National Louis University Leadership
Meet Our Leaders
When education pioneer Elizabeth Harrison founded the school that would become NLU in 1886, she put service, community, and social justice first. Those principles continue to be the focus of President Eddie Phillips, Ed.D., the twelfth president of NLU, and his team. Our leaders are passionate advocates for adult higher education and firm believers in its equalizing and uplifting effect on families and communities. Their role is to “serve those who serve others” by fostering a learning environment conducive to the highest degree of student success.
President Eddie Phillips, Ed.D.
Dr. Eddie J. Phillips Jr. serves as the twelfth President and is currently acting Provost of National Louis University, one of the nation's most historic and innovative institutions dedicated to expanding educational opportunity and preparing graduates for meaningful careers, lifelong learning, and lives of purpose.
President's Cabinet Leadership
National Louis University’s Officers of the University and Senior Administrators guide and support the University while upholding the best interests of its students and faculty.
Aidé Acosta, Ph.D.
Vice President, Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Ryan Bartelmay
Vice Provost, Faculty Support
Thomas Bergmann
Vice President, Human Resources
Christopher Chantson
Vice President, Institutional Advancement
Traci Dziatkowicz
Vice President, Online Education
Patrick Gipson
Vice Provost and Chief of Staff
Kelli Johnson, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
Andi Koritari
Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer
Sarah Lukas, Ed.D.
Dean, Florida Programs
Thackston Lundy
Vice President, Workforce Pathways
John Mazariegos
Chief Information Officer, Vice President of Learning and Information Technology Services
Marty Mickey
Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President of Finance
Janice Nilsen, Ph.D.
Dean, Graduate School of Business and Leadership
Anthony Spano
Executive Director, Florida Campus
Carolyn Theard-Griggs, Ed.D.
Dean, National College of Education
Leigh Uhlir
Dean, Kendall College
Rick Yaconis
Chief Marketing Officer, Senior Vice President of Enrollment & Marketing
Tracy Templin
Vice Provost, Academic Programs and Accreditation
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