Leadership Team

Clifton Anderson has been working with Cheyney University since August 2017 as a Senior Advisor to the Office of the President. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Florida A&M University. He advises the President’s Executive Leadership Team on organizational and financial strategy, organizational development, and cultural transformation.

Ms. Elisabeth A. Burton, Executive Director for Campus Life and Student Affairs, joined Cheyney University in 2003. She holds a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and a Master of Science in Public Administration from Wilmington University. Her areas of responsibility include Residence Life and Housing, Career and Professional Development, Health and Wellness, Student Activities, and the Mailroom.

Robin Coward, Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness, Director of EEO and Title IX Coordinator, joined Cheyney University in 2017. She holds a Juris Doctor Degree from Temple University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Hunter College of the City University of New York. Her areas are athletics, Title IX compliance, reviewing and resolving reports of discrimination and/or harassment, as well as providing oversight to all other compliance matters and initiatives.

Jeff Jones, Executive Director of Enrollment Management, joined Cheyney in June of 2018. He holds a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction from Delaware State University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in History from Illinois State University. His areas of responsibility include overseeing the management of the Office of Admissions, Financial Aid, Bursar and Registrar offices, First-Year Experience, and Academic Success Center.

Dr. Bradley Buchner, Interim Provost, joined Cheyeny University in 1997. Dr. Buchner holds a Bachelor’s in Sociology from Saginaw Valley State University, and a Master’s and Doctorate in Sociology from UNC-Chapel Hill. Dr. Buchner is responsible for Cheyney’s academic programs, Keystone Honors Academy, University Library, and Instructional Design & Digital Innovation.

Ms. Kizzy Morris, Director of Enrollment Services and Registrar, joined Cheyney University in 2018. She holds a Master’s degree in Project Management from Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems from Bellevue University, where she graduated with honors. She is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic student life cycle programming that aligns with the University’s enrollment management goals, as well as the management of the enterprise-wide Student Information System. The Bursar, Director of Student Financial Services and the Registrar’s staff report to Ms. Morris.

Cynthia Ashford Moultrie, Executive Director for Finance and Administration, joined the Cheyney University staff in 2012. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Administration from Antioch University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from Lincoln University. Her areas of responsibility include providing leadership and direction for finance and administration functions and oversight for a team of support operations that includes accounting, budgeting, procurement, financial services, grants administration, scholarships, human resources, and information technology.

Lawrence W. Richards, Chief of Police, joined Cheyney University in 2008. He holds a MS in Criminal Justice from West Chester University, and a BA in Political Science from Cheyney University. Chief Richards is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy – 179th Class. Areas of responsibility include directing the time, manner and operation of the Cheyney Campus & Public Safety Department maintaining the health, safety and welfare of the campus. Chief Richards is also responsible for the Facilities Department, maintaining the upkeep of University property and handling problems as they arise.

Mrs. Nancy Varghese, Director of Strategic Alliances & Business Development, joined Cheyney in 2017. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Widener University and a Master of Public Administration from West Chester University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Nancy is responsible for establishing and maintaining external relationships that promote the University and its students to create strategic partnerships that support Cheyney’s sustainability.

Ms. Erika Shehata, Director of Institutional Research, joined CU in 2012. She completed Master’s coursework in Research Methodology at the University of Pittsburgh and holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh. She coordinates the submission of all state, federal, and regional compliance reporting and oversees assessment efforts to support institutional performance and student achievement.