university leadership
Leadership Dedicated to You
As an institution with a rich history of transformation for more than 150 years, Gallaudet has driven political, social, and economic impact in the signing and deaf community.
Roberta J. Cordano, President
* Roberta J. Cordano is Gallaudet’s 11th president. Appointed in 2016, Cordano is the university’s fourth deaf president, the first female president, and the first openly identified member of the LGBTQA community.
Deaf-Led Leadership Team
The Office of the President and its two executive leadership collaborate with each other to accomplish The Gallaudet Promise and ensure that the institution’s priorities and vision are carried out effectively.
University Executive Team
Paving the way for Gallaudet’s future.
Roberta Cordano
President
Heather Harker
Chief of Staff
Academic excellence for all.
Khadijat Rashid
Provost
Bringing the world to Gallaudet.
Brandi Rarus
Chief Enrollment and Communications Officer
Providing a top-notch student experience.
Travis Imel
Chief Student Affairs Officer
Ensuring Gallaudet’s financial stability, sustainability, and growth.
Brad Hermes
Chief Financial Officer
Clerc Center Executive Team
Paving the way for Gallaudet’s future.
Roberta Cordano
President
Heather Harker
Chief of Staff
Leading our next generation of students (PK-12).
Marianne Belsky
Chief Academic Officer
Nicole Sutliffe
Chief Administrative Officer
Ensuring Clerc Center’s financial stability, sustainability, and growth.
Brad Hermes
Chief Financial Officer
