Dr. Mark A. Brown is a distinguished leader whose journey spans military service, government stewardship, and higher‑education transformation. A Tuskegee University alumnus who rose from humble beginnings, he served 32 years in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Major General and shaping the future of airmen through education, training, and talent development. After military service, he was appointed Chief Operating Officer for Federal Student Aid at the U.S. Department of Education, overseeing more than $1.7 trillion in federal student loans and grants. Today, as President of Tuskegee University, Dr. Brown brings together his lived experience, deep belief in access and equity, and commitment to innovation—leading one of America’s most historic institutions with purpose, humility, and a relentless focus on unlocking human potential.