When Christa Murphy walked across the stage to receive her mathematics degree from Wayne State University, she was already thinking about how to give back. Today, after building a career leading technology strategy at Meta, Samsung, and General Motors, she’s ready to bring that expertise home.

Murphy doesn’t just understand board governance—she lives it. For over 15 years, she’s served on the Board of Directors at Vibe Credit Union, where colleagues know her as the person who asks the tough questions and builds the bridges to find answers. She’s chaired the Technology Committee, shaped human resources strategy, and navigated everything from audit oversight to executive decision-making. It’s the kind of experience that teaches you how institutions really work—and how to make them work better.

Her professional track record tells the story of someone who thrives at the intersection of innovation and execution. At some of the world’s most demanding companies, Murphy has led teams through digital transformations, built cybersecurity frameworks, and turned data into actionable strategy. But what sets her apart isn’t just technical prowess—it’s her ability to unite people around a shared vision and deliver results that matter.

Murphy’s academic credentials reflect both intellectual rigor and practical application: a mathematics degree from Wayne State, a master’s in information technology from Carnegie Mellon, and an MBA from Michigan Ross. She’s continued learning throughout her career, earning advanced certifications from MIT in cybersecurity and analytics, plus project management credentials that underscore her commitment to getting things done right.

Wayne State shaped who Murphy became. Now she wants to help shape what Wayne State becomes.

At a time when universities face unprecedented challenges—from technological disruption to workforce transformation to evolving student needs—Wayne State needs leaders who understand complex systems, champion innovation without losing sight of mission, and know that every decision ultimately affects real people pursuing real dreams.

Murphy brings sixteen years of board experience, decades of strategic leadership, and an alumna’s passion for the university that started her journey. She’s ready to serve students, faculty, and the Detroit community with the same commitment to excellence she’s demonstrated throughout her career.

Wayne State deserves governors who understand where higher education is heading—and how to get there. Christa Murphy is that leader.