Dr. Courtney Hills McBeth is the chief academic officer and provost at Western Governors University, overseeing the schools of Business, Education, Health, and Technology. At WGU, Courtney manages academic affairs, including program development, faculty, accreditation, and curriculum design. Previously, she was senior vice president at Strada Education Foundation, promoting equitable outcomes in postsecondary education. Courtney’s career began at the University of Utah, where her leadership roles involved strategic planning and innovation efforts. Throughout her career, she has managed many employer partnerships. Courtney holds a doctorate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and master’s and bachelor’s degrees from the U.