Kallie Reyes
Director of Graduate Programs
As the WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) Director of Graduate Student Programs, I oversee the administration of CAPS graduate programs including program development and management, admissions, and student success. I love having the opportunity to serve students who may not normally have the opportunity to obtain a WashU degree; students who are juggling many responsibilities […]
Karen Novak
Associate Dean & Chief of Staff
As Associate Dean & Chief of Staff, I oversee human resources, financial management, operations, and compliance to ensure the smooth running of WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS). I collaborate in the implementation of key initiatives, foster cross-department collaboration, and manage projects aligned with school goals. Through strategic planning and policy development, I help ensure […]
Jodie Lloyd
Director of Business Development & School Initiatives
I engage leaders of the public and private sectors to develop and promote cross-sectoral partnerships and collaborations. My goal is to increase economic equity and access to education in the St. Louis region. I collaborate with other members of the WashU community to implement and strategically align cross-campus stakeholders through networking, program development, and communications. […]
Elizabeth Lanier-Shipp
Director of Advancement, Continuing & Professional Studies
I am responsible for securing philanthropic resources for WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) and working with alumni who want to be more involved with the school as donors, volunteers, or simply as better-informed advocates for CAPS. Supporting this critical mission brings purpose to my job every day and I would love to meet with […]
Rachel Kraby
Director of Marketing, Communications & Engagement
I lead the integrated data-driven marketing strategies to help modern learners experience the impact of earning a world-class education at WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS). I’m also responsible for supporting initiatives for our community programs – Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), English Language Program (ELP), and the Prison Education Project (PEP). My focus remains […]
Elizabeth Fogt
Director of Undergraduate Student Success
I am responsible for the strategic leadership and administrative oversight of undergraduate programs for WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS). I collaborate with academic directors, faculty, staff and students to deliver high-quality academic programs that align with our mission. I ensure that student support services are available and effective, including advising, academic support, and campus […]
Kilinyaa Cothran
Vice Dean, Director of Health Programs,
Interim Director Prison Education Project (PEP)
As the Vice Dean and Director for Healthcare Programs at WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), my primary responsibility is to ensure a quality academic experience for all of our students. In partnership with faculty, staff and industry partners, I oversee the development of academic and professional, market-aligned programs that create opportunities to re-imagine what, and […]
Asquith “Sean” Armstrong
Dean of Continuing & Professional Studies
Dean Armstrong will complete the transformation of the WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), the university’s professional and continuing education division, as a school for continuing education with a greater focus on accessible pathways for economic mobility and career advancement for residents of the St. Louis region.