The ATHEA Advisory Board brings together a distinguished group of leaders, scholars, and practitioners committed to advancing excellence in higher education accreditation worldwide.
Serving as a strategic partner to ATHEA, the Board provides expert insight, guidance, and oversight to ensure that our standards, policies, and initiatives remain rigorous, forward-looking, and aligned with global best practices.
Through their diverse expertise and shared dedication to quality assurance, members of the Advisory Board play a vital role in strengthening ATHEA’s mission to promote integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement across higher education institutions.
The ATHEA Advisory Board supports the association’s mission by providing strategic, academic, and operational guidance. Its key tasks include:
Advising on Accreditation Standards and Policies The Board reviews and provides recommendations on ATHEA’s accreditation framework, ensuring it remains robust, internationally aligned, and responsive to developments in higher education.
Providing Strategic Direction Members contribute to long-term planning by identifying emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges that may influence ATHEA’s strategic priorities and services.
Ensuring Quality and Integrity The Board evaluates ATHEA’s processes and practices, offering insights to strengthen transparency, consistency, and quality assurance across all accreditation activities.
Supporting Institutional Engagement Advisory Board members act as ambassadors for ATHEA, fostering relationships with higher education institutions, academic experts, and relevant stakeholders.
Contributing Expertise to Committees and Initiatives Members may participate in working groups, task forces, or special projects to share their expertise and support the development of new tools, guidelines, and resources.
Reviewing Annual Progress and Impact The Board regularly assesses ATHEA’s achievements and challenges, helping to refine goals and ensure continuous improvement.
