ANNAPOLIS, Maryland — The University of Mount Union is proud to be one of three institutions across the United States to earn the inaugural Quality in Course Sharing (QICS) recognition from Quality Matters for its efforts in digital learning innovation.

According to a release from Quality Matters, which calls itself “the global organization leading quality assurance in online and innovative digital teaching and learning environments,” the QICS recognition resulted from the institution’s commitment to offering high-quality shared online courses that meet rigorous academic and student support standards. The Community College of Baltimore County and Western Texas College also earned this honor alongside Mount Union.

“For smaller independent colleges, course sharing unlocks significant capacity, expands course access and provides students with greater flexibility by leveraging the strengths of peer institutions,” said Dr. Bryan Boatright, associate vice president for academic affairs and dean of graduate, digital and continued learning at Mount Union. “We are honored to receive this recognition as we continue to advance online course sharing, while maintaining the same quality of academic instruction and experience that students receive on campus.” 

Mount Union has a history of achievements in digital learning from Quality Matters, with seven courses earning national certification for academic quality from the organization. Learn more about Quality Matters at qualitymatters.org.