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The Vice President for Student Affairs, who reports to the President, is the chief student affairs officer directing and supervising all student\u2013related programs, functions, and services outside the classroom. The Vice President for Student Affairs is responsible for supervising the following; Dean of Students; Student Government Association; the Director of Student Wellness and Support Services; and the Director of Residential Living.<\/p>

Student Affairs is charged with the care, safety and development of students outside the classroom. Its role is to facilitate meaningful, inclusive, holistic, and broad-based student experiences that enhance the academic experience and contribute to student success. Student Affairs facilitates opportunities for students to interact with others, develop social skills, and become leaders in a global environment. The Vice President engages with the local and broader communities for the benefit of the student experience.<\/p>

1.12.1 Offices Reporting Directly to the Vice President for Student Affairs<\/h3>

1.12.1.1 Dean of Students<\/h4>

The Dean of Students is the administrator responsible for student engagement and student compliance and provides leadership that facilitates student involvement and leadership development. The Dean of Students supervises the following: Director of Compliance and Ethical Development; Director of Career Services, Greek Life Coordinator, Coordinator of Student Organizations and the Student Programming Advisor; and the Student Affairs Case Manager.<\/p>

1.12.1.2 Director of Student Wellness and Support Services<\/h4>

The Director of Student Wellness and Support Services provides oversight for individuals responsible for mental health services, medical health services, wellness, fitness and prevention, and access for those with disabilities; provides leadership that facilitates the provision of high quality direct support and clinical services that meet the current students\u2019 needs. The director supervises the Counseling Center, Health Services, Student Access Center, and Campus Recreation.<\/p>

1.12.1.3 Student Government Association<\/h4>

The ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ Student Senate and Executive Board are made up of diversified students dedicated to serving, representing and unifying the student body of ÐÓ°É´«Ã½. As a team, the mission is accomplished by exercising proper resource management, acting as the students\u2019 voice and sponsoring projects and events that create a bond among the ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ community. To this end, we strive to create the best possible college experience for all students.<\/p>

1.12.1.4 Director of Residential Living<\/h4>

The Office of Residential Living supports student success by providing dynamic residential communities and co-curricular experiences which are safe, secure, and advance the educational mission of ÐÓ°É´«Ã½. The Director supervises staff who carry out facilities management, logistical needs, direct student support, and internal student accountability. Residential Living facilitates student development including independent living and healthy decision making.<\/p>

1.12.2 Groups Reporting Directly to the Vice President for Student Affairs<\/h3>

1.12.2.1 Homecoming Court Committee<\/h4>

A Homecoming Panel will review each application and will be appointed by the Dean of Students Office.<\/p>

1. The voting members of the Panel will consist of:<\/p>

a. Six students (Students may be selected for the Panel only once over their lifetime enrollment at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½)<\/p>

i. The SGA president, SPA president, and NAACP president will each appoint one student.
ii. Dean of Students, in collaboration with Academic Services, will appoint
three students who are not associated with large organizations and
represent the general student population<\/p>

b. Two faculty appointed by the Provost or Faculty Senate if so delegated by the Provost
c. Two staff<\/p>

i. One appointed by the Unclassified Staff Advisory Council
ii. One appointed by the Classified Staff Panel<\/p>

d. Two alumni appointed by the Alumni Federation
e. The immediate past King and Queen.<\/p>

i. If the immediate past King and Queen cannot serve, one finalist for King and one finalist for Queen from the prior year\u2019s court will be appointed to the Panel.<\/p>

2. The Homecoming Panel Chair will serve as a non-voting member and will be appointed by the Dean of Students.<\/p>

1.12.2.2 Colonel CARE (Coordinate, Assess, Respond, Educate) Team<\/h4>

Purpose: The CARE Team consists of university personnel with expertise in law enforcement\/threat assessment\/tactical applications, residence life, student affairs, medical and mental health, disability services and compliance. Membership is based on the position and not the individual. The members selected have regular contact with campus community members in some capacity, which will aid in assessment of persons of concern. Members have the authority to receive a CARE recommendation and take the appropriate action. A collaborative process to assess concerns will be used. Depending on the situation, personnel with areas of specialization or responsibility may be called upon to assist the Team. The Team may also consult with other individuals as needed such as a faculty member who has a concern about a student. A professional counselor, who has information concerning a student, faculty and or staff, may also be consulted (with a signed consent).<\/p>

Reports to: Vice President for Student Affairs<\/p>

Membership (5):
\u2022 Dean of Students (chair)
\u2022 Residential Housing
\u2022 Compliance
\u2022 Case Management
\u2022 Forensic Psychologist<\/p>

Duties\/ Procedures:
\u2022 Coordinate a structured method of intervention with a student to address behaviors that may be related to mental health or safety issues which could potentially cause distress within the university community.
\u2022 Facilitate referrals to appropriate university or community entities for students in physical, situational, or psychological distress.
\u2022 Monitor and provide a systematic response to situations involving students, faculty, or staff whose behavior or condition may be disruptive or harmful to themselves or others in the University community, or students who pose a direct threat (or create distress) to themselves or others.
\u2022 Provide a multidisciplinary team of medical, psychological, law enforcement, and administrative professionals to conduct a situation assessment and to classify the generalized risk to the student and University community.
\u2022 Determine what, if any, intervention tools are appropriate to address the situation.
\u2022 Educate, consult, and support faculty, staff and administration creating awareness and access to resources for student support.<\/p>

1.12.2.3 Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Task Force<\/h4>

Purpose: The AOD Task Force proactively reviews, assesses, and coordinates current AOD related policies, protocols, and procedures across campus to support consistency in content and application. It addresses alcohol and other drug use behaviors that pose potential risk and negative academic and personal consequences for students. Additionally, it monitors and supports risk reduction and health promotion efforts.<\/p>

Reports to: Vice President for Student Affairs<\/p>

Membership (14):
\u2022 Chair – Director of Student Compliance and Ethical Development
\u2022 Dean of Students
\u2022 Representative from Student Wellness and Support Services
\u2022 Representative from Auxiliary Services
\u2022 Representative from Food Services (Sodexo)
\u2022 Representative from Residential Living
\u2022 Representative from Human Resources
\u2022 Representative from Academic Services
\u2022 Coordinator of Greek Life
\u2022 Representative from University Police
\u2022 Representative from Athletics
\u2022 Student Representative from Student Wellness Team
\u2022 Resident Student Representative
\u2022 Commuter Student Representative<\/p>

Duties\/ Procedures:
\u2022 Review and utilize the CORE Survey data to understand the campus climate related to AOD use\/misuse.
\u2022 Contribute to the Biennial Review Report by providing data and other information specific to members\u2019 areas of responsibility.
\u2022 Monitor and ensure university compliance with federal AOD requirements.
\u2022 Review and provide recommendations for all AOD related policies, protocols, and procedures across campus.
\u2022 Contribute to a comprehensive AOD prevention and education program.
\u2022 Contribute to the campus wide communication of AOD policies, support services, and behavioral expectations.
\u2022 Maintain a presence at all AOD programs.<\/p>

1.12.2.4 Discipline Committee (See Section 1.16.3.4)<\/h4>

1.12.2.5 Social and Community Concerns Committee (See Section 1.16.3.8)<\/h4>

1.12.2.6 Student Organizations Committee (See Section 1.16.3.10)<\/h4>

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