Leadership

Our leadership team brings our extraordinary vision to life. Our President, Executive Cabinet, and Board of Trustees are all dedicated to ensuring that the educational experience of our students is exceptional, so our alumni can go on to create the change desperately needed in their fields.

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Our President

Michele Nealon, Psy.D., has served as president of The Chicago School since 2010. With more than 20 years of experience in higher education, she has worked as a faculty member and dean. Dr. Nealon is a licensed clinical psychologist and an alumna of The Chicago School.

Meet Dr. Nealon

Meet the Executive Cabinet

The leaders who comprise The Chicago School’s Executive Cabinet possess deep expertise in higher education administration and business operations. As the strategic stewards of The Chicago School, these leaders guide our efforts in ensuring students are well prepared for their professional careers.

Elizabeth Brown, MPA, M.Ed.

Chief of Staff and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives

William Brown, Psy.D.

Provost

Alisha DeWalt, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Graduate and Professional Studies

Jonathan Dodrill, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Undergraduate Studies

Michael Falotico, Psy.D.

Chief Operating Officer

Lance Garrison, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Professional Psychology

John Lucas, DO

Dean and Chief Academic Officer of the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School

Board of Trustees

Our distinguished Board of Trustees is comprised of experts and professionals at the top of their fields, who are dedicated to the mission and vision of The Chicago School. Their unparalleled guidance and oversight ensure The Chicago School remains on a strong path, providing an excellent education to thousands of diverse professionals each year.

Meet the Trustees