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Office of Student Affairs

Engage with Student Affairs

The Office of Student Affairs supportsthe vice president for student affairs and strategic initiatives,Stephanie Russell Krebs, and the assistant vice president for student affairs and dean of students,Jennifer Scaia.

Student Affairs at educates and empowers students to be global citizens through experiential and diverse learning opportunities that reinforce the values of the Spartan Code and enrich the lives of others. Students are encouraged to engage in student affairs programs and services to make the most of their collegiate experience.

  • Lunch with the Dean and Student Government.
    Join the assistant vice president for student affairs and dean of students, as well as the student government president and vice president forlunchin Vaughn Center's Ultimate Dining at noon on Fridays throughout the Semester. See dates below.
    • Friday, Aug. 30
    • Friday, Sept. 13
    • Friday, Sept. 27
    • Friday, Oct. 11
    • Friday, Oct. 25
    • Friday, Nov. 8
    • Friday, Dec. 6
  • You are invited to share your thoughts and ask questions about or you can enjoy casual conversation. The first meal is free to all students and casual attire is recommended. Sign in at the Ultimate Dining front desk and look for signage for thelunchgathering. We hope to see you there!

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  • Diversity Advisory Group
    A forum for the administrators to hear directly from students about their experiences to better advocate for a more inclusive learning environment that supports unique perspectives and values differences.

  • Connect Lunch
    Designed to encourage positive engagement and mentoring outside of the classroom between faculty, staff, and students, the Connect lunch program offers faculty and staff members the opportunity to dine with up to three students during the academic year.
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Mission to Educate and Empower

Student Affairs at educates and empowers students to be global citizens through experiential and diverse learning experiences. Through the Spartan Code and Spartan Ready, students pledge and develop high-demand competencies to become effective leaders and engaged citizens.

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Student Life Policies

Learn more about student life policies including discrimination, FERPA, Dean of Students hold, tobacco policy, involuntary withdrawal, University grievances, severe weather, infectious control, student rights and responsibilities, addressing student complaints, photo/video policy, drone policy and pet policy.

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See Something, Say Something

Student Affairs at educates and empowers students to be global citizens through experiential and diverse learning experiences. Through the Spartan Code and Spartan Ready, students pledge and develop high-demand competencies to become effective leaders and engaged citizens.

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"I have the best job in the world. Working with the Student Affairs staff to aid in the holistic development of students as they prepare to be Spartan Ready is a true pleasure. Students at are one of a kind.”

— Stephanie Russell Krebs, Ph.D., Vice President for Student Affairs and Strategic Initiatives