APUS Executive Leadership
APUS Senior Management

Mr. Gregory Hill
Vice President, Admissions
Mr. Hill joined the American Public University System in 2007. His 12 years of recruiting and leadership experience have proven vital to transforming the onboarding experience for prospective students.
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Ms. Lindsey Larson
Chief of Staff
Ms. Lindsey Larson joined American Public University System (APUS) in 2012 and has held a variety of positions across the institution prior to her current role as Chief of Staff.
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Dr. Stacey Little
Associate Dean, Dr. Wallace E. Boston School of Business
Dr. Stacey Little joined American Public University System (APUS) in 2011 and has held a variety of positions across the institution prior to her current role as Associate Dean of the Dr. Wallace E. Boston School of Business.
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Mr. Jose Molleja
Vice President, APU Brand Expansion & Student Success
Mr. Molleja boasts a remarkable track record of driving digital transformations, optimizing performance, and expanding market presence across Latin America and Europe.
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Dr. Michelle Newman
Associate Provost, University Registrar
As University Registrar, Dr. Michelle Newman serves the disability services and catalog management, registrar services, and the transfer credit teams. During her American Public University System career, she has grown the academic advising team from 12 to over 80 members and led her team in defining the academic advising needs of an online adult learner.
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Mr. Roman Ortega Jr.
Senior Vice President, AMU Brand Expansion & Student Success
Roman Ortega Jr. stands as an exceptional figure in the realm of higher education and military service, having forged an impressive career spanning decades of dedication, innovation, and leadership. Roman's vast experience, ranging from serving as a professor to being a strategic planner, fundraiser, and expert in international and governmental affairs, has made him an invaluable asset in the ever-evolving higher education landscape.
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Dr. Juliette Rouge
Dean, Security & Global Studies
Dr. Juliette Rouge (Shedd) is the Dean of the School of Security and Global Studies. Before joining APUS, Juliette worked at George Mason University for 17 years where she held the positions of Associate Dean and Associate Professor at the Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution.
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Ms. Caroline Simpson
Assistant Provost, Student & Alumni Affairs
Caroline Simpson joined APUS in 2005 and played a large role in developing the online advising services offered to University students. She currently oversees Student & Alumni Affairs, Career Services, University Events, Student Conduct & Grievances, and Chaplain Services for APUS’s student and alumni community. Additionally, she serves as the TitleIX Coordinator and is the co-chair of the APUS Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Council.
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Mr. Frank Tutalo
Director, Public Relations
Frank Tutalo has more than 20 years of extensive experience in building, managing, and leading a range of successful PR and communications initiatives. As Director of Public Relations for APUS, he is responsible for the University’s media relations and communications programs.
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Mr. Keith Wellings
Vice President, Financial Aid & Compliance
Mr. Keith Wellings oversees all components of the university's financial services compliance and default prevention. He led the design and implementation of the university's process to identify and prevent potential student fraud with regard to Title IV funding.
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