Dean of Students
About the Dean of Students Office
The Dean of Students office is dedicated to fostering a healthy and safe campus community conducive to student learning and development. The department provides advocacy, support, and care, empowering Tech students to build resilience, self-awareness, and ultimately successful graduates.
Through a student-centered approach and alignment with our core values, our areas provide transformative experiences, events, and initiatives that complement the vision, mission, and values of Tennessee Tech and the Student Affairs division.
Values
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Excellence - Striving to provide high-quality services and educational programs aligned with Student Affairs’ best practices and learning outcomes.
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Integrity – Practices align with our values as we model transparency, accountability, and fairness.
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Collaboration - Partnering with our campus and the community to provide transformative experiences for our students
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Diversity & Inclusion – Valuing the uniqueness of people, their cultures, and perspectives by providing accessible programming and services and cultivating an inclusive community.
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Civility – Respecting others’ rights to express views in the same manner as they would expect to have their own rights respected. Regardless of a difference in opinion or background, our conduct should demonstrate kindness and compassion
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Service - Caring for all members of our campus community with compassion, support, and resources
The Assistant Vice President for Strategic Initiatives & Dean of Students oversees the following administrative areas:
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Student Conduct
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CARE Team (Students of Concern)
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Eagle Card Office
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Information Center
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Student Affairs Strategic Planning and Assessment
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Student Affairs Marketing and Communication
