March 17, 2026
Kim Poulakis, DNP, MSN, BSN, ADN, CNE Department Chair School of Nursing Sumner College 8338 NE Alderwood Road Portland, OR 97220
Dear Dr. Poulakis:
The Substantive Change Review Committee (SCRC) of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) acted to accept the substantive change notification submitted to CCNE on August 30, 2024 by the nursing unit at Sumner College. The substantive change notification is in regards to the addition of a second campus in Bend, Oregon to teach the traditional track in the baccalaureate program. As a reminder, all programs are expected to comply with the standards and procedures that are in effect throughout the period of accreditation. This includes advising CCNE in the event of a substantive change affecting the nursing program. Substantive change notifications must be received by CCNE no earlier than 90 days prior to implementation or occurrence of the change, but no later than 90 days after implementation or occurrence of the change. These reporting requirements are described further in the Procedures for Accreditation of Baccalaureate and Graduate Nursing Programs (2025). Thank you for providing CCNE with the substantive change notification. Please do not hesitate to contact Madeline Wales, CCNE Accreditation Coordinator, at 202-887-6791 x248 or MWales@ccneaccreditation.org, if you have questions or need assistance.
Sincerely,
Lori A. Escallier, PhD, RN, CPNP-PC, FAAN Chair, Board of Commissioners
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