Division of Student Affairs

Vision Statement

To create a culture of student-focused customer service across the division, in order to enhance the student experience and support the strategic goals of the college.

About Us

The Division of Student Affairs is involved in all aspects of a student’s life including recruitment, admissions, registration, records, advisement, financial aid, testing services, veteran services, student activities, community resources, wellness, career and social development.

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs at Rio Salado College oversees all student support services and student affairs programming and initiatives for the Rio Salado College community.

Specifically, the duties of the Vice President of Student Affairs include working collaboratively with college partners, community stakeholders and members of the senior executive team in the leadership, planning, budget management and development of a comprehensive student affairs program.

The office also serves as a general point of contact for students and their families regarding student life and supporting successful outcomes.

Departments

• Academic Advisement
• Admissions, Registration and Records
• Conduct and Community Standards
• Financial Aid
• Graduation/Commencement
• International Education
• Military and Veteran Services
• Student Life and Leadership
• Testing and Assessment

Leadership

• Sarah Vandermark, VP, Student Affairs
• David Hall, Director, Academic Advisement
• Dee Dee Tapson, Manager, Student Affairs
• Diana Pinon, Director, Testing and Assessment
• Henry Smith, Title V Program Manager
• Kathleen Lüppker, International Education
• Kate Packer, Director of Student Life and Leadership
• Laurel Redman, Director, Admissions, Registration and Records
• Melanie James, Manager of Military and Veteran Services
• Mike Ross, Supervisor Student Affairs
• O. Tafari Osayande, Associate Dean, Community Standards
• Patti Curtis, Dean, Student Affairs

• Rachelle Clarke, Dean, Student Affairs