

Setting the Standard for Quality Education
Brad Piazza brings more than 28 years of progressive advancement in both two-year and four-year institutions.
As Provost and Executive Vice President, Brad is a recognized leader in academic strategy and institutional effectiveness. Since 2007, he has conducted over 30 Higher Learning Commission (HLC) evaluations and served as a Team Chair for the past decade. A recipient of the HLC Essential Leaders Award, he also trains new and experienced peer reviewers. Brad holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Beth Gilbertson is a 26-year U.S. Army veteran whose leadership spans government, private organization, and higher education environments.
As Associate Vice President of Experiential Learning, Beth applies a strategic, student-focused approach to academic and clinical programs. Since 2010, she has served as a peer evaluator and Team Chair for ABHES and supported successful accreditation visits from HLC, CCNE, and ACEN. She holds a Doctor of Education in Leadership, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement from Concordia University.
Brad Piazza & Beth Gilbertson

