Elizabeth Cantwell holds a B.A. in Human Behaviour from the University of Chicago, a Ph.D.
Cantwell served in leadership positions at prominent national laboratories, including Lawrence Livermore, Oak Ridge, and Los Alamos
At the University of Arizona, she oversaw the 1,268-acre UA Tech Park, one of the nation's premier university research parks
In 2020, Cantwell received the Transformational Leadership Award at the Arizona Governor's Celebration of Innovation Awards, .
As president of Utah State University, Cantwell emphasizes the importance of civil discourse and providing platforms for diverse voices
Cantwell views leadership as a form of service, focusing on serving the people and institutions she leads, a philosophy that guides her actions as a university president.
She is deeply inspired by the land-grant mission, which aims to provide accessible education to all, a vision she actively promotes at Utah State University.
Cantwell's diverse academic background spans human behavior, mechanical engineering, and business, showcasing her interdisciplinary expertise.
At Oak Ridge National Laboratory, she worked with various U.S. departments and agencies, including the Department of Energy and NASA,
She believes in the critical role of public higher education in shaping the future of the nation, emphasizing service and inclusivity as core components of this mission.