Scott Pulsipher serves as president of nonprofit Western Governors University (WGU), the nation's first and largest competency-based university, leading all academic, operational, and organizational functions.Pulsipher joined WGU in 2016 and blends a personal drive for making a difference in the lives of individuals and families through education and a passion for technology-powered innovation.Scott's focus areas are outlined below:Human progress: Creating an environment for every individual to thrive—at school, in the workplace, and in life—is at the heart of WGU's culture.Value of Higher Education: Our country's higher education system has lost sight of this fundamental purpose, often leading to mediocre and uneven outcomes. To renew education’s promise, it needs to be a pathway that can be traveled by every individual.Accountability: Every college and university should be held accountable for shifting policy away from regulating processes and toward measuring outcomes for students as it relates to improving the relevancy of learning outcomes, enhancing the student experience and reducing costs.Innovation and AI: Advances in technology—including AI—can improve the access, quality, personalization, delivery, and affordability of education. For those who adopt it, technology will help contextualize learning and dramatically increase the probability of student success.www.wgu.edu