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Vice President for Student Affairs
Associate Vice President
Associate Vice President
Associate Vice President
Systems Administrator Specialist
200 Tate Student Center
Associate Director for Finance and Human Resources
350F Memorial Hall
Student Affairs Staff Development Lead
IT Professional Associate
200 Tate Student Center
Assistant Director of Development
240 Memorial Hall
Administrative Associate
Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs - Learning Strategy
Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs - Communications and Digital Engagement
Systems Administrator Associate
200 Tate Student Center
Business Manager III
350C Memorial Hall
Senior Director of Development
Student Affairs Information Technology Lead
200 Tate Student Center
IT Professional Specialist
200 Tate Student Center
Student Affairs Digital Engagement Lead
Administrative Specialist
306 Memorial Hall
Development Associate
236 Memorial Hall
Student Assistant
306 Memorial Hall
Student Assistant
306 Memorial Hall
Student Assistant
306 Memorial Hall
Student Assistant
306 Memorial Hall
Student Assistant
306 Memorial Hall
Communications Intern - Student Affairs Videography
306 Memorial Hall
As Student Affairs Staff Development Lead, James coordinates division-wide staff development initiatives. He is responsible for department workshops, coordinating the Engage! Conference, New Staff Orientation, and other opportunities that arise through staff feedback and assessment.
James received his M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina and his Bachelor of Arts in Athletic Training from the University of North Carolina - Wilmington. Prior to joining Learning & Strategic Initiatives, he worked in Fraternity and Sorority Life as the IFC, NPHC, and Panhellenic advisor throughout his tenure as the Assistant Director of Greek Life at Vanderbilt University. Outside of the office, James spends his time as a volunteer lacrosse coach, practicing photography, and taking his corgi Pancake on adventures.
Dr. Michele Howard serves as an associate vice president for Student Affairs where she oversees the Center for Leadership and Service, International Student Life, the LGBT Resource Center, and Multicultural Services and Programs. She also serves as the co-chair for the Council on the First Year Experience and coordinates the Minor in College Student Affairs Administration for Student Affairs.
Michele earned her Bachelor of Science in mathematics education and Master of Education in student personnel services from the University of South Carolina and her Doctor of Education in leadership studies in higher education from the University of Tennessee. She joined the UGA Student Affairs team in May 2016.
Kara leads Student Affairs' Essential Skills and Experiential Learning initiative, serves on the leadership team for the Division of Student Affairs and reports directly to the Student Affairs Chief of Staff.
Kara completed both her B.S. and M.Ed. degrees at the University of Minnesota, and earned a Ph.D. in College Student Affairs Administration from the University of Georgia. She began her career in student affairs at the University of Minnesota. She has worked in UGA Student Affairs since 2009.
Student Affairs is comprised of 18 departments that provide incredible programs, services and scholarships to our diverse student population. Many of our initiatives are made possible by the generous gifts from alumni, foundations and friends of the university. As the senior director of development, I serve as the chief fundraising officer for the vice president and our department directors and colleagues, and I partner with them to ensure their priorities are financially solvent through private and annual giving.
I graduated from the university in 1999 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and History, and I proudly proclaim myself a product of the programs and services supported by Student Affairs. Without them, I would not have been prepared to achieve post-graduate success. I am honored and tremendously excited to be back at my beloved Alma Mater, and look forward to establishing many new relationships with folks who share my enthusiasm and appreciation for Student Affairs!
Jennifer works in the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs providing administrative support for the office as a whole. She handles the staff development email and schedules meetings with and for office staff, all while making a mean pot of coffee. She also assists in planning staff development events for the Division.
Jennifer received a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Culture with a concentration in Classical Archaeology from the University of Georgia in 2007. She worked for UGA's Campus Transit for seven years during and after college, before starting work with Student Affairs in February 2012. Outside of the office, she volunteers as the Operations Manager for UGA Hockey, and likes to spend her free time with her husband, friends, and cats.
As the Associate Vice President for Finance and Risk Management, I work closely with the Vice President and serve as a member of the leadership team for the Division. I am the chief fiscal officer and risk advisor for the Division of Student Affairs. My stewardship responsibilities include fiscal and compliance matters, including financial accounting and reporting; HR/personnel actions; EO compliance; payroll; financial management systems; and fund management (state appropriated, auxiliary operations, student activity fee accounts and UGA Foundation funds). Additionally, I serve on several campus-wide committees: Student Technology Fee Committee, All- Campus Student Fee Allocations, and Major Repair and Rehabilitation (MRR). I also serve as the Division’s Return to Work Coordinator.
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.
Eric Atkinson serves as Associate Vice President for Student Affairs at the University of Georgia. He is responsible for overseeing the departments of Greek Life, Recreational Sports, and Student Conduct, and he supervises the assistant to the vice president for communications and digital engagement. He is also a member of the University’s Behavioral Assessment and Response Council (BARC) and co-teaches a First Year Odyssey (FYO) seminar with President Morehead.
Eric received his undergraduate degree from Troy State University in Alabama and earned M.Ed. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Georgia. He has worked in UGA’s Division of Student Affairs since 1999.
Matthew E. Waller is Chief of Staff for UGA Student Affairs. Matthew’s professional background spans more than two decades in higher education and strategic communications. Prior to UGA, Matthew served in senior leadership roles in campus life at the University of Chicago and the University of Pennsylvania.
At UGA, Matthew serves as a primary and confidential advisor to the Vice President, providing the VP and other senior leaders with research, analysis, advice, and recommendations on the full range of issues facing students and Student Affairs. On behalf of the VP, he oversees student learning strategy, academic collaborations, strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, accreditation and institutional reporting, and staff development, and supports executive communications for Student Affairs and its 17 departments. Matthew also manages the Office of the Vice President and office support staff.
Matthew holds a master’s in Television-Radio-Film from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University and a bachelor’s in English from Vanderbilt University. He has also enjoyed success as a film and video producer, garnering wide recognition, including two regional Emmy awards. He lives in Athens with his wife, Jill, and son, Keats. Matthew joined UGA Student Affairs in this role in 2013.
As assistant to the vice president for student affairs - communications and digital engagement, Stan represents and promotes the Division of Student Affairs by increasing its visibility, creating a consistent brand for the Division, provides new and enhanced digital service and content delivery to students, and supports the institution’s mission, vision, and goals. The position also leads, consults, and advises collaborative division teams in the areas of communications, digital engagement, data, and information technology to bring together information, leverage technologies, and create a cohesive and creative approach to engaging and serving students digitally.
He is a member of the vice president’s office staff, serves on the leadership team for the division, and is a member of the University's Core Strategic Communications group. In addition, he provides staff support for various initiatives and division-wide projects, and has served on several campus-wide program design and strategy committees.
Stan's professional background includes more than 10 years in higher education communications, including serving on the staffs of the UGA Alumni Association, UGA’s Department of Financial Services and the UGA Griffin Campus. Previous to his work in higher education, he worked for the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce, Inlingua International and the Verona International Program.
Stan has previously served on the 1919 Society of the Piedmont Athens Regional Health System, as well as the boards of Hands On Northeast Georgia and the Georgia Children’s Chorus. He is a graduate of the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Oconee program and a member of the Leadership Georgia Class of 2020. He is also an active member of Athens First United Methodist Church.
Stan holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Administration with a specialization in higher education administration, both from the University of Georgia. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in higher education from UGA's Institute of Higher Education. He and his wife, Angel, live in Watkinsville with their son, Conner, and daughter, Laura Claire. He has been a member of the Student Affairs team since 2013.
Victor K. Wilson is Vice President for Student Affairs at the University of Georgia. In more than three decades of experience in higher education administration and student affairs, he has served as a strong advocate for students and student development, particularly the inclusion and success of students from historically underrepresented groups.
Wilson has authored numerous scholarly articles and given presentations on issues of race, ethics, crisis management, and staff development in higher education. He has held leadership roles in several national organizations, including the National Orientation Directors Association (NODA) and the American College Personnel Association (ACPA). He also serves on the National Board of Directors for Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity.
At UGA, Wilson oversees a Student Affairs division of 18 departments and 600 staff members dedicated to enrich student learning and support student development and growth. Wilson received both his bachelor’s degree in Social Work and master’s degree in Education from the University of Georgia.
Wilson is a proud single father. His son, Hunter, is a graduate of Guilford College. A trained vocalist, he enjoys music of all types. He also enjoys college football, reading, and has a keen interest in U.S. presidential history.
