Senior Administration
Learn more about the senior leaders for Administrative Operations and how they contribute to the overall success of the organization.
Michael B. Cline, P.E., PTOE
Administrative Operations
Senior Vice President
Michael B. Cline, a professional engineer with decades of leadership and engineering experience in both the public and private sectors, is the Senior Vice President for Administrative Operations at Purdue University. By prioritizing customer care, innovation and management accountability, Cline ensures the organization delivers high quality services at the lowest possible cost. Read more.
Kim Pearson
Administrative Services
Associate Vice President and Chief of Staff
Kim leads the Administrative Services department responsible for strategy development, organizational development, process improvement, performance measurement, talent strategies, communications and other administrative support functions that directly influence the Administrative Operations brand and reputation. Read more.
Jessica Robertson
Auxiliary Services
Associate Vice President
Jessica leads the Auxiliary Services team within Administrative Operations. The Auxiliary Services team is responsible for transformative services associated with procurement, parking, transportation, airport operations, supplier diversity and materials management and distribution. Read more.
Ryan Gallagher
Facilities Operations and Environmental Health and Safety
Associate Vice President
Ryan leads Facilities Operations and Environmental Health and Safety. This team oversees many of the essential services that keep the West Lafayette campus running reliably and safely every day. Read more.
Jay Wasson, PE, MBA, MSCE
Physical Facilities and Public Safety
Vice President and Chief Public Safety Officer
Jay leads the Physical Facilities and Public Safety team within Administrative Operations. The team is responsible for strategic leadership for Purdue’s capital program and public safety services in support of the university’s learning, discovery and engagement mission. Read more.
Evan Hawkins
Purdue in Indianapolis
Senior Director for Administrative Operations
Evan Hawkins is the senior director for Administrative Operations for Purdue University in Indianapolis. In this newly established role, Evan serves as a principal contact for Purdue University in Indianapolis. He works with several partners and stakeholders, including state and local officials, municipalities, private industry and community organizations. Read more.