The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA) & Dean of Students leads all divisional departments in their pursuit of excellence and deliverance of the Student Affairs mission and vision.

• Develop, shape, and implement the division’s overall strategy as it relates to student life, the College’s overall strategic plan, and integration of the mission. 
• Oversee the development and implementation of The PC Path, a holistic and scaffolded student learning curriculum for the Division of Student Affairs that aligns with the college and division’s strategic plan.
• Provide oversight of and direction to the Dean of Students Office, supporting students in the on-campus living environment (Residence Life); assisting students in their efforts to demonstrate strength of character, safe and productive behavior and respect for all members of the college community (Community Standards); and working with campus community members to respond, mitigate, refer, and provide ongoing care to individuals impacted by a wide variety of student-life related issues.
• Provide oversight of and direction to the Chirico Career Center, ensuring that all students have accessible and meaningful opportunities to contemplate questions about who they are and who they will be, and support student engagement and leadership development programs that to the
• Provide oversight of and direction to the Student Engagement & Leadership offices (OTL, SAIL), serving as a support to incoming students and families and ensuring that all students have access to, and can participate in, the full experience of student life on campus.
• Provide oversight of and direction to the Office of Public Safety, overseeing the safety and security of the Providence College campus.
• Via the Parent & Family Program, provide comprehensive resources and services for families that enhance their understanding of the college experience and promote student success.
• Manage the division’s data collection and assessment methods, including the establishment of learning goals, assessment tools, and other quantitative and qualitative assessment practices. 
• Guide divisional departments in effectively and efficiently marketing, promoting, and publicizing their programs, services, and messages.