Jeffrey Stroup, PharmD, professor of internal medicine, provost and senior vice president of Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, was recently appointed to the U.S. Department of Education’s National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI).

NACIQI advises the U.S. Secretary of Education on institutional quality and eligibility for federal student aid programs. Its recommendations help shape the federal oversight of accrediting agencies and play an important role in maintaining educational quality and accountability across higher education.

“Dr. Stroup’s appointment ensures that the osteopathic medical education community will have an experienced and respected voice contributing to the important national conversations about accreditation and educational quality,” said Robert A. Cain, DO, American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine president.

Dr. Stroup brings over 20 years of leadership in higher education, accreditation and health professions education to NACIQI. He previously served as the chair of the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation.

Throughout his career, Stroup has led institutional accreditation efforts, guided strategic growth and academic program development and overseen budgeting and student financial resources.

His experience provides a valuable perspective on the relationship between accreditation, institutional quality and student access to higher education.

“Accreditation is fundamental to ensuring students receive a high-quality education and are prepared to meet the evolving healthcare needs of their communities,” Stroup said. “I’m honored to serve on NACIQI and contribute to thoughtful, evidence-based discussions that strengthen higher education and support the next generation of healthcare professionals.”

NACIQI is composed of 18 members appointed equally by the U.S. Secretary of Education, the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. Stroup’s term began in June 2026 and runs through Sept. 30, 2028.