Office of the Vice President for Student Development

Overview

The Division of Student Development provides the leadership and vision to create a purposeful campus community. We foster a broad array of services that enhance student learning and personal growth. It is our intent to have students become engaged citizens of the campus community … and of a diverse world.

Student Development staff work to build an environment that is supportive and inclusive. Staff are accessible, caring and available to assist students and to ensure an overall student life experience. It is our goal to help students whenever necessary with transition, adjustment and/or college life issues as they arise. In doing this, we work to create a caring community that values students and their safety, offers strong personal support, and provides quality student services that make a difference in the overall education of an individual.

The Student Development Division includes over 50 professional and clerical staff, 70 para-professional staff and over 150 student staff. The following offices and functional areas comprise the Division of Student Development.

• Community Service
• Emergency Management
• Greek Life
• Sport & Exercise/Athletics
• Student Conduct
• Student Leadership
  
  • Orientation
  • Student Government Association
  • Campus Engagement Board
  • Clubs & Organizations
  • Commuter Student Services
• Residential Life
• Unity Center
• University Police Department
• Veteran Affairs
• Wellness Center
  • Counseling
  • Health
  • Peer Education

 

Mission Statement

To advance students to be resilient advocates for themselves and the world around them.