Sandra Haynes serves as Executive Vice President for Washington State University Statewide Campuses, providing strategic leadership for WSU Everett, WSU Tri-Cities, and Â鶹´«Ã½. In this role, she strengthens coordination and alignment across these campuses to advance student success and regional impact.
Haynes brings more than two decades of higher education leadership experience, with a strong record of building community partnerships, supporting student achievement, and guiding institutional transformation in a range of higher education settings. Known for her clarity, integrity, and people-centered approach, she fosters trust and empowers teams to create environments where innovation can thrive.
Previously, Haynes served as Chancellor for WSU Tri-Cities and Interim Chancellor for Â鶹´«Ã½, where she led efforts to expand access, strengthen academic and student support programs, and align campus operations with WSU’s strategic goals. Her leadership has contributed to enrollment growth, improved student outcomes, and deeper regional engagement across the campuses she oversees.
Haynes holds a Ph.D. in experimental neuropsychology with a re-specialization in counseling psychology and is a professor in the Department of Psychology at Washington State University.