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

• Maria 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
• Travis 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
• Javier Miyares – Member, Board of Trustees
• Lt. Gen. Lori Reynolds – 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