CENTRAL — The National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) has granted renewal of accreditation for the Music Department of Southern Wesleyan University.

[cointent_lockedcontent]This approval brings to a close the comprehensive evaluation process that began in 2013, with the next review scheduled for the 2023-’24 academic year.

Jane Dill, chair of the Fine Arts Division, expressed appreciation, especially to Dr. Darryl Jachens, professor of music and coordinator of studies in music, for his work in preparing the self-study and responses for this evaluation process.

“The entire music faculty is to be commended for their efforts in achieving this goal,” Dill said, adding, “This is a proud moment for our music students and faculty. We also want to thank Dr. Todd Voss and the Southern Wesleyan administration for their faithful support of the music program. This was definitely a Team SWU effort.”

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