NCA Visit

There was a huge gust of wind that originated from the Richards-Gebaur Air Force Base where Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary’s campus is located. We had our 2 year focus visit from the Higher Learning Commission, a Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools – or NCA for short.

The team was here Monday through Wednesday, April 21-23. At the end of their visit they reported to the institution’s cabinet that they will recommend that NCA does not need to come back for a visit for seven years! It could have been 5, 7, or 10.

Given that the property issue is still unresolved but in the hands of the city of Kansas City, MO and not ours, was somewhat to our advantage. They realize that this issue is unsettled because of circumstances beyond our control. When that is resolved, our financial condition should also improve.

They also noted that strides that have been taken to improve the institution from retention, to library holdings, to mission content and it’s application to curriculum, and more.

That gust of wind mentioned at the top? It was the huge sigh of relief from the top down. Preparations for these visits are exhausting, even though they are enlightening and beneficial. We are much relieved!