Michael Oestereicher

Michael Oestereicher currently serves as the Associate Vice Chancellor at the University of Arkansas, a position held since May 2025. Prior experience includes serving as the Assistant Vice President of Facilities Services at the University of Houston and a significant tenure at the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), where roles spanned from Executive Director to Chief of Staff, overseeing extensive facilities and construction operations across multiple regions. Michael's background in civil engineering, with a Master of Science degree from the University of Colorado Boulder, is complemented by diverse leadership experiences in the US Navy, including roles focused on budget management, environmental compliance, and international negotiations. Academic credentials also feature executive education from Wharton and UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School.