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I am pleased to inform you that the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) has removed the Trident University Show Cause order. They have placed the University on probation. This action enables us to: a) affirm that the changes we have instituted now become permanently ingrained in the way we manage our operations, and b) complete the implementation of remediation plans for students impacted by the general education credits issue. The Commission commends TUI for responding swiftly and resolutely to the Show Cause sanction and for assuming full responsibility for recognizing the shortcomings of past conduct.

We thank WASC for their counsel and look forward to the WASC special visit in Fall 2012 which will ensure that the new administrative policies, procedures, and processes implemented by TUI are enduring and that student information systems enhancements are progressing. It is our goal to demonstrate this to WASC at the Fall 2012 special visit. TUI is privileged to continue our seven-year relationship with WASC, and we are honored to be accredited by an organization renowned for its rigorous standards and review processes.

Trident University currently remains the only 100% on-line University accredited by WASC.

As the Commission rightfully pointed out, some of our processes were not in compliance and needed to be changed. Our faculty and our commitment to educational excellence never faltered during these past months, and we believe that Trident emerges from Show Cause stronger and better equipped to serve our diverse student body with academic excellence and integrity. As always, our priority is serving students and alumni. On behalf of the University, I want to extend our thanks to our students, our alumni, and our faculty for their support and fortitude.

To learn more about Trident’s future, join me for a live webcast of the State of the University Address scheduled this Thursday, March 8 at 5PM EST/ 2PM PST. If you have already registered for the event and have questions you would like addressed, please email [email protected]. If you have not had a chance to register, please click the button below:


State of the University Address


During this period, we have routinely communicated with the Trident family and our education partners. We will continue this practice going forward and I encourage you to email me directly at [email protected]. I will take your comments in earnest and reply as quickly as possible.

Sincerely yours,

Dr. Lucille Sansing
President and CEO, Trident University International
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