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Auburn University has named Jeremy Arthur as Assistant Vice President for University Outreach and Professional & Continuing Education, expanding his leadership role within the university’s outreach mission.
In this position, Arthur will provide executive leadership for the Office of Professional & Continuing Education (OPCE), overseeing administrative, financial and academic operations while advancing a wide range of non-credit professional and continuing education programs. He will also continue to provide strategic leadership to the Government & Economic Development Institute (GEDI) through the Vice President for University Outreach.
As assistant vice president, Arthur will lead strategic planning and program development for Auburn University Outreach’s professional development and continuing education, including online certificate programs, professional training, conferences and events, global leadership initiatives and youth programs. He will also focus on expanding non-credit credentials, micro-credentialing and corporate training opportunities to support workforce development, entrepreneurship and lifelong learning. He will continue leading the strategic visioning and oversight of the program of work for the Government & Economic Development Institute’s mission as the primary resource for education and training, consultation, and research by the State and local governments and the economic development community.
In addition, Arthur will collaborate with Auburn’s academic colleges and external partners to enhance outreach programming and foster interdisciplinary initiatives that increase access to high-quality professional education. His role includes identifying funding opportunities, generating revenue and ensuring the continued growth and sustainability of outreach programs.
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