Meet the WVU online team
We work closely with prospective and current students, and collaborate with our campus partners to provide a quality online learning experience.
Chad Mezera
Assistant Provost for WVU Online Leadership
Chad Mezera currently serves as the Assistant Provost for WVU Online. In this role, he drives transformative initiatives to position West Virginia University as a leader in digital education.
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Whitney Stout
Director of Strategic Operations Leadership: Operations
Whitney Stout serves as the Director of Strategic Operations for WVU Online. In this role, she supports operational strategy, cross-functional coordination, and systems planning to advance the University’s online education efforts and align with broader institutional goals.
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Jessica Carr
Jessica answers questions and guides students through the admissions process. Jessica supports: Eberly College, Chambers College of Business and Economics Undergraduate Programs, College of Applied Human Sciences - School of Sports Sciences, School of Nursing, School of Public Health, School of Social Work.
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Ann Clayton
Ann strives to be a kind and helpful resource for students throughout the application process. Ann supports: Statler College of Engineering, Chambers College of Business and Economics Graduate Programs, College of Creative Arts & Media, Davis College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, College of Applied Human Sciences.
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Chrys Dean
Senior/Interim Assistant Director of Instructional Design Instructional Design and Teaching Support
Chrys collaborates with faculty to develop online courses, solve instructional puzzles, use technology tools, apply accessibility standards, and implement pedagogical approaches to enhance student experiences and increase engagement.
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Carla Corsetti
Multimedia Specialist Instructional Design and Teaching Support
Carla collaborates with instructional designers and instructors at WVU to create graphics for eCampus and Ultra courses. Her journey at WVU has been dedicated to further developing her skill set and enhancing the online learning experience for students.
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Ryan Pratt
Multimedia Specialist Instructional Design and Teaching Support
Ryan assists instructional designers and faculty with the production of images, videos, and animations for a variety of online learning formats, bridging the gap between content and comprehension, resulting in a more effective and engaging student experience.
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Marie Pavlik
Senior Program Coordinator Student Support Services
Marie coaches and advises undergraduate non-degree students from application to enrollment. Additionally, she collaborates with academic groups to plan Special Sessions, and she assists with non-credit opportunities at WVU Online.
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Jasmine Van Schaick
Director of Marketing and Communications Leadership: Marketing and Communications
Jasmine leads a team dedicated to promoting West Virginia University's online programs both internally and externally. Her team oversees digital advertising, web content, news and stories, social media, brand, email communications, competitive analysis, and more.
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Derek Brewer
Content Strategist Marketing and Communications
Derek works to create content and strategy to showcase WVU Online's programs, students, and campus partners.
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Elizabeth Smith
Marketing Analyst Marketing and Communications
Elizabeth Smith conducts in-depth market research to identify insights and trends to assist with content creation and program development.
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