California Southern University’s executive leadership team and Board of Directors are proud to announce the new University President, Dr. Clinton Gardner, an esteemed leader, and scholar; his appointment is effective today, October 18, 2021.
Dr. Gardner previously worked at the University of the Potomac in Washington, DC, where he has honorably served as President and CEO since 2013. His previous leadership roles include President and CEO of Northcentral University and President of Argosy University (Phoenix Campus), as well as Senior Vice President for Management and Chief Operating Officer at Olivet College.
He earned his PhD in higher, adult, and lifelong education with a focus on education administration from Michigan State University. He also has over three decades of executive leadership expertise within higher education institutions, has acted in key roles on academic associations and commissions, and is an accomplished presenter, research scholar, and former undergraduate and graduate instructor.
California Southern University believes that Dr. Gardner will successfully help lead the University and its learners through the very promising opportunities ahead. The executive leadership and staff are committed to enhancing the learner experience and supporting learner success under Dr. Gardner’s direction.