OVPSA Staff and Faculty

Rodney Bennett
Thomas Burke
John Ayoob

Vacant
Doug Bell
Toni Boatwright
Alan Campbell
Mike Campbell
Tyler Daniels
Linda Edge
Jane Hillsman
Jeremy Inabinet
Anne McDonald
Amanda Patterson
Darren Pierre
Vacant
Kyle Tschepikow
Christa Veal
Vacant
Wanda Williams Vice President for Student Affairs
Associate Vice President for Student Affairs
Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Budget & Administration

Director of Development
Student Support
Administrative Assistant
Assistant Vice President, Student Support
IT Professional Specialist
Administrative Associate
Adminstrative Specialist
Senior Budget Analyst
Doctoral Intern
Senior Coordinator of Student Affairs Assessment and Staff Development
Assistant to the Vice President for Risk Management
Doctoral Intern
Web Developer Specialist
Director of Student Affairs Assessment and Staff Development
Administrative Specialist
Administrative Associate
Budget Analyst

 

Rodney D. Bennett, Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
bennettr@uga.edu

I am the Vice President for Student Affairs at the University of Georgia. I also have an academic appointment of Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services in the College of Education. I previously served as UGA's Dean of Students and Interim Associate Provost for Institutional Diversity.

As Vice President I am responsible for overseeing the following units within the Division of Student Affairs: the Office of the Dean of Students, which includes the Center for Leadership and Service, Greek Life, Intercultural Affairs, Student Conduct, and the Tate Student Center, among others; the Disability Resource Center; Student Affairs for Extended Campuses; Recreational Sports and the Ramsey Student Center for Physical Activities; Student Affairs Assessment; Student Support Services; the University Health Center; University Housing; and University Testing Services.

I received my undergraduate and master’s degrees from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and my Doctor of Education degree from Tennessee State University in Nashville, Tennessee. Prior to serving at the University of Georgia, I was Dean of Students at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Most likely, you will see me around campus interacting with students, faculty, and administrators of the University of Georgia. Additionally, I serve as Chairman of the Board for St. Mary’s Health Care System, Inc.; a member of the Board of Directors for the Classic Center and the UGA Athletic Association; and a member of the Putting Georgia First Committee.

Thomas H. Burke, Ph.D.
Associate Vice President
for Student Affairs
tburke@uga.edu

I have been the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and an adjunct assistant professor of College Student Affairs Administration since 2000. I hold a B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Asheville and a master's and Ph.D. from The Florida State University. Prior to UGA, I was the Dean of Student Life at Middle Tennessee State University and the Associate Director of Student Life at the University of Alabama.

My primary responsibilities are University Housing, Disability Resource Center, University Testing Services, University Health Center and Counseling and Psychiatric Services, Recreational Sports and Ramsey Center, and Student Affairs at Extended Campuses.

I have a daughter and son who both graduated from UGA in 2005 and 2010 so I understand first- hand how students interact with the University and how the University interacts with students. The University is a friendly and caring place but the system does not always work perfectly. If you are ever in need of assistance with some aspect of the University and do not know where to turn, call or drop by the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and ask for me, or another member of the helpful staff in our office.

John Ayoob, M.Ed.
Assistant Vice President
for Student Affairs Budget
& Administration
jayoob@uga.edu

I provide leadership to the Division for fiscal and budgetary matters, including financial accounting and reporting; human resources and EEO compliance; payroll; financial management systems; and fund management (state appropriated, auxiliary operations, student activity fee accounts and UGA Foundation monies). Additionally, I serve on several campus-wide committees: Student Technology Fee Advisory Committee, Student Technology Fee (STF), All- Campus Student Fee Allocations, and Major Repair and Rehabilitation (MRR).

I graduated from the University of Maine at Presque Isle in 1981 with a B.S degree in Physical Education, Recreation and Health and a minor in Coaching. I graduated from Plymouth State University earning my M.Ed.in School Guidance and Counseling (K-12) in 1984. I have also earned designations from the Building Owners Management Institute and The Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers and the College Business Management Institute.

I joined the University in 1986 as a member of the University Housing Department. I am an avid supporter of high school and college football and an active outdoor recreation participant. I have lived in Alaska, New Hampshire, and Maine prior to Georgia.

Toni Thibodeaux Boatwright
Adminstrative Assistant
tonib@uga.edu

The Office of Student Support Services invited me to join their team in November 2008.

As an assistant to Dr. Alan Campbell, Doug Bell, and Linda Edge, I welcome the opportunity to provide an approachable and responsive atmosphere where students, their families, and faculty members are able to receive support with hardship situations.

Prior to joining the UGA community, I worked as an Administrative Assistant with the Adult Literacy Program at Athens Technical College.

Over the years, my husband Paul and I have operated our own Cajun café, spent time growing seasonal garden plants for the Madison County community, and I've actually had some of my gardening articles published in local magazines.

We have two adult children who have flown from the nest so we are now able to enjoy our free time taking weekend trips around the state and beyond where we visit historical sites, garden districts, farmer's markets, art museums and festivals.

Alan Campbell, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President, Student Support
dralan@uga.edu

I am the Assistant Vice President for Student Support at the University of Georgia. In my role, I am responsible for assisting students who experience hardship circumstances. I work closely with students and faculty to help them understand and follow relevant University policies and procedures. At some point in time for many students, the University can seem like a large, impersonal bureaucracy. I try to offer personal guidance and information to help students navigate through the system.

I earned a B.A., an M.A., and a Ph.D. at the University of Georgia. I also completed a pre- doctoral internship and a Post-Doctoral Fellowship at UGA. In addition, I worked as a Licensed Psychologist at the University Health Center before beginning my current position. From the many years I have spent learning and working at the University, I can appreciate many of the challenges that students face on our campus. I am knowledgeable about many of the various campus and community resources available to students. If a student is ever feeling lost or confused about where to turn for help or assistance on our campus, please contact me or any staff member in the Office of Student Support Services. We will gladly help the student figure out where to go or who to contact on campus for assistance.

Mike Campbell, B.S.
IT Professional Specialist
mikecamp@uga.edu

Hello! I am the Technology Professional for the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. I am involved in all aspects of technology that can be used to better equip our office to meet the demands of our day-to-day business. I support all computer functions for the office and serve as the technical liaison between our office and campus community. I work closely with the Assessment office creating surveys, assessment tools and web pages. I earned my bachelor's in education from UGA, with an emphasis in science and education. I've been working in the computer field for over 20 years.

Tyler Daniels, B. A.
Administrative Associate
jt88@uga.edu

I provide administrative support for the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. My responsibilities include providing information about our office over the phone and in person, maintaining news archives and databases, and assisting the office staff in special projects. We like to be the last place you have to look when trying to find information about the University.

I graduated from UGA in 2010 with a B.A. in Public Relations and a minor in Religion and am currently pursuing a master’s degree in Public Administration. I enjoy Athens’ diverse community, and greatly appreciate the unique opportunities the University of Georgia has to offer. During my free time, I love going on dates with my wife, Rebecca.

Linda Edge
Administrative Specialist
ledge@uga.edu

I love the fun and vibrancy of the Athens area where I have lived since 1977. I have worked at UGA for 15 years and in my current position for 12 years. I assist Dr. Alan Campbell, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, in Student Support Services. I work with students who need to withdraw from the University because of hardship circumstances. We assist students in crisis situations and faculty who deal with students in crises. We help locate students for emergency reasons; we notify faculty and assist students faced with long-term absences; we guide students through the grade appeal process; and we educate students of available campus resources. This office serves as the initial contact for the notification of student deaths, and I coordinate the annual Memorial Ceremony held each spring. We welcome students, parents, faculty and staff to contact us when they’re not sure who on campus to contact.

Jane Hillsman
Senior Budget Analyst
jhillsma@uga.edu

In my position as Senior Budget Analyst, I help to resolve budgetary and payroll issues, prepare various budgetary reports, provide information to departments, and assist with all aspects of business operations for the Division. I have been with the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs since 1987 and have held various progressive positions since that time. I earned a Certificate in Computer Programming from Athens Technical School. I live on a farm in Oconee County with my husband and three children and I am active with my church and with the local FFA and FFA Alumni chapters.

Anne M. McDonald
Senior Coordinator of Assessment & Staff Development
amcdonal@uga.edu

In my role as Senior Coordinator of Assessment & Staff Development, I have responsibility for working with the Assessment Team, staff training and development, program reviews and strategic planning. I earned a B. A. in Human Services from Tift College of Mercer University in 1987 and a M. Ed. from The University of Georgia in 1989. In June 2011, I moved back home to Georgia after living in Tennessee and South Carolina for a number of years. I am delighted to return to student affairs work after working for several years at a free medical clinic.

I enjoy involvement with my daughters’ activities which include marching band, theatre and cross country. I also enjoy church activities and community service.

Amanda Patterson
Assistant to the Vice President for Risk Managament,
amandabp@uga.edu

As the Assistant to the Vice President for Risk Management, I work closely with the Vice President and serve as a member of the leadership team for the Division.  I provide advice and guidance on a number of business matters within the Division, act as a communications liaison to the Office of Legal Affairs and the Equal Opportunity Office, and serve as a member on various campus-wide committees. 

I received a B.S. and a M.S. in Accounting from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  After working as a C.P.A. in Atlanta for two years, I attended The University of Georgia School of Law, where I received my Juris Doctor.  Prior to working in the OVPSA, I worked as a law clerk for a federal district judge in Chattanooga, Tennessee and as an Assistant Director for Legal Affairs in the UGA Office of Legal Affairs.

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Darren Pierre
Doctoral Intern
depierre@uga.edu

I am Darren Pierre and I serve as a Doctoral Intern in Student Affairs Assessment and Staff Development in the Division of Student Affairs. I received a B.S. in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from Wingate University and a M.A. in Education with an emphasis in Higher Education, Administration, Policy and Leadership from the University of Maryland-College Park. I previously served as the Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Engagement at the University of San Francisco. I am currently pursuing a PhD in College Student Affairs Administration from the University of Georgia.

Kyle Tschepikow, M.A.
Director of Student Affairs Assessment and Staff Development
Kyletsch@uga.edu

Kyle Tschepikow is the Director of Student Affairs Assessment and Staff Development in the Division of Student Affairs.  He received a B.A. in English Literature from Henderson State University in Arkansas and a M.A. in the same subject from the University of Wales, Bangor in Great Britain.  He previously served three years as the Director of Residence Life and Chief Judicial Affairs Officer at the University of Charleston in Charleston, West Virginia. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Higher Education from the Institute of Higher Education at the University of Georgia.

Christa Veal, B.A.
Administrative Specialist
christa7@uga.edu

I provide administrative, project, and executive support for Rodney Bennett, Vice President for Student Affairs, and Tom Burke, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs. I also supervise our office’s reception staff, oversee daily office operations, and coordinate several division-wide initiatives and publications.

I graduated from UGA with a B.A. in Speech Communication and Sociology along with a Certificate in Personal and Organizational Leadership, and I am currently enrolled in a graduate program to earn a Master of Public Administration. I fell in love with UGA’s campus, mission, and history when I first came to UGA, and I hope to remain in Athens for the foreseeable future!

I enjoy spending time with family and friends, making small home improvements, and exploring unusual places across the state of Georgia. .

Wanda Williams
Budget Analyst
wwilliam@uga.edu

As Budget Analyst, I process the non-personnel services transactions for the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. My responsibilities include accounting, budgeting, and purchasing. I assist the departments of Student Affairs with questions pertaining to the completion of forms associated with non-personnel services. I've been with the Division of Student Affairs since 1989.