WSU Audit Update Blog

The Higher Education Compliance Alliance compliance matrix lists 270 federal statutes relevant to higher education. Does ethical decision making ensure good compliance with this myriad of laws, rules and regulations?

The grandma test provides a quick and dirty answer to ethics questions, but it's essential to first look for institutional guidance. This 8-point guide begins and ends with that important step.

SocialChorus cofounder Nicole Alvino provides keen insight about today's demands for ethical leadership and the importance of each little decision toward an organization's integrity. WSU has done well, but we mustn't let our guard down.

Compliance expert Kristy Grant-Hart explains how to "spring clean." To spruce up your program or enhance your services, begin by asking four questions.

In its 2018 Report to the Nations, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners reports that in 85% of cases, fraudsters displayed at least one behavioral red flag. In 50% of cases, fraudsters displayed multiple red flags. What are the top 10 red flags of fraud?

A community college says a longtime employee embezzled at least $5.4 million over the course of a decade. How can this happen?

Multiple articles about the college admissions scandal cited it as a "textbook example" of the fraud triangle. Here's one that uses the triangle to look inside the minds of those involved.

The college admissions scandal prompted multiple articles where it was used to illustrate the concepts of the fraud triangle. When we understand the fraud triangle, we're better equipped to carry out our oversight responsibilities because we're more mindful of opportunities for fraud.

Austin Kleon quotes John Cleese to explain how everyone can be more creative if they learn the way of operating, including those in supposed "non-creative" professions.

Where are you most likely to find creative thinkers at WSU? You probably won't have to look very far.