Leadership

Meet Our Leadership

Passion. Experience. Commitment. Our leaders bring a breadth of knowledge from diverse backgrounds to redefine the education space and make a college degree accessible for all learners. Meet the team that is paving the way for your education.

Gary Packard, Ph.D.

Gary Packard, Jr., Ph.D.

Interim Senior Vice Provost of Online Initiatives

Dr. Packard oversees Arizona Online and UAGC. This alignment ensures consistent strategic oversight and coordination of the University’s online initiatives.

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Blake Alan Naughton, Ph.D.

Blake Alan Naughton, Ph.D.

Vice Provost, Global Campus Academic Affairs

Blake Naughton oversees academic strategy, teaching and learning operations, and faculty affairs for the University of Arizona Global Campus. He leads the academic experience across UAGC colleges, including curriculum, learning support, program development, assessment, and advanced scholarship initiatives. His leadership ensures academic quality, innovation, and alignment with student-centered outcomes.

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Christine Hardy, SVP, Enrollment

Christine Hardy

Vice President, Global Campus Enrollment Management

Christine Hardy leads enrollment strategy and student recruitment efforts at UAGC, encompassing enrollment services, admissions operations, military and community partnerships, and marketing. Her work supports a seamless student entry experience, from inquiry to matriculation, while driving enrollment growth across diverse learner populations.

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Katie Scheie

Katie Scheie

Vice Provost, Global Campus Student Success

Katie Scheie leads student success and engagement efforts across UAGC. She oversees student advising, student affairs, registrar services, alumni relations, and communications. Her portfolio centers on fostering a culture of care and equity, enhancing the student experience, and supporting retention through proactive communication, wellness initiatives, and academic support services.

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Lisa Kemp

Lisa Kemp

Vice President, Global Campus Business Operations and Finance

Lisa Kemp manages the business operations and financial planning for UAGC, including accounting, procurement, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. She also serves as liaison to key University of Arizona centralized services such as HR, IT, and Legal. Her leadership ensures sound fiscal management and operational efficiency in support of the UAGC mission and student outcomes.

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