02/26/2026
Good news about Bradley Accounting:
"Dear Colleagues,
I want to share some GREAT news with you!
We received official notification today from the AACSB International Board of Directors that both the business degree and accounting degree programs offered by Bradley University's Foster College of Business have been re-accredited!
I take this opportunity to thank our Foster College Accreditation team (Paul Stephens, Bill Bailey, Bayaraa Carlson, Joshua Lewer, Mark Brown), the Foster College faculty and staff, our Business and Engineering Advisory Council (BEAC) and our Department of Accounting Advisory Council (DAAC) for the critical roles they played, which resulted in this successful outcome. Thanks to the Bradley University Administration for supporting us in this effort!
Of course, this success would not be possible without the exceptional group of faculty and students in Foster College. I am grateful for all your work and your support over the past three years, especially on accreditation-related matters.
I want to recognize Bill Bailey for leading the accounting accreditation and thanks to all the accounting faculty for pulling together; we got a glowing review from our Accounting Accreditation Chair. Paul Stephens played a major role in the college accreditation process along with Bayaraa Carlson (our superstar in data analytics). Joshua Lewer has been a great positive force for both colleges and especially in this accreditation effort. Mark was always available and led the writing of key sections of the report; Mark also supported everyone else on the team.
I learned a lot in the process and am grateful to all my colleagues in Foster College for their contributions.
I am particularly pleased that this great news came during Foster & Engineering Week!
Let's celebrate this special moment!
Kris Maillacheruvu
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