Dr. Diana Asaad, Ed.D. is an accomplished leader in higher education with over 15 years of experience driving innovation, student success, and institutional efficiency. Currently serving as Chief Academic Officer and Provost, she has led transformative initiatives, including the introduction of Hyflex learning and immersive game-based pedagogies, resulting in enhanced student engagement and operational effectiveness.
Previously, Dr. Asaad held leadership roles as Chief Operating Officer and VP of Student Affairs, where she increased enrollment by 30% and improved student satisfaction by 42%. Her expertise spans strategic planning, faculty development, and process optimization. In a previous role as Dean of Student Affairs, she spearheaded a 350% enrollment increase and consolidated systems, significantly reducing costs.
Her early career saw her in multiple leadership positions, where she expanded international student populations, improved retention, and developed key institutional partnerships. Dr. Asaad holds a Doctorate in Education, with a dissertation on personalized adaptive learning, and integrates research-driven approaches into her leadership style.