The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges will conduct its 12th Annual Institute on Quality Enhancement and Accreditation at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, July 17–20, 2016, to highlight successful assessment practices and to focus on initiatives designed to improve student learning. The Institute will feature plenary sessions by distinguished speakers, case studies from a diverse group of institutions, small-group discussions, and numerous networking opportunities. It is designed especially for faculty groups, Leadership Team members, Accreditation Liaisons, chief academic and executive officers, and others who are interested in establishing or maintaining a culture of continuous improvement at their institutions.