Our Team
United by a passion for learning and the belief that everyone deserves education to thrive in an ever-changing world, we are a collaborative team of thinkers, innovators, doers, creators and problem solvers.
Vice Provost, Continuum College
Rovy Branon leads UW Continuum College, an institution serving over 50,000 learners annually through 400 programs spanning youth to senior offerings. He is co-editor of an upcoming Oxford University Press book about the governance of adult and continuing education units, expected to publish fall 2025. Branon holds a M.Ed. in Instructional Systems Technology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and a Ph.D. in Instructional Systems Technology with a minor in Human-computer Interaction from Indiana University.
Associate Vice Provost, Continuum College
Sandra Janusch leads development administration for Continuum programs, serving thousands of learners each year. She drives access, quality and growth, while launching new offerings to meet evolving community and student needs. Her portfolio spans professional, K–12, adult and international programs. Janusch holds a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Calgary, an M.Ed. from Holy Names University, and a B.A. in Theater Arts from UCLA.
Associate Vice Provost, Partnerships & Online Learning
Bryan Blakeley manages online learning and UW campus partnerships at Continuum, including Summer Sessions and digital badging. He holds a Ph.D. in higher education administration from Boston College, where his dissertation focused on organization change in the context of online education initiatives.
Assistant Vice Provost, Administration
Jennifer Buck oversees budget, finance, HR, payroll, facilities, contracts, and registration at Continuum. She aligns operations to support strategic goals and evolving student and staff needs. At Continuum since 2010, she previously led HR at Pharmacy OneSource and held roles at Butler University, Indiana University, and the University of Texas. Buck holds an M.B.A. from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business and a bachelor’s degree from Butler University.
Chief Advancement Officer
Manca Valum is Continuum’s first chief advancement officer, advancing its mission to provide education that opens doors to career and life opportunities. Previously, Valum held senior fundraising roles at Western Washington University (WWU), where she launched strategic initiatives, increased revenue from philanthropic grants and secured the university’s first seven-figure corporate gift. Valum also worked at Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County and has a degree in political science from WWU.
Senior Director, Marketing & Enrollment Management
Linnéa Mobrand-Volper leads marketing, market research, and enrollment services at Continuum, focusing on expanding access to education, delivering outstanding service and sharing impactful student stories. Mobrand-Volper has nearly 20 years of experience in higher education and holds a B.A. in literature from New York University.
Senior Director, UW Summer Sessions
Durwin Long oversees the long-term growth of UW Summer Sessions, working with colleagues and campus partners to offer courses and programs that serve UW students, nonmatriculated students, nonresidents, pre-college learners and recent graduates. With more than 20 years of experience in higher education, Long has held leadership roles at several universities, including UW–Eau Claire and the University of St. Thomas. He holds a Ph.D. in higher education administration from the University of Minnesota.
Senior Director, Academic Partnerships
Marissa Heringer is senior director of academic partnerships at Continuum, where she supports fee-based program operations and consults with departments to develop new offerings using Continuum’s expertise in market research, online learning and marketing. With 15 years at UW, she has held roles in student and academic affairs across campuses. Heringer holds a B.A. from The George Washington University and an M.Ed. from the University of South Carolina.
Senior Director, Technology & Data Services
Curtis Bray oversees software development, data architecture, network and systems administration, and technology support. He leads technology strategy, collaborating with UW-IT, the Information Security Division and other teams across the university. With over 20 years of experience in distributed systems across on-prem and cloud, he previously led tech teams at Fauna Inc., AWS and UC Davis. Bray holds a B.S. in computer engineering from Santa Clara University.