Leadership

American Public University is led by a team of experienced higher education and industry professionals who are committed to advancing our mission and serving our students. Our leadership provides strategic direction and oversight to ensure academic quality, student support, and responsible stewardship of university resources. The individuals listed below guide the University’s priorities and operations in support of accessible, career-relevant online education for military, public service, and civilian learners.

Executive Leadership

Nuno Fernandez – President

Office of the President

Lindsey Larson – Vice President, Chief of Staff
Frank Tutalo – Associate Vice President, Public Relations
Mauricia Blackwell – Vice President, Human Resources
Dr. Jennifer Stephens Helm – Vice President, Accreditation

Finance Leadership

Mauri Guerrero – Vice President, Finance
Keith Wellings – Vice President, Financial Aid & Compliance

Strategic Partnerships

Eric Morris – Vice President, Strategic Partnerships

American Public University

Benjamin Castro – General Manager, Consultant, APU & Global Expansion

Academic Leadership

Dr. Elizabeth Johnson – Provost
Dr. Michelle Newman – Vice Provost, Academic Operations
Dr. Mitchell Colver – Associate Provost, Engagement & Retention
Dr. Jeremi Bauer – Associate Provost, Assessment & Dean, Dr. Wallace E. Boston School of Business
Dr. Brian Freeland – Dean, School of Health Sciences and Dean, School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math
Dr. Juliette Rouge – Dean, School of Security and Global Studies
Dr. Nicholas Wernicki – Dean, School of Arts, Humanities & Education

Operations Leadership

Erika Orris – Senior Vice President, Operations
Gregory Hill – Vice President, Enrollment Management
Carolyn Todaro – Vice President of Student Success
Traci Durepo – Vice President, Student Support & Enrollment Operations
Caroline Simpson – Vice President, Student and Alumni Services
Jill Beck – Associate Vice President, Financial Aid Advising

Board of Trustees

Matthew Yale – Chair, Board of Trustees
Dr. Mary A. Papazian – Vice Chair, Board of Trustees
Lt. Gen. David Halverson – Member, Board of Trustees
Dr. Mary A. Papazian – Vice Chair, Board of Trustees
Javier Miyares – Member, Board of Trustees
Angela Selden – Member, Board of Trustees, President and CEO, American Public Education, Inc.
Paula Singer – Member, Board of Trustees
Richard J. Statuto – Member, Board of Trustees
Dr. Claire M. Zangerle – Member, Board of Trustees