WINONA LAKE –  Grace College and Grace Theological Seminary announced the appointment of Dr. Karla McGehee as the associate provost, effective April 1.
McGehee brings more than a decade of experience in accreditation, assessment and academic administration, according to a news release from Grace College.
“Dr. McGehee has a proven track record in advancing institutional effectiveness and learning while ensuring compliance with rigorous accreditation standards,” said Dr. Kevin Roberts, Grace College’s provost. “I believe her heart for collaboration and spirit of innovation make Dr. McGehee an invaluable asset as we navigate the ever-shifting landscape of higher education.”
McGehee's primary leadership responsibilities in her new role will include overseeing the newly formed Office of Teaching and Learning, engaging institutional partners and providing general oversight of institutional accreditation.
“I approach my new journey as associate provost with great humility, joy and excitement,” said McGehee. “I am honored to take on this leadership role and to serve to help carry out our strategic plan, which reminds us that we are created for more. As associate provost, I look forward to collaborating with the Office of Teaching and Learning to cast a vision that fosters an environment for faculty to continue to grow both in their area of expertise and pedagogically while, at the same time, building community that will have an eternal impact.”
McGehee’s expertise in accreditation and technology spans multiple leadership roles.
McGehee began her career at Sargent & Lundy, an engineering consulting firm that designs nuclear and fossil power plants. She held 13 different positions throughout her tenure, which included working with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, spearheading the firm's ISO-9000 certification and directing the information systems training.
At one point in her career, McGehee pivoted to become a full-time student at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (NOBTS). As a result, she found a career in theological higher education at NOBTS. In addition to her role as assistant professor of Christian education, she was named the associate director of innovative learning and the associate director of institutional effectiveness, which included overseeing the institution's assessment and accreditation activities.
In 2022, McGehee came to Grace Theological Seminary, where she was named the director of digital learning. She also served as the director of the online Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Christian Ministry programs, carried out numerous implementation steps for the seminary's microcredentialing pathway and oversaw the seminary's assessment and accreditation activities as ATS accreditation liaison.
McGehee holds a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry from Leavell College and an M.Div., Th.M. and Ph.D. in Christian Education with a focus on leadership in higher education and educational foundations from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She has also engaged in additional studies at Wheaton College.
To learn more about Grace College, visit www.grace.edu and to learn more about Grace Theological Seminary, visit seminary.grace.edu/.