Travis Nation

Travis Nation serves as Seattle University’s Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer.  Travis is charged with the creation of IT initiatives that align with Seattle University’s Strategic Directions, institutional culture, and long-term goals. Travis provides leadership for the continued development of an innovative, secure, and robust information technology environment throughout the University. 

The primary responsibilities of his office encompass a wide variety of strategic technologies: 

•     Governance and policy 
•     Resource allocation 
•     Information technology protocols 
•     The IT Services organization 

IT Services provides support for classroom and event technologies, delivery of IT infrastructure and services, information security systems and compliance, administrative systems, business intelligence and analytics, and client support services. 

Travis serves as an ambassador for the university representing Seattle University in diverse IT and non-IT forums, both locally and nationally.

Prior to his current role, Travis served as the Associate Chief Information Officer for seven years. Travis has years of experience leading in higher education, government, and the private sector. Travis holds a M.B.A., Information Technology Management from the University of Southern New Hampshire and a B.S., Business Administration from the University of Wyoming.