Online Education and Educational Technology Staff

As Senior Director of Online Education and Educational Technology and Chief Online Officer at Butler University, I provide strategic leadership for online learning, educational technology, and digital transformation initiatives across the institution. I hold a Bachelor of Science in History from Ball State University and a Master of Science in Library Science from Indiana University. My professional background combines expertise in instructional design, learning technologies, faculty development, and online education strategy.

Over the past 14 years in higher education, I have led initiatives spanning instructional design, educational technology, faculty support, and online program development. At Butler, my work is focused on creating exceptional learning experiences for students and faculty by aligning online education, educational technology, and academic innovation with Butler’s mission and standards of excellence. Through this work, I help advance institution-wide initiatives that improve teaching, learning, accessibility, and student success.

I welcome conversations about online learning strategy, instructional design, educational technology, faculty support, accessibility, AI in education, and the development of innovative learning experiences. I enjoy collaborating with colleagues across campus to solve complex challenges and identify opportunities for growth and innovation. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, creating handmade jewelry, reading, and spending time with my family.

As the Director of Digital Learning at Butler University, I lead the Digital Learning Team and partner with faculty, Colleges, and programs to create high-quality online learning experiences. My career in education began in the K-12 classroom, where I worked with students from disadvantaged populations before transitioning to online education. I hold a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Educational Technology. I also have certifications related to instructional design, accessiblity, and online learning through Quality Matters, Universal Design for Learning, and the Online Learning Consortium. I have spent my career helping faculty, Colleges, and programs to leverage technology to improve teaching, learning, and the student experience.

With more than a decade of experience spanning teaching, instructional design, and leadership in online learning, I have led initiatives that have expanded access to education and improved the student experience at scale. Prior to joining Butler, I served as Executive Director of Instructional Design Services and was a founding member of a centralized Online Academic Unit that supported 50,000-80,000 students annually. Some of my most impactful work includes securing a $2 million federal grant to develop Open Educational Resources (OER) for high-cost courses, starting a centralized online academic unit, and receiving national recognition through WCET’s WOW Award and OLC’s Digital Innovation Award for advancing online learning initiatives.

Reach out to me if you have questions about online learning, strategy, instructional design, course development processes, project planning, faculty partnerships, or digital learning operations. I enjoy collaborating with teams to solve complex challenges and create engaging learning experiences that support both instructors and students. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our two children, and our French Bulldog. You can often find me at a local farmers market, spending times outdoors, cooking, baking, or reading a good book.

Megan Grady is Associate Director of Academic Partnerships at Butler University, where she supports faculty, academic programs, and strategic educational initiatives across the institution. She holds an M.A. in English Language and Literature from Butler University, a B.A. in Anthropology from Indiana University, and an A.S. in Broadcast Production from Vincennes University. Her work focuses on educational technology, online learning, digital accessibility, faculty development, and the thoughtful integration of emerging technologies into teaching and learning.

With more than 22 years of teaching experience and over two decades in higher education leadership, Megan has served as an instructor, dean, registrar, academic technology specialist, and educational administrator. At Butler, she helped launch the university’s first fully online undergraduate degree-completion program and currently leads faculty development efforts related to generative AI, online teaching, and digital pedagogy. She has presented nationally on topics including digital humanities, multimedia learning, experiential learning, and educational technology, and her scholarship has explored the intersection of technology, intercultural learning, and student engagement.

Colleagues often connect with Megan for guidance on AI in teaching and learning, faculty development, online and blended course design, accessibility, Canvas and instructional technologies, digital pedagogy, and building sustainable academic partnerships. Beyond her work in educational technology and faculty support, she has spent more than 22 years teaching writing and communication courses in higher education and currently serves as adjunct faculty in Butler University’s English Department. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her teaching a barre class, reading, curating an overly specific playlist, or keeping tabs on the birds and other wildlife that frequent her backyard.

Nick Wilson serves as Team Lead of Instructional Systems Administration within Butler University’s Online Education and Educational Technology (OEET) department, where he oversees and supports the technologies that enable effective teaching and learning across the institution. As Butler’s Learning Management System administrator, he works closely with faculty, staff, and institutional partners to ensure academic technologies align with pedagogical goals and student success initiatives. Nick holds a Bachelor of Arts in Electronic Media from Butler University and a Master of Science in Curriculum and Educational Technology from Ball State University.

Nick brings more than 18 years of experience supporting educational technology in both K–12 and higher education environments. Prior to his current role, he served as an Academic Technology Specialist at Butler University and as Computing Services Coordinator for Washington Township Schools, where he managed instructional technology systems, including Canvas and Google Workspace. Throughout his career, he has led technology implementations, systems integrations, and faculty support initiatives designed to improve teaching effectiveness and the student learning experience. In addition to his administrative and technology leadership roles, Nick has taught as an adjunct instructor in Butler’s College of Education and College of Communication, bringing both practitioner and educator perspectives to his work. He also served as Chair of Butler University’s Staff Assembly from 2022–2024, helping advance collaboration and engagement across the institution.

Faculty and staff can connect with Nick for guidance on Canvas LMS administration, instructional technology strategy, academic system integrations, learning analytics, educational technology troubleshooting, and identifying technology solutions that support innovative teaching practices. Outside of work, Nick enjoys exploring emerging technologies, following developments in higher education, and finding new ways technology can remove barriers to learning and help students succeed.

I serve as the Senior Educational Strategist within Online Education and Educational Technology (OEET) at Butler University. I earned my education degree from Ball State University, where I developed a strong interest in educational technology and how digital tools can enhance accessibility, engagement, and student outcomes. As a Canvas Certified Educator, I enjoy supporting faculty in designing effective and meaningful learning experiences.

I have seven years of experience in higher education educational technology, including five years at Butler University. During this time, I have supported faculty in integrating digital tools to enhance teaching, learning, and student engagement across a variety of instructional contexts. I’ve also had the opportunity to teach ED 245: Integrating Technology in the College of Education and Human Development, where I worked directly with pre-service educators to explore effective and purposeful uses of technology in the classroom. In addition, I supervise our department’s student employee program, the Digital Transformation Ambassadors. I am a strong advocate for accessibility and am committed to helping faculty and academic staff create accessible, inclusive digital learning materials. One of my most recent projects is Accessibility Quick Wins which is designed to educate about digital accessibility best-practices. It offers small, practical changes you can make in under 10 minutes to reduce barriers for students and improve the learning experience for everyone. 

I want faculty to know that I see myself as a partner in their work. Whether they need support, guidance, a fresh perspective, or simply a sounding board for new ideas, I am here to help. My goal is to be a trusted and approachable resource they can turn to as they navigate challenges, explore new instructional approaches, and continue strengthening their teaching practice. I value collaboration and thoughtful problem-solving, and I enjoy working alongside faculty to identify practical, meaningful solutions that support both teaching goals and student success.

On a personal note, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Kelsey, and our two cats, Arnold and Oswald. In my free time, you can usually find me playing tennis, cycling, working on a puzzle, playing video games, or enjoying the great outdoors.

As a Butler University alumna (BA in Multilingual Studies, Minor in Strategic Communication, emphasis in Chinese), I serve as the Digital Engagement Specialist for the Online Education and Educational Technology team. I hold an MSEd in Higher Education and Student Affairs, a Master of Library Science specializing in Digital Humanities, and a Master of Informatics from Indiana University, where I am currently pursuing a PhD in Informatics with an HCI focus and an Instructional Systems Technology minor. My doctoral research is focused on how faculty utilize ad hoc tooling to improve digital accessibility. My academic foundation is backed by a Quality Matters Certificate and six specialized AI credentials from Auburn University, including badges in AI Course Design, Assessment, and Integrity.

My passion for this field began in 2018 when I got my start with the Information Commons program at IU. Today, I have the privilege of bringing that passion back home to Butler, where I support our own iteration of that model by working closely with our Digital Transformation Ambassador students focused on Communications and AI. In my broader role, I spearhead our department’s branding, marketing, and strategic web redesign, in addition to supporting faculty training and workshops surrounding AI and other relevant academic technologies. A recent highlight includes curating a highly popular “AI and the Arts” campus panel alongside our talented faculty and students and designing a Tableau dashboard exploring our recent AI perspectives and use survey. 

Please feel free to reach out to me if you have questions about integrating AI into your course design, digital accessibility, or collaborating on interdisciplinary workshops. Returning to Butler to shape these digital initiatives has been incredibly rewarding. Outside of my research and campus work, I try to maximize my limited spare time by attending Pure Barre classes and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

Dr. Lisa Hughes is the Lead Instructional Designer for Butler University’s Digital Learning team, where she partners with faculty and Course Authors to design high-quality online learning experiences. She holds a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Educational Technology from Indiana State University and has been working in instructional design and online learning since 2005. Lisa is a Quality Matters Certified Master Reviewer and stays current on trends at the intersection of AI and higher education, recently co-authoring a textbook chapter on responsible AI adoption in academic settings.

With over two decades of experience in education and more than a decade in instructional design, Lisa has supported course development across a wide range of disciplines at both Butler and Indiana State University. Among her most meaningful projects: leading Butler’s development of new online programs and the scalable processes that make them possible, and conducting over fifty formal Quality Matters course reviews across institutions nationwide. She also teaches Business Communication at Indiana State University, which keeps her grounded in what actually works for online learners.

If you’re a Course Author developing or redesigning an online course, Lisa is a great resource. She can support you from initial design through final review — whether you’re navigating course structure, assessment alignment, Canvas, multimedia integration, or quality standards. When she’s not designing courses, you’ll find her hiking to waterfalls, exploring national parks (17 and counting), or adding to her backyard bird list in Indianapolis.

I serve as an Instructional Designer on Butler’s Digital Learning team. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Shepherd University in West Virginia and a Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from Purdue University. I completed my Instructional Designer Certificate Program from The Online Learning Consortium (OLC) and the Peer Reviewer Course from Quality Matters.

I was a K-12 world language educator for 13 years, and after earning my online master’s, I transitioned into instructional design where I focus on purposeful, learner-centered course development. I bring close to three years of experience in higher ed, supporting subject matter experts and faculty in strengthening their online courses. 

In my time at Butler, I’ve had the opportunity to contribute to meaningful online program-level work. I partnered with faculty to develop the foundational courses for Butler’s new MA Deaf Education program, as well as the capstone course for the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership program. Projects like these reflect what I love most about instructional design: the close collaboration with subject matter experts, and knowing that the work we do together will impact students. 

I’m a resource for course authors navigating the design and development process — whether that’s structuring course content, aligning assessments to learning outcomes, or thinking through how to present complex material in an engaging way. While not a Butler alum myself, I’m a proud Butler parent — my daughter is currently a Biochemistry major here. Outside of work, you’ll find me on the soccer sidelines cheering on my other two, out walking my Golden Retriever, Freddy, or watching a good Dateline mystery. 

Lee Millard is the Lead Interactive Media Designer for the Online Education and Educational Technology department at Butler University. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art from Bloomsburg University, a Master of Fine Arts in Painting from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, and a Master of Science in Instructional Technology from Bloomsburg University. With a unique blend of fine arts, instructional design, and multimedia development expertise, Lee specializes in creating engaging digital learning experiences through Articulate Storyline 360, Rise 360, Adobe Creative Cloud, video production, and interactive media.

With more than two decades of creative and educational technology experience, Lee has designed and developed multimedia-rich learning experiences for higher education, corporate training, and professional development audiences. At Butler University, he has led the development of interactive online courses and certificate programs for external partners including Hylant and the NCAA. Prior to Butler, he built and managed a team of instructional technology professionals while supporting large-scale cybersecurity training initiatives. Throughout his career, he has combined artistic creativity with technical problem-solving to create learning experiences that are both effective and visually engaging.

Faculty and staff can connect with Lee for assistance with eLearning development, multimedia production, Articulate Storyline and Rise projects, graphic design, video creation, animation, accessibility considerations, and creative approaches to online learning. Outside of work, Lee is a practicing artist and illustrator who enjoys 3D printing, music, classic horror and science fiction films, and all things Planet of the Apes. He is also a lifelong Anaheim Ducks hockey fan and enjoys exploring new creative skills whenever he gets the chance.

Levi is an Interactive Media Designer at Butler University. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in New Media, Art, and Technology with a Minor in Psychology from Indiana University. He has also recieved a certification in Applying the QM Rubric from Quality Matters.

Prior to working at Butler, Levi gained experience in educational technology in Orlando, FL where he helped create media for courses that were used by the US Navy. In his time at Butler University, he has had the chance to work on many different courses across multiple different programs. He has particularly enjoyed helping build up the new Deaf Education program and has learned a lot in doing so.

Please reach out to Levi with questions regarding all things to do with media within your online courses. Outside of his work, some of Levi’s hobbies include playing games and watching movies, reading Agatha Christie novels, participating in local theater, and taking walks with his long-haired dachshund, Maple.

I am an Educational Technology Specialist on OEET’s (Online Education and Educational Technology) Digital Learning team. I hold a Master’s degree in Education with a focus on technology and educational reform, a graduate certificate in Instructional Design, and several Quality Matters certifications.

As a first-generation college student, I recognized early in my academic career that higher education would form the foundation of my professional path. Experience as a faculty assistant and adjunct professor, combined with graduate study, revealed my interest in technology and my commitment to education, and I have worked in online learning ever since. In my role, I bring a strong foundation in instructional technology and course quality standards to my work supporting faculty across the university’s online programs. I am available to assist with a range of needs, including course preparation, learning management system troubleshooting, and accessibility compliance.

Outside of the office, I like to unwind with a good book or video game, tinker with my 3D printer, and spend time with my animals.

As an Educational Technology Specialist on Butler University’s Online Education and Educational Technology (OEET) Digital Learning team, I support faculty in creating engaging learning experiences. With a Quality Matters (QM) certification, I apply nationally recognized standards for online course design to support effective, learner-centered teaching. My passion for educational technology began at Butler, where I graduated in 2025 with a Bachelor of Arts in Web Design and Development and French, along with a minor in Education. After experiencing Butler as a student, I am excited to continue contributing to the university by supporting faculty and students through my work with OEET.

My journey in educational technology began as an undergraduate Digital Transformation Ambassador with OEET, where I served as the Course Building Student Lead. In that role, I collaborated closely with Instructional and Interactive Media Designers to support the development and build of Butler courses in Canvas. Following graduation, I spent the 2025–2026 academic year in Lyon, France, as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant, supporting high school students and teachers through English language instruction and cultural exchange. These experiences deepened my passion for teaching, learning, and using creative technology to support student success.

I am happy to help with questions related to Canvas course design and development, as well as troubleshooting technical issues. I enjoy working with faculty to explore ways technology can enhance teaching and learning. Outside of work, I am passionate about travel and enjoy exploring new places, cultures, and perspectives. I also love music, whether listening on Spotify, attending concerts, or playing the piano. While I’m based in Chicago, one of my favorite spots near campus is Tinker Coffee at The Firehouse!