With a proven track record for helping students achieve academic success, teachers improve the quality of their teachings, and academic leaders improve institutional effectiveness, Dr. Christopher G. Ellis’ ultimate goal is to remain dedicated to providing quality service with stellar results in the field of education. Dr. Ellis, a lifelong scholar, is known as a transformational leader and has received extensive training in education, healthcare and engineering both in the United States and Canada; whereas, he has earned multiple degrees and certifications from multiple universities including Jackson State University, Mississippi College, Capella University, Harvard University, and Cornell University. Dr. Ellis has worked in both secondary and post- secondary educational institutions in a variant of roles, including professor, department chair, dean of students, academic dean, and campus president. He has conducted professional development seminars, program assessments, and policy evaluations in education for private institutions, local, state, and federal governments, as well as academic enrichment and tutorial services for families. Prior to joining the AUCC, Dr. Ellis served as Interim President and Chief Academic Officer at Virginia College in Macon, GA. He served as Campus President at National American University in Austin Texas. Additionally, Ellis served as Department Chair of Allied Health and Business and interim Vice President at Texas Health and Science University in Austin, Texas. Among Dr. Ellis’ many accomplishments include recognition as Teacher of the Year, Faculty of the Year, Administrator of the Year, and his personal favorite, Father of the Year. Dr. Ellis currently serves as the Assistant Director of Engineering Education Innovation and Program Manager for the Dual Degree Engineering Program at the Atlanta University Center Consortium.