Catherine Wehlburg

Catherine M. Wehlburg is an American academic administrator who researches student learning outcomes. She is the 39th president of Athens State University.

Life Wehlburg earned a B.S. in psychology and a M.Ed. and Ph.D. in educational psychology from the University of Florida.

Wehlburg researches teaching, learning, and the assessment of student learning outcomes. In June 2021, Wehlburg joined Athens State University as provost. She succeeded Philip Way as its interim president in January 2023. She was named the 39th president in May 2024, becoming the third woman to hold the position.