Western Association of Graduate Schools 69th Annual Conference

Dr. Chevelle Newsome became the seventh president of the Council of Graduate Schools (CGS) in 2025, leading one of the nation’s most influential organizations in advancing graduate education. She represents 443 U.S. and Canadian institutions, 24 international members, and programs awarding over 563,000 master’s and 65,000 doctoral degrees annually. Guided by three imperatives, Excellence First, Graduate Education at the National Table, and Student-Centered Success, she champions innovation, academic success, and institutional excellence. Previously, as Dean of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies at California State University, Sacramento, she oversaw curriculum development, expanded doctoral education, and aligned learning outcomes with career success.