Administration
Administration General Officers President, Astrid S. Tuminez (2018) B.A., International Relations and Russian Literature, Brigham Young University; M.S., Soviet Studies, Harvard University; Ph.D., Political Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Provost & Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs, F. Wayne Vaught (2019) B.A., Philosophy, Psychology, and Religion, Georgetown College; M.A., Philosophy, Baylor University; Ph.D., Philosophy and Bioethics, The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Vice President, Finance & Administration, Val L. Peterson (1988) B.S., Political Science, Boise State University; M.P.A., Idaho State University; Ph.D., Public Policy and Administration ABD, Boise State University; Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)
Vice President, Institutional Advancement, Mark H. Arstein (2021) B.B.A, Marketing, Texas Tech University; Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)
Vice President, Planning, Budget, & Human Resources, Linda J. Makin (1980) B.S., Accounting, Utah Valley University; M.P.A., Brigham Young University
Vice President, Student Affairs, Kyle A. Reyes (2003) B.S., Graphic Design, M.Ed., Educational Leadership, Brigham Young University; Ph.D., Educational Leadership and Policy, University of Utah
Vice President, University Marketing & Communications, Kara L. Schneck (2020) B.A., Communication, Brigham Young University President's Office President, Astrid S. Tuminez (2018) B.A., International Relations and Russian Literature, Brigham Young University; M.S., Soviet Studies, Harvard University; Ph.D., Political Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Chief of Staff, Kara L. Schneck (2020) B.A., Communication, Brigham Young University
General Counsel, Clark Collings (2017) J.D., S.J. Quincey College of Law; B.S., Business Management, Brigham Young University
Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, Belinda ‘Otukolo Saltiban (2018) B.A./B.S. Sociology and Human Development, M.A., Social Work, Ph.D., Education, University of Utah Academic Affairs Provost & Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs, F. Wayne Vaught (2019) B.A., Philosophy, Psychology, and Religion, Georgetown College; M.A., Philosophy, Baylor University; Ph.D., Philosophy and Bioethics, The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Associate Provost, Academic Programs, David Connelly B.A., History, M.P.A., Marriott School of Management, Brigham Young University; Ph.D., Public Administration, SUNY Albany
Deputy Provost, Academic Administration, Kathren Brown (2002) B.A., History, Alma College; M.A., Ph.D., Russian History, Bowling Green State University
Associate Provost, Community Outreach & Economic Development, Belkis Torres-Capeles (2021) A.A., Cuyahoga Community College; B.A., Communications, M.A., Liberal Studies, Counseling & Conflict Management, Ph.D., Cultural Foundations of Education, Leadership & Administration, Kent State University
Interim Associate Provost, Engaged Learning, Janet Colvin (2007) Associate Professor, Department Chair and Faculty, Communication; B.A., Public Relations, Brigham Young University; M.A., Instructional Technology, Ph.D., Speech Communication, University of Utah.
Dean, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, Steven Clark (2000) B.S., Psychology, Brigham Young University; M.A., Ph.D., Psychology, University of New Hampshire
Associate Dean, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, Janet Colvin (2007) Associate Professor. Department Chair and Faculty, Communication; B.A., Public Relations, Brigham Young University; M.A., Instructional Technology, Ph.D., Speech Communication, University of Utah.
Assistant Dean, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, Toni Harris (2008) B.S., Business Management, M.B.A., Business Administration, Almeda University
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Dean, College of Science, Daniel Horns (1997) B.S., Applied Geophysics, UCLA; Ph.D., Geology (Tectonics, Structural Geology), U.C. Davis
Associate Dean, College of Science, Fern Caka (2001) B.A., Chemistry, M.S., Ph.D., Analytical Chemistry, Brigham Young University.
Associate Dean, College of Science, Jason Slack (2000) B.A., Physical Education, Southern Utah University; M.S., Exercise Physiology, Brigham Young University; Ph.D., Exercise and Sport Science, University of Utah
Assistant Dean, College of Science, TBA
Dean, College of Engineering & Technology, Saeed Moaveni (2017) B.S.M.E., Mechanical Engineering; M.S., Engineering Systems, The University of Louisiana; Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University
Associate Dean, College of Engineering & Technology, Kazem Sohraby (2018) B.S., Electrical Engineering, Amir Kabir University; M.B.A., Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania; Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, New York University (Polytechnic)
Associate Dean, College of Engineering & Technology, Keith Mulbery (2011) B.S., M.Ed., Education, Southwestern Oklahoma State University; Ph.D., Business Information Systems, Utah State University
Dean, College of Health & Public Service, Cheryl Hanewicz (2011) B.S., Individualized, M.A., Liberal Studies, Ed.D., Education in Educational Leadership, Eastern Michigan University
Associate Dean, College of Health & Public Service, Thomas Sturtevant (2012) A.S., General Studies/Fire Science, Georgia Military College; B.S., Applied Organizational Management, Tusculum College; M.P.A., Public Policy, Ed.D., Education, University of Tennessee
Assistant Dean, College of Health & Public Service, Barbara Burr (2015) B.S., Sociology, Brigham Young University; M.H.A., Health Administration; University of La Verne
Assistant Dean, College of Health & Public Service, Dustin Berlin (2006) B.S., Aviation Professional Pilot, Utah Valley University; M.B.A., Liberty University
Dean, School of Education, Vessela Ilieva (2010) B.S., Mathematics Education, Utah State University; M.S., Electronics Engineering, Technical University; M.Ed., English as a Second Language, Ph.D., Curriculum and Instruction, Utah State University
Associate Dean, School of Education, Stan Harward (2006) B.S., Elementary Education; M.S., Curriculum Development and Instruction, Ed.D., Reading, Brigham Young University
Assistant Dean, School of Education, Benton Brown (2020) BA, Political Science, George Washington University; M.S., Community and Economic Development, University of Central Arkansas; Ph.D., Public Policy K-12 Education, University of Arkansas
Dean and Creative Director, School of the Arts, Stephen Pullen (2017) B.A., Acting, Playwriting, Classical Texts, Directing, Brigham Young University; M.F.A., Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production, University of Southern California; Diploma Drama Studies, London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts
Associate Dean, School of the Arts, Jim Godfrey (2002) B.F.A, Advertising Design; M.F.A., Graphic Design, Utah State University
Assistant Dean, Administration, School of the Arts, E. Linda Moore (2002) A.S., B.S., Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University; M.P.A., Brigham Young University
Dean, University College, Forrest Williams (1994) A.A., Secondary Education, Ricks College; B.A., English; M.Ed., Educational Leadership; Ed.D., Educational Leadership and Foundations, Brigham Young University
Associate Dean, University College, Deborah Marrott (1992) B.A., Basic Composition/English as a Second Language, M.A., English, Brigham Young University; Ph.D., Education, Culture, and Society, University of Utah
Assistant Dean, University College, Christopher Sutherland (2019) B.S., Construction Management, Brigham Young University – Idaho; M.A., Education – Counseling and Guidance, California Polytechnic State University
Dean, Woodbury School of Business, Norman S. Wright (2010) B.S., Economics, M.P.A., Public Administration, Brigham Young University; M.A., Ph.D., Management, University of Pennsylvania
Associate Dean, Woodbury School of Business, Jacob Sybrowsky (2010)
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B.A., Linguistics, M.S., Marriage, Family, and Human Development, Brigham Young University; Ph.D., Personal Financial Planning, Texas Tech University
Associate Dean, Woodbury School of Business, Don Capener (2019) B.S., Political Science, Economics and Asian Studies, Brigham Young University; MBA, Thunderbird School of Global Management; Ph.D., International Management, International School of Management
Assistant Dean, Woodbury School of Business, Mikki O’Connor (1996) B.A., Management, M.S., Organizational Management, University of Phoenix
Assistant Dean, Woodbury School of Business, Tom Macdonald (2015) B.S., Accounting, Brigham Young University
Chief International Officer, Office of Global Engagement, Baldomero Lago (2006) B.A., Spanish, Utah State University; M.A., Spanish Pedagogy, Brigham Young University; Ph.D., Instructional Technology, Universidad de Madrid
Research Officer, Daniel Fairbanks (2019) B.S., Portuguese and Agronomy, Brigham Young Unviversity - Provo, M.S., Plant Breeding, University of Minnesota; Ph.D., Agronomy and Plant Genetics, University of Arizona
Senior Director, Sponsored Programs, Curtis Pendleton (1990) M.S., Special Education, Utah State University; B.S., Family and Human Development and Psychology, Weber State University
Director, Fulton Library, Lesli Baker (1998) M.Ed., Educational Technology, University of Missouri-Columbia; MLIS, Library and Information Science, Brigham Young University
Director, Career & Technical Education, Kim Chiu (2004) A.A.S., Fashion Merchandizing, B.S., Information Technology, Utah Valley University
Director, Academic Quality Assurance, Quinn Koller (2013) B.S., Geography and Liberal Studies, Excelsior College; M.S., Higher Education, Kaplan University
Director, Concurrent Enrollment, Spencer Childs (2014) A.S., Business Management, Utah Valley University; B.A., American Studies, Brigham Young University
Director, Program Completion, Tiffany Evans (2012) B.S., M.Ed., Psychology, Utah State University
Director, First-Year Center, Elaine Lewis (2019) B.A., History and Political Science, University of Pittsburgh; M.Ed., Higher Education Administration, University of South Carolina
Director, Graduate Studies, James Bailey (2009) B.S., Finance, Brigham Young University; B.S., Accounting, M.B.A., University of Utah; Ph.D., Business (Accountancy), University of Nebraska- Lincoln
Senior Director, Office of Teaching & Learning, Wendy Athens (2017) B.S., Chemistry, Mansfield University; M.S., Industrial Administration, Purdue University; Ed.D., Curriculum and Instruction/Educational Technology, University of Florida
Director, Teaching & Learning Design, Seth Gurell (2010) B.S., English, M.S., Instructional Technology, Utah State University; Ph.D., Instructional Psychology and Technology, Brigham Young University
Director, Internship Services, McKay Isham (2015) B.S., Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University; M.P.A, Public Administration, Southern Utah University
Director, Capitol Reef Station, Michael T. Stevens (2010) B.S., Conservation Biology, Brigham Young University; M.S., Ph.D., Botany, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Director, Center for Constitutional Studies, TBA
Executive Program Director, Center for Constitutional Studies, Scott Paul (2009) B.S., Psychology with a Minor in Music,; JD, J. Reuben Clark Law School, Brigham Young University
Associate Director, Center for Constitutional Studies, Andrew Bibby (2015) B.A., English & Political Science, Concordia University; Ph.D., Political Science, Michigan State University
Director, Center for the Study of Ethics, Brian Birch (1999) B.S., M.S., Philosophy, University of Utah; Ph.D., Philosophy of Religion, Claremont Graduate School
Director, Honors Program, Kate McPherson (2000) B.A., M.A., English, University of New Mexico; Ph.D., English, Emory University
Director, Academic Service Learning, Jon Westover (2009) B.S., Sociology (emphasis in Research and Analysis, Business Minor, Korean Minor), M.P.A., Human Resources and Organizational Behavior, Brigham Young University; M.S., Sociology, Ph.D. (ABD), Sociology, University of Utah
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Director, Career & Academic Counseling, Adam Black (2002) B.S., Sociology and Criminal Justice, Southern Utah University; M.C./M.H.C., Mental Health Counseling, University of Phoenix
Director, Academic Standards, Kristen Nuesmeyer (2021) B.A., English, University of Puget Sound; M.Ed, Student Development Administration, Seattle University Digital Transformation.CIO Vice President/CIO, Kelly Flanagan (1988) B.S., M.S., Electrical Engineering; Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Brigham Young University
Associate Vice President, Academic & Student Digital Services, Christina Baum (2020) B.A., History, Brigham Young University; M.B.A., Washington State University Associate Vice President/CTO, Office of Information Technology, M. Troy Martin (2020) B.S., Electronics Engineering Technology, Brigham Young University; M.S., Instructional Psychology and Technology, University of Phoenix; Ph.D., Instructional Psychology and Technology, Brigham Young University
Senior Director, Product Portfolio Management, Brett McKeachnie (1993) A.S., Computer Science, B.S., Information Technology, Utah Valley University; M.B.A., Information Technology Management, Western Governors University; Fellow, Utah Valley Senior Executive Leadership Forum (UVSELF), Certified ScrumMaster, ScrumAlliance, Certified Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation v.3 & v.4, AXELOS, Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
Controller, Digital Transformation, Ben Metzger (2016) A.S., B.S.. Accounting, Utah Valley University; B.A., History, Brigham Young University
IT Officer 2-Security/IT Services, LeRoy Brown (1993) A.A.S., Air Conditioning Refrigeration, A.S., Pre-Radiology, B.S., Technology Management, Utah Valley University
Senior Director, Infrastructure Services, Eddie Sorensen (1989) A.A.S., Computer Science, Utah Valley University; 2008-09 Utah Valley Senior Executive Leadership Fellow, Certified ITIL Change Mgmt., Certified ITIL ITSM Foundation, Certified Project Management ScrumMaster, Certified Netware Engineer, Sniffer University Certification
Director, Network & Telecom Services, Kurt Olsen (2001) A.S., Telecommunications, B.S., Technology Management, Utah Valley University
Director, Systems Administration, Reed Warner (2016) A.S., Web Publishing, B.S., Information Systems Security, American Military University (AMU); MBA, IT Management, Western Governors University
Director, Infrastructure Operations, Jim Condie (2010) A. A.S., Technology, BS., Technology Management, Utah Valley University; Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, Certified ITIL Change Mgmt., Certified ITIL ITSM Foundation, Axelos, Professional Certified ITIL Hardware Asset Management, IAITAM, Certified Project Management ScrumMaster – Scrum Alliance
Senior Director, IT Support & Programming Services, David Tobler (1990) B.A., Business Administration, Canadore College
Director, Administrative Programming Services, Jeff Anderson (2017) B.S., Computer Science, Brigham Young University
Director, Automation & Integration Services, Michael Duffin (1996) A.A.S., Electronics Technology, Utah Valley University
Director, Digital Service Management, Bobby Lott (2008) B.S., Technology Management, Utah Valley University
Director, Desktop Support, John Berry (2010) B.A., Political Science, Brigham Young University; M.B.A., Utah Valley University
Director, Service Desk, Jessica Houston (2008) B.S., Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University
Senior Director, Special Projects for IT, Joe Belnap (2004) B.A., Spanish, University of Utah; M.A., Organizational Leadership, Gonzaga University; Utah Secondary Education Teaching Certification, Oracle Database Certified Master, Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Director, Academic IT & Analytics, Laura Busby (2003) A.S., Business Management, B.S., Information Technology, Utah Valley University
Director, Student Computing, Kim Lesesberg (1999) A.S., A.A.S., Computer Science and Information Systems, B.S., Information Technology, MBA, Technology Management (expected Aug 2021), Utah Valley University
Director, Audio/Visual Services, Travis Tasker (1998)
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A.A.S., Electronics and Computers, Utah Valley Community College; A.S., Spanish, Utah Valley State College; B.S., Technology Management, Utah Valley University; M.P.A., Public Administration, Brigham Young University; Six Sigma Green Belt Certified, ITIL Certified Foundations, CTS Certified Technology
Director, Web Development Services, Nathan Gerber (1994) A.A.S., A.S., B.S., Computer Science, Utah Valley University
Director, Learning Systems, Jason Hill (2014) B.S., Digital Media, M.B.A., Business Administration, Utah Valley University
Director, Business Intelligence, Ken Dahl (2015) B.A., Communications – Public Relations, M.B.A., Brigham Young University Finance & Administration Vice President, Val L. Peterson (1988) B.A., M.S., Strategic Studies, U.S. War College; M.A., Mass Communication, Ph.D., Educational Leadership, Brigham Young University
Associate Vice President, Facilities/Planning, Frank Young (2001) B.S., Construction Management, Brigham Young University
Senior Director, Engineering/Space, Kurt Baxter (2015) A.S., Business Administration, Snow College; B.A., Political Science, Brigham Young University
Director, Public Safety Chief of Police, Matthew Pedersen (2017) Police Officer Standards and Training: B.S., Sociology, M.P.A., Masters of Public Administration, Sociology, Brigham Young University
Director, Campus Services, Cory Fralick (2017) B.S., Technology Management with Facilities Management Emphasis, Utah Valley University; M.P.A., Public Management, University of Nebraska
Director, Facilities/Grounds, John Hansen (2019) B.S., Accounting, M.B.A., Business of Administration, Utah Valley University
Associate Vice President, Finance/GRAMA, Jacob Atkin (2004) A.S., Pre-Engineering, B.S., Accounting, Utah Valley University; M.T., Weber State University; CPA
Controller, Business Services, Kedric Black (2003) B.S., Accounting, M.B.A., Business Administration, Utah State University
Senior Director, Accounting, Joe Martin (2010) B.S., Accounting, Southern Utah University; M.B.A., Accounting, Utah State University; CPA
Bursar, Business Services, David Phillips (2012) B.A., Accounting, Weber State University; M.B.A., Business Administration, Utah State University
Director, Dining Services, Ibrahim Tashman (2020) B.S.,Business Management, Utah Valley University
Director, Bookstore, Louise Bridge (1996) A.S., Dixie College; B.S., Business Management, Brigham Young University; M.B.A., Human Resources and Organizational Behavior
Senior Director, Procurement/Contract Services, Ryan Lindstrom (1992) B.S., Accounting, Brigham Young University; M.B.A., University of Utah; Certified Purchasing Manager
Director, Printing Services, David Scott (2003) B.S., Sociology, Brigham Young University; M.P.A., Public Administration, University of Hawaii
Associate Vice President/Athletic Director, Jared Sumsion (2005) A.S., Utah Valley University; B.S., Integrated Studies, Leadership & Community Health, Utah Valley University; M.B.A., Westminster College/ University of Phoenix; Ed.D., Organizational Leadership, Nova Southeastern University
Associate Athletic Director, Communications & Marketing, Athletics, Clint Burgi (1996) A.S., General Education, Utah Valley University; B.S., Communication, University of Utah; M.S., Recreation and Sport Administration, Western Kentucky University
Senior Associate Athletic Director, Compliance, Athletics, Adam Sanft (2016) B.A., Political Science, Brigham Young University
Associate Athletic Director, Business and Finance, Athletics, Nikki Scott (2006) B.S., Business/Accounting, University of Phoenix; M.B.A., emphasis in Accounting, Freed Hardman University
Director, UCCU Center, Jared Kearns (2018) B.S., Business Management, Utah Valley University; IAVM Venue Management School, OGLEBAY
Director, Internal Audit, Peter VanderHeide (2016)
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B.S., Accounting, Brigham Young University; M.B.A., University of Nevada, Reno; Certified Public Accountant; Certified Management Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner
Director, Emergency Management & Safety, Robin Ebmeyer (2012) A.S., Nursing, Brigham Young University - Idaho; B.S., Nursing, Weber State University; M.P.A., Public Administration and Emergency Management, Jacksonville State University Institutional Advancement Vice President, Institutional Advancement; CEO UVU Foundation, Mark Arstein (2021) Masters in Public Education Idaho State University; Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)
Associate Vice President, Major Gifts & Development Programs, TBA
Associate Vice President, Central Advancement and UVU Foundation COO, Jefferson Moss (2016) B.A., Political Science; M.B.A., Entrepreneurship & Finance, Brigham Young University
Director, Gift Planning, Cristina Pianezzola (2000) A.S., General Ed., Utah Valley University; B.A. Philosophy, Texas Tech., J.D., Law, Brigham Young University
Executive Director of Institutional Advancement, UVU Foundation Director and Board Secretary, Julie Anderson (2016) B.S., Theatre, Utah Valley University, M.S, Entertainment and Business Entrepreneurship, Full Sail University
Senior Director, Alumni Relations, Alexx Tobeck (2021) B.A., Psychology, California State University Los Angeles
Senior Director, Donor Relations and Annual Giving, Justin Jones (2016) B.S. Business Administration, Utah Valley University, Masters, Intermodal Transportation Management Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, University of Denver
Director, Annual Giving, Vicky Hopper (2013) Masters in Public Administration, Brigham Young University; B.A. Communications, Brigham Young University
Senior Director, Executive Events, Ashton Stitt (2016) B.S., Event Management, Brigham Young University
Director, Executive Events, Deirdre Miller (2020) B.A., Communications with a Minor in Business Management, Brigham Young University
Senior Director, Advancement Services & IT, Bart Jacobs (1989) A.S., Accounting, B.S., Business Management/Accounting, Utah Valley University; M.B.A., Accounting, Utah State University
Director, Prospect Research, Katie Scott (2017)
Senior Database Administrator, Nilsen Septon (2013) B.S., Brigham Young University
Senior Director, Communications, Christie Denniston (2020) Masters in Public Administration with an emphasis Executive Leadership, Drake University
Managing Accountant of Institutional Advancement, UVU Foundation Controller, Aaron Price (2018) B.B.A. Finance, University of Oklahoma; M.S. Accountancy, University of Illinois at UC; J.D. Law, University of Illinois at UC Planning, Budget, and Human Resources Vice President, Planning, Budget, and Human Resources, Linda J. Makin (1980) B.S., Accounting, Utah Valley University; M.P.A., Brigham Young University
Associate Vice President, Human Resources, Marilyn S. Meyer (2019) B.S., Management Information System, UNLV; M.S., HR Management, Golden Gate University
Director, HR HRIS Records, Colby Callahan(2004) B.S., Human Resource Management, Utah State University; PHR
Director, HR Benefits, Talent & Compensation, Judy Martindale (1996) Associate of Science, Utah Valley University; CCP, CBP, MHFA
Director, Budgets, Scott Wood (2001) B.S., Accounting, Utah Valley University; MBA, Accounting, Utah State University
Director, Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Title IX Coordinator, Laura Carlson (2004) B.S., Business Management, Utah Valley University; ATIXA; NACUA, SPHR
Director, Institutional Effectiveness, Planning & Accreditation Support, Jeff Johnson (2009)
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B.A., Political Science, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; M.A.,Ph.D., Political Science, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Director, Policy Office, Cara O’Sullivan (2010) B.A., M.A., English, Brigham Young University
Director, Institutional Research, Tim Stanley (2005) B.S., Sociology; M.P.A., Brigham Young University; Ph.D. Educational Leadership & Policy, University of Utah
Associate Director, Reporting and Analysis, Geoff Matthews (2009) M.S., Sociology, Utah State University
Associate Director, Data Collection/Assessment, Todd Harper (2015) B.S., Consumer & Community Studies, B.S., Human Dev. & Family Studies, University of Utah; MBA, Western Governors University, Utah State University Student Affairs Vice President, Student Affairs, Kyle A. Reyes (2003) M.Ed., Educational Leadership, Brigham Young University; Ph.D. Educational Leadership and Policy, University of Utah
Associate Vice President, Enrollment Management, Andrew Stone (2007) A.S., B.S., Psychology, Utah Valley University; M.Ed., Ph.D., Educational Leadership and Policy, University of Utah
Director, Financial Aid, John Curl (2016) B.S., Business Management, Brigham Young University; M.B.A., University of Utah
Assistant Director, Financial Aid Scholarships, Carla Morgan (1999) A.A.S., Utah Valley University
Director, Grants Development Student Affairs, Greg Jackson (2003) B.A., Chinese and History, Brigham Young University; M.B.A., Finance, American Graduate School of International Management; Ph.D., University of Buckingham
University Registrar, Registrar's Office, Eric Humphrey (2016) B.A., German, Utah State University
Associate Registrar, Catalog/Graduation/Transfer Credit, Chris Alldredge (2009) B.S., Business Management, Utah Valley University
Associate Registrar, Degree Audit/Registration/Records/NCAA, Bryant Bradt (2019) A.A.S., Computer Technology and Networking, Stevens-Henager College
Assistant Registrar, Degree Audit, Kris Clayton (2013) A.S., LDS Business College
Assistant Registrar, Registration and Records, LuAnn Smith (1981) A.A.S., Secretary, Utah Valley University
Assistant Registrar, NCAA Eligibility Certification, Chris Case (2019) B.S., Sport Sciences, Ohio University; M.S., Counseling and Student Development, Kansas State University
Assistant Registrar, Graduation, Angela Bolduc (2014) A.S., B.S., Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University
Assistant Registrar, Transfer Credit, Alex Snyder (2014) A.S.,B.S., Biology, Dixie State University
Program Coordinator, Leave of Absence, Mayra Powell (2017) B.S., Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University
Director, Veteran Student Success Center, Sheldon Holgreen (2015) A.A.S., Chinese/Mandarin, Defense Language Institute; B.S., Liberal Arts, Excelsior College
Coordinator, Veteran Success Center, Lauren Norried (2018) B.S., Exercise Science, Utah Valley University
Associate Vice President, Pk-16, Grants, Outreach & Partnerships, William Barney Nye (1999) A.S., B.S., Integrated Studies, Utah Valley University; MPA/Ph.D. Educational Leadership & Policy, University of Utah
Director, Admissions, Kris Coles (2009) A.S., B.S., Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University; M.Ed., Educational Leadership, University of Utah
Associate Director, Admissions, Melissa Kimball (2014) B.S., Community Health, Utah Valley University
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Coordinator, Residency, Patty Coombs (2008)
Coordinator, Residency, Nels Hansen (2016) B.A., Behavioral Science, Psychology; Utah Valley University
Coordinator, International Admissions, Connie Whaley (2000) B.A., English, Brigham Young University
Associate Director, Prospective Student Services, Chad Johnson (2012) B.S., Business Management/Marketing, Utah Valley University; M.B.A., University of Utah
Director, Center for the Advancement of Leadership, Belinda Han (2011) A.S., Individualized, B.S., Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University; M.A., Organizational Leadership, Gonzaga, University; Ph.D., Educational Leadership, Creighton University
Coordinator, STEM Academic Support, Skyler Meeks (2018) M.A., English, Rhetoric and Composition, Boise State University
Director, Statewide GEAR UP, Laurie Miller (2006) B.S., Elementary Education, Brigham Young University; Ph.D., Instructional Systems Design, Indiana University Bloomington
Director, TRIO/UpwardBound/Talent Search, Michael Campbell B.A., Music, Brigham Young University; J.D., Law, University of Buffalo Law School
Associate Vice President Student Success & Retention, Michelle Kearns (1992) B.S., Business Management, Utah Valley University; M.P.A., Public Administration, Brigham Young University, Ed.D. Northwestern University
Director, First Year Experience & Student Retention, Marcy Glassford (1991) A.S., Executive Assistant, Utah Valley University, B.S, Behavioral Science, Utah Valley University; M.P.A, Public Administration, Brigham Young University
Assistant Director, First Year Experience & Student Retention, Noemy Medina (2014) B.A.., Spanish Linguistics, University of California; M.S. Education, California State University, Fullerton
Senior Director, Women’s Success Center, Tara Ivie (2008) A.A., Political Science, Utah Valley University, B.A, History/Political Science, Utah Valley University; M.S, Administration of Academic Advising, Kansas State University; Ph.D. Education Leadership, Utah State University
Assistant Director, Women’s Success Center, Jolene Merica (2017) B.A., Broadcast Communications, M.Ed., Community Education Leadership, Ph.D. Instructional Psychology & Technology, Brigham Young University
Program Director, Care About Child Care, Joyce Hasting (2017) A.S. Early Childhood Education, Brigham Young University
Director, Wee Care Childcare Center, Todd Harper (2015) B.S., Family Human Development, B.S. Consumer & Community Studies, University of Utah
Director, Multicultural Student Services, Darah Snow (2012) B.S., Criminal Justice, Utah Valley University; M.Ed., Education Culture and Society, University of Utah
Assistant Director, Multicultural Student Services, Kumen Louis (2012) B.A., M.Ed., Curriculum, Instructional Design and Educational Technology, Utah Valley University
Program Director, Latino Initiative, Yudi Lewis (1998) A.A.S., Legal Assistant, B.S., Business Management, Utah Valley University; M.B.A., Business Management, University of Phoenix
Interim Program Director, Native American Initiative, Justin Allison (2011) B.S., University Studies, Utah Valley University
Director, International Student Services, Stephen Crook (2007) B.S., M.AC., Accounting, Brigham Young University
Director, Advisor Training & Development, Wade Oliver (2010) B.S., Sociology, University of Utah; M.S., Instructional Technology, Utah State University
Director, TRiO Support Services, Keith Jensen (1993) B.S., International Relations, Brigham Young University; M.S., Educational Leadership, Troy State University
Director, Career Development Center, Michael Snapp (2001) B.S., Communications, Weber State University; M.A., Educational Counseling, University of Phoenix
Assistant Director, Career Development Center, Jordan Doman (2010) B.S., Communications, M.Coun. Counseling, Idaho State University
Career Development Counselor, NSE Program Manager, Sue Stephenson (2003)
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B.S. Recreation Management; M.P.A. Master of Public Administration, Brigham Young University
Associate Vice President, Student Life/Dean of Students, Alexis Palmer (2004) B.A., Elementary Education, Boise State University; M. S. Family Recreation and Youth Leadership, Brigham Young University
Associate Dean of Students, Ashley Larsen (2010) B.S., English, Utah Valley University; M.Ed., University of Utah
Director, Accessibility Services, Sherry Page (2020) B.A. History, University of Texas, M.Ed. Instructional Technology, Texas Tech University
Assistant Director, Accessibility Services, Carolyn Johnson (1991) A.S., Recreation, Brigham Young University - Idaho; B.S., Recreation Management, M.A., Recreation and Youth Leadership, Brigham Young University
Manager, Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services, Nicole Hemmingsen (2011) A. A.S., Sign Language Interpreting and Translating, Saint Paul College; B.A., Metropolitan University
Manager, Accommodative Services, Jason McKenna (2007) A.S., University Studies, Utah Valley University
Director, Event Services & SSC/SLWC Operations, Joel Herd (2001) B.S., Marketing, Utah State University
Senior Director, Student Health Services, Bill Erb (2000) B.S., Psychology, University of Utah; M.S., Counseling and School Psychology, Brigham Young University
Director, Mental Health Services, Taige Bybee (2007) B.A., Philosophy, Brigham Young University; Ph.D., Psychology-Clinical, Brigham Young University
Nurse Practitioner Esme Anderson (2006) B.S., Nursing, Weber State University; M.S., Nursing, University of Utah
Director, Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution, Maren Turnidge (2013) B.S. Political Science, Brigham Young University
Director, Campus Recreation and Wellness, DaSheek Akwenye (2010) B.S., Journalism, M.S., Exercise Science, Utah State University
Program Manager, Intramurals, Dustin Lamont (2017) B.S., Sports Management, University of Utah
Director, Center for Social Impact, Summer Valente (2013) B.A., Humanities, M.P.A., Public Administration, Brigham Young University
Program Director, Student Involvement, Grant Flygare (1989) A.S., Legal Assisting, Utah Valley University; B.A., M.A., Philosophy, Brigham Young University
Program Coordinator, Housing and Resident Life, Matthew Robins (2016) B.S., Communication, Utah Valley University; M.Ed., Educational Leadership and Policy, University of Utah
Campus Administrator, Wasatch, Tom Melville (2008) B.A., Political Science and German, M.S., Human Resources Management, University of Utah
University Marketing and Communications Vice President, University Marketing & Communications, Kara L. Schneck (2020) B.A., Communication, Brigham Young University
Associate Vice President, University Marketing & Communications, Henry Molina (2017) B.A., Communications, Brigham Young University; M.S., Integrated Marketing, Northwestern University
Senior Director, Integrated Marketing, Jody Birch (2018) B.A., Marketing and Digital Media, Utah Valley University
Senior Director, Strategic Marketing, Chris Meek (2017) B.A., International Relations: International Development Emphasis, Brigham Young University
Senior Director, Public Relations, Scott Trotter (2017) B.A., Communications and Public Relations, Brigham Young University
Senior Director, Studios & Broadcasting, Will McKinnon (1996) A.A.S., Multimedia Communication, A.S., Electronic Technology, Utah Valley University
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Director, Art, Shari Warnick (2016) B.A., Graphic Design, Brigham Young University
Director, Photography, August Miller (2011) B.S., Journalism, Utah State University
Director, Public Relations, Barb Smith (2018) A.S., Early Childhood Education, Utah Valley University; B.A. Communications, Brigham Young University
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