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Meet the UL System Staff
The UL System is supported by a dedicated team of professionals committed to advancing the mission of public higher education across the state. Staff play a vital role in advancing the UL System’s strategic priorities: operational efficiency and excellence, student access and success, research and talent development, and external engagement. Although lean in number, the staff brings a wide range of expertise, a strong sense of purpose, and a collaborative spirit to every corner of the work.
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
Richard J. Gallot, Ph.D., J.D. President and Chief Executive Officer
Fernando Cordova, CPA, CISA, CIA Chief Audit Officer
Anne McKisson Chief of Staff
Academic Affairs
Jeannine O’Rourke, Ph.D. Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Caprice Ieyoub, Ph.D., J.D. Executive Director of Institutional Leadership and Accreditation Liasion
Advancement, Research, Strategy, & Communication
Claire Norris, Ph.D. Senior Vice President for Advancement, Research, and Strategy
Katie Dawson, Ed.D. Associate Vice President of Enrollment, Innovation, and Talent Strategy
Alyssa Coats Graphic Designer and Brand Manager
Brandy Gros, Ph.D. Compete LA Coach
Julia Hamilton Compete LA Coach
Mary Love Compete LA Coach
Melissa Stafford Compete LA Coach
Clarence Sutton Compete LA Coach
Finance
Eddie Meche, CPA Vice President for Business and Finance
Ashley McIntyre, CPA Assistant Vice President of Financial Reporting and Analysis
Kecia Neal Director of Business and Financial Services
Operations
Marcus Jones, J.D. COO & Senior Vice President of Legal Affairs
Bruce Janet, CPA Executive Director of Facilities, Risk Management, and Athletics
Richard Vath Director of Policy and External Affairs
Tonyetta Jackson Operations Support Specialist
Joy Samuel Administrative Assistant
Student Affairs & BOARD RELATIONS
Erica Calais, Ed.D. Vice President for Student Affairs and Board Relations
Carol Slaght Executive Assistant to the Board and Custodian of Public Records
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