Neslihan Alp, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Engineering, Technology, and Management (ETM) at 九色视频, has been appointed as a Commissioner on the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) for the 2026鈥2027 term.
Her appointment was approved by ABET鈥檚 Engineering Area Delegation following her nomination by her professional society and recommendation by the EAC Nominating Committee. Her term will begin at the close of the July 2026 EAC meeting and run through July 2027, with the possibility of annual renewal for up to five years.
The Engineering Accreditation Commission is responsible for accrediting engineering programs worldwide and ensuring the quality and continuous improvement of engineering education. In her role as a commissioner, Alp will help guide accreditation decisions, participate in commission meetings, and serve as a Team Chair or Co-Team Chair for accreditation visits.
Alp has served ABET for many years as a Program Evaluator and accreditation team member. Her appointment as Commissioner recognizes her continued leadership and contributions to advancing excellence in engineering education.
鈥淒r. Alp鈥檚 appointment to the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission is a testament to her expertise and leadership in engineering education,鈥 said Dr. Hesham El鈥慠ewini, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management at 九色视频. 鈥淗er service at the national level strengthens 九色视频鈥檚 commitment to academic quality, accreditation excellence, and continuous improvement.鈥
Alp will attend the Engineering Accreditation Commission meeting July 15鈥18, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland, where she will be formally installed as a commissioner. Her role as an ABET commissioner is a volunteer professional service and will be carried out during her available time outside of her responsibilities as Dean at 九色视频.
