MORE THAN
50%
of new AMU/APU students referred by others
94%
EMPLOYERS surveyed
feel AMU/APU graduates possess
field specific academic skills1
88%
EMPLOYERS SURVEYED
would hire another
AMU/APU graduate1
NEARLY
100,000
STUDENTS
95%
ALUMNI SURVEYED
would recommend AMU/APU
to a friend or colleague2
90%
ALUMNI SURVEYED
either completely or very satisfied with education received3
1. APUS Alumni Employer Survey, 2010–2015.
2. APUS Alumni Survey, 2015.
3. APUS End of Program Survey, 2015.
We’re building for the future
by creating an engaging, collaborative, interactive learning environment that puts us at the forefront of online education.
Although 2015 was a challenging year, American Public Education, Inc. is building on our strong foundation to fulfill our mission by addressing the critical needs of a rapidly changing higher education landscape and preparing our institutions—and our graduates—for an exciting future.
Dr. Wallace E. Boston, President and CEO
We’re making a real difference in our students' lives and in our communities in which we serve.
Take time to view what these leaders are saying about APEI.
From the Battlefield
to the Boardroom
Max Aulakh, Data Security and Compliance Leader
MAFAZO: Digital Solutions
Helping Employees
Develop Professionally
Cheryl Kula, Sr. Training Programming Manager
ManTech University
Trusted Partner
Barry Thomas, President
FBI National Academy Associates
Supporting Our Community
Peggy A. Smith, Mayor
City of Charles Town, WV
Committed to Long-Term Stability in a Difficult Environment
American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) is a mission-driven provider of higher education to working adults with a proud history of serving the military, public service and nursing communities through American Public University System (APUS) and Hondros College of Nursing (HCON). Today, we are focused on creating an engaging, interactive learning environment, optimizing our outreach efforts and refining our enrollment process—so we can help college-ready students achieve their full potential. As of December 31, 2015, nearly 96,000 students were enrolled at American Public University System and more than 1,500 students were enrolled at Hondros College of Nursing—working adult students who are motivated to advance in their profession and make a real difference in the lives of others.
FROM LEFT TO RIGHT
Michael N. Netzer, Dr. Karan H. Powell, Harry T. Wilkins, CPA, Dr. Gwendolyn M. Hall, Richard W. Sunderland, CPA, Dr. Wallace E. Boston, Peter W. Gibbons, Carol S. Gilbert, Dr. Conrad D. Lotze
Dr. Wallace E. Boston*
President and Chief Executive Officer; Member,
Board of Trustees; Member, Board of Directors
Richard W. Sunderland, Jr., CPA*
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Carol S. Gilbert*
Executive Vice President, Programs and Marketing
Dr. Karan H. Powell*
Executive Vice President and Provost
Harry T. Wilkins, CPA (retired December 2015)
Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer,
American Public Education, Inc.; Chief Executive Officer,
Hondros College of Nursing
Thomas A. Beckett (not pictured)
Senior Vice President, General Counsel
Executive Leadership Team as of April 2016.
*Denotes executive officers for purposes of the Securities Exchange Act.
Peter W. Gibbons*
Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer
Dr. Gwendolyn M. Hall
Senior Vice President and Associate Provost
Dr. Conrad D. Lotze
Senior Vice President and Associate Provost,
Academic Affairs
Michael N. Netzer
Senior Vice President and Associate Provost,
Academic Program Development & Outreach
Tracy M. Woods (not pictured)
Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
Dr. Wallace Boston
President and Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Thomas Beckett
Senior Vice President, General Counsel
Mr. Peter Gibbons
Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer
Dr. David Becher
Vice President, Institutional Research
Mr. Daniel Casto, CPA
Vice President, Associate General Counsel
Dr. Russell Kitchner
Vice President, Regulatory and Government Relations
Ms. Amy Panzarella, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Vice President, Human Resources
Ms. Lynn Wallace
Vice President, Ombudsperson
Ms. Amy Weber, CPA
Vice President, Internal Audit
Dr. Karan Powell
Executive Vice President and Provost
Dr. Gwendolyn Hall
Senior Vice President and Associate Provost,
Academic Effectiveness and Student Success
Dr. Conrad Lotze
Senior Vice President and Associate Provost, Academic Affairs
Mr. Michael Netzer
Senior Vice President and Associate Provost, Academic Program Development and Outreach
Mr. Hedi BenAicha
Assistant Provost, Library and Instructional Resources
Dr. Patricia Campbell
Assistant Provost, Graduate Studies, Research and Innovation
Ms. Caroline Simpson
Assistant Provost Student Affairs
Dr. Jennifer Stephens-Helm
Assistant Provost, Assessment and Accreditation
Ms. Karen VenDouern-Srba
Associate Vice President, Academic and Instructional Technology
Mr. Daniel Benjamin
Dean, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Dr. Brian Freeland
Dean, School of Health Sciences and
Interim Dean School of Education
Dr. Grace Glass
Dean, School of Arts and Humanities
Dr. Chad Patrizi
Dean, School of Business
Dr. Mark Riccardi
Dean, School of Security and Global Studies
Dr. Kim Jacobs
Associate Dean, Core Learning
Ms. Michelle Newman
Registrar
Mr. John Aldrich
Vice President, Military, Veterans, and Community College Outreach
Mr. Michael S. Harbert
Vice President, Strategic Markets and Relationships
Mr. Richard B. Locher
Executive Director, Center for Corporate and
Professional Development
Dr. Chris Reynolds
Dean Academic Outreach and Program Development
Mr. Richard Sunderland, Jr., CPA
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Ms. Tracy Woods
Senior Vice President, Technology Operations and Services
Ms. Melissa Frey
Vice President, Finance Operations
Ms. Claudine Stubblefield
Vice President, Controller
Mr. Chris Symanoskie, IRC
Vice President, Investor Relations
Mr. Keith Wellings
Vice President, Financial Aid and Compliance
Mr. Michael White, CPA
Vice President, Budgeting, Tax and Facilities Management
Ms. Carol Gilbert
Executive Vice President, Programs and Marketing
Ms. Elizabeth LaGuardia Cooper
Vice President, Marketing
Ms. Terry Grant
Vice President, Enrollment Management and Student Support
Mr. Jeffrey McCafferty
Vice President, Strategic Planning
Mr. Tony F. Mediate
Chief Operating Officer and Acting CEO
Executive Leadership
APUS is the only four-time recipient of the prestigious Online Learning Consortium’s Effective Practice Award (2009, 2010, 2013, 2014).
APUS ranked as a top online university by U.S. News & World Report for four years running (2013–2016).
Enhance the
University Experience
Strengthen Marketplace
Differentiation
Optimize Targeted
Outreach
Increase Lead Quality
and Applications
Refine Assessment
and Application Processes
Improve Conversion
Rates
Improve Engagement
and Interactivity
Further Increase Persistence Rates
Investments in Technology and Persistence Initiatives