As Vice Chancellor of EMSA, Klein is responsible for implementing the university’s Strategic Enrollment Plan across three campuses in Juneau, Ketchikan, and Sitka, promoting retention and completion, and ensuring quality and continuous improvement in student advising and support services, financial aid, housing, food services, and residence life. As a member of senior leadership, Klein serves as a member of the Chancellor’s Executive Cabinet, and represents UAS in system-wide initiatives and in community partnerships. The Vice Chancellor is an advocate for expanding a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion at UAS.

Lori Klein has lived in Juneau since 1996, has over 16 years of progressive leadership experience in higher education, including the position of Title IX Coordinator. She holds a Master of Science in Education with an emphasis on College Student Personnel, from the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse.