STUDENT AFFAIRS STAFF DIRECTORY

Biographical Info

Eric Atkinson serves as Dean of Students at the University of Georgia. He is responsible for overseeing the following departments:

• Engagement, Leadership, and Service
• Greek Life
• Student Conduct
• Student Transitions
• Student Veterans Resource Center
• Tate Student Center
• University Housing

He is also a member of the University’s Behavioral Assessment and Response Council (BARC), the Freedom of Expression Team, and co-teaches a First Year Odyssey (FYO) seminar with President Morehead.

Eric received his undergraduate degree from Troy State University 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.