Robert Laurine, D.Sc.

Dr. Robert H. Laurine Jr. is an adjunct professor for the Online Engineering Programs at The George Washington. He currently holds the position of Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the University System of Georgia (USG). In this role, he oversees higher education technology solutions for all 26 public colleges and universities within the system.

Before joining the USG, Dr. Laurine held the role of Chief Technology Officer at HP Enterprise Services. In that capacity, he spearheaded innovative solutions tailored for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. 

Dr. Laurine retired in 2014 as a Defense Intelligence Senior Executive for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) within the Department of Defense. Throughout his 30-plus years of federal service, Dr. Laurine held several key leadership positions at NGA. These roles included CIO, West Executive, Chief Operating Officer, and Director of Research and Development, showcasing his extensive experience and contributions to the agency's operations. In addition to his other responsibilities, Dr. Laurine initiated the NGA University Research Initiative. This program partnered with leading national universities to manage federal grant opportunities and create cohort programs for employees, enhancing their educational opportunities.

Dr. Laurine graduated from the University of Maryland with bachelor's degrees in both Geology and Computer Science. He holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science and a Doctorate of Science in Engineering Management from The George Washington University. In addition, he has received extensive leadership training from Harvard University, Korn Ferry Institute, and the Center for Creative Leadership. Dr. Laurine has been honored with the National Intelligence Award for Collaboration Leadership, the National Intelligence Distinguished Service Medal, and the National Intelligence Superior Service Medal. Additionally, he received the Federal Executive Board’s Leader of the Year Award for his outstanding contributions. He was recognized by two U.S. Presidents with both the Presidential Distinguished and Meritorious Executive Awards for sustained extraordinary accomplishment and service to his country.