February 3, 2009 – Northwestern College in St. Paul, Minn. is seeking comments from the public about the College in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency. The College will undergo a required ten-year comprehensive evaluation visit April 6–9, 2009, by a team representing The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Northwestern College has been accredited by the Commission since 1978. The team will review the institution's ongoing ability to meet the Commission's Criteria for Accreditation.

The public is invited to submit comments regarding the College to:
Public Comment on Northwestern College (MN)
The Higher Learning Commission
30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60602

Comments must address substantive matters related to the quality of the institution or its academic programs. Comments must be in writing and signed; comments cannot be treated as confidential.

Note: Individuals with a specific dispute or grievance with an institution should request the separate Policy on Complaints document from the Commission office. The Higher Learning Commission cannot settle disputes between institutions and individuals, whether those individuals are faculty, students or others. Complaints will not be considered third party comment.