The Graduate School
Our Team
Jennifer Sullivan, PhD
Dean, The Graduate School
Patricia Cameron, PhD
Vice Dean, The Graduate School
Elena Dent, PhD
Assistant Dean, The Graduate School
1st Year PhD in Biomedical Sciences Program Director
Emily Crider, EdD
Director of Graduate School Business Operations
Laura Austin, MS
Director of Graduate Student Engagement & Success
Lauren Schoem, MS
Assistant Director of Graduate School Admissions
Afua Adu-Wusu
Administrative Assistant to the Dean
Rebecca Gaylor, MS
Graduate School Web Developer
Laura Gunnufsen, BS
Graduate School Student Recruitment Coordinator
Michelle Lucas, BA
Program Content Developer
Katedra Richardson, MA
Academic Program Coordinator
Sydny Stegall, MPA
Professional Development & Career Planning Coordinator
Mailys Trochez, BBA
Graduate Education Program Coordinator
Melissa Whitlock, BA
Graduate Enrollment Advisor
Vacant
Slate Functional Technologist
To apply for one of our vacant positions, please visit AU Careers and select the appropriate Job Portal under University Faculty & Staff.
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Our Programs
From ground-breaking research to outstanding education
The Graduate School provides a supportive and transformative graduate experience.
Rigorous academics, groundbreaking research, and a community of care prepares students
to become innovators, change-makers, and leaders in a variety of disciplines.
