STUDENT AFFAIRS STAFF DIRECTORY

306 Memorial Hall
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602
(706) 542-3564

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Matthew Waller

Chief of Staff
350B Memorial Hall Athens GA 30602 Work Phone: 706-542-1665
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Biographical Info

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.

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