Provost & Dean of Graduate Studies - Dr. Karen Carey

As UAS Provost, Dr. Carey collaborates with faculty to support the teaching, research, and service missions of UAS.  She maintains strong working relationships with deans, campus directors in Sitka and Ketchikan, department chairs, and other faculty and staff to ensure high-quality academic performance and institutional effectiveness of the university.  

Dr. Carey also serves as the academic liaison with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and University to maintain UAS’ accreditation, and is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable standards and reporting expectations. Dr. Carey is based at the UAS Juneau Campus.

Dr. Carey earned her Ph.D. in School Psychology from University of Cincinnati.  She received her M.S. in School Psychology from the University of Nevada, and her B.S. in Psychology from San Diego State University.