Mission

The James Madison University SACSCOC Advisory Council assists and supports the president and his senior leadership team by helping to ensure that the university:

• stays current with SACSCOC issues and requirements.
• recommends appropriate policies.
• communicates clearly regarding SACSCOC-related issues and requirements.
• receives feedback on SACSCOC-related issues from faculty, administrators, and staff.

Vision

In part because of the work of the SACSCOC Advisory Council, JMU will stay current on SACSCOC-related issues. As a result, official reporting periods such as interim reports and reaffirmations, will be well-understood and streamlined.

Values

The SACSCOC Advisory Council values:

• Communication (Including Listening) - because it is the currency of an effective learning community.
• Engagement/Teamwork - because they help build and maintain strong relationships for enhancing communication and understanding.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness - because building and maintaining interpersonal relationships will be a critical element for the success of the team and its communication.
• Knowledge - because it is the foundation for understanding SACSCOC-related issues and their impacts.
• Optimism - because it engenders trust in the accreditation process.

Member Expectations

• Attend meetings.
• Stay informed.
• Engage in SACSCOC-related discussions with colleagues and constituents.
• Act in the best interests of the university's mission.
• Support the mission, vision, and values of the SACSCOC Advisory Council.
• Think and act both as a representative of a particular area and as a university leader overall.