Dean of Students

The Dean of Students Office provides a variety of programs and services designed to enhance student learning and development. Our goal is to develop a community that supports the success of our students inside and outside of the classroom. Our office strives to:

  • Provide opportunities for students to engage in meaningful learning experiences
  • Facilitate connections between students to promote a sense of belonging and community on campus
  • Support student health and well-being by connecting them with valuable resources
  • Provide programs and services related to wellness, student engagement, safety, student conduct, and co-curricular exploration

Our Staff

Matthew Smith, Ph.D.
Sr. Associate Vice President of Student Life and
Dean of Students
email mattsmith@nihonnkazamidori.com

Cailin White 
Operations Coordinator & Assistant to the Sr. AVP
email cwhite@nihonnkazamidori.com
Rasheedah Shakoor
Executive Director, ASI
email rshakoor@nihonnkazamidori.com
Cecilia Ortiz
Executive Director, Loker Student Union
email cortiz@nihonnkazamidori.com
Addae Jahdai-Brown
Director, Residential Living and Learning 
emailajahdaibrown@nihonnkazamidori.com
Jason Wimbley
Director, Student Conduct 
emailjwimbley@nihonnkazamidori.com
Liat Vorobiev
Director, Leadership, Engagement and Development Office
emaillvorobiev@nihonnkazamidori.com
Dr. Sean James
Director, Educational Opportunity Program & Project Rebound
emailsejames@nihonnkazamidori.com
Gerardo Cuevas
Interim Associate Director, Male Success Alliance
emailgcuevas@nihonnkazamidori.com