Division of Student Affairs

Our greatest success comes from the success of our students.

We are a resource for all students

Student Affairs enriches the student experience outside of the classroom. Through a variety of services and programs, we provide a campus environment that promotes healthy behaviors and holistic well-being, providing an inclusive environment where our students can flourish.

 

Mission, Vision, and Values

The mission of Student Affairs is to facilitate a holistic, student-centered experience that nurtures the growth, dignity, development and talents of every student in preparation for a lifetime of learning, leadership and success.

Student Affairs will be nationally recognized for its excellence and innovation in supporting the success of students, its leadership in the profession, and as a premier destination for student affairs professionals.

 

Community

We foster caring, inclusive and celebratory communities where all students, regardless of background, identity or experiences, feel welcomed, valued and supported. We cultivate a culture of campus collaboration and responsibility built on trust, respect and open communication, supporting the tenets of the UM Creed.

Respect

We promote respect by treating members of our community with dignity. We value the contributions and perspectives of others through our behaviors and sense of shared purpose.

Excellence

We champion ethics, excellence and innovation in our daily work. We deliver programs and services with pride and distinction that enhance the student experience and reputation of the University of Mississippi. We strive to be leaders in the field of student affairs through continuously expanding our knowledge through active professional engagement and scholarship.

Empowerment

We empower students to navigate, actively participate and problem solve within the university and their communities so they can advocate for themselves and have their voices heard.

Development

We commit to the holistic development, learning and well-being of students and Student Affairs staff by cultivating a supportive environment that fosters self-reflection, self-discovery and personal development.

Looking for a specific department?

Student affairs is made up of 14 departments across campus. We are ready to help you find what you need.

Department of Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation provides outstanding services, inclusive programs, and educational opportunities to empower the University of Mississippi community in the pursuit of lifelong well-being.

Career Center

We provide students with various resources to assist you with their career planning and development needs.

Center for Student Success and First-Year Experience

The Center for Student Success and First-Year Experience promotes student success through comprehensive, multifaceted, and dynamic initiatives to ensure a quality collegiate experience for our diverse student population.

Office of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct

Our office provides a comprehensive array of approaches to support The University of Mississippi’s values of civility, respect for human dignity, and the honoring of community standards.

University Counseling Center

At the University Counseling Center (UCC), you will find a team of dedicated professionals who strive to offer the best care possible in an atmosphere of acceptance and respect.

Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life

Our office empowers fraternity and sorority members to embody the values of their respective organizations and the FSL Core Values, in congruence with The University of Mississippi.

University Health Services

Created to serve students, faculty, and staff at the University of Mississippi, University Health Services is dedicated to meeting the health care needs of our community.

UMatter: Support for Every Student

UMatter serves as the official site for finding resources and information on how to care for yourself and your peers when in distress.

Office of Student Disability Services

We lead the university in its commitment to recognize disability as a valued aspect of diversity, to embrace access as a matter of social justice, and to design more welcoming and inclusive environments.

Department of Student Housing

Incoming and current students alike will find the resources they need from the Department of Student Housing.

Luckyday Scholars Program

Luckyday Scholars are engaged in four areas of success: scholarship, community, service, and leadership. Through robust programming and with support and encouragement from Luckyday program staff and student leaders, Luckyday Scholars enjoy a wealth of opportunities to engage and grow as servant leaders.

University Police and Campus Safety

We create a safe and supportive campus environment that assists the university in fulfilling its broader mission, while aiding in the personal and professional development of the members of the campus community.

William Magee Center

The William Magee Center for AOD and Wellness Education is dedicated to transforming students’ lives by providing education, intervention, and support services to enhance well-being and foster success at the University of Mississippi.

The Ole Miss Student Union

The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union serves as the center of student life on campus while striving to support the educational mission of the university by enhancing the collegiate experience with quality programs, facilities, and services through an inclusive environment.

Leadership Team

Charlotte Pegues

Charlotte Pegues

  • Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Assistant Professor of Leadership and Counselor Education
Natasha Jeter

Natasha Jeter

  • Assistant Vice Chancellor for Wellness and Student Success and Instructional Assistant Professor of Public Health
Brent Marsh

Brent Marsh

  • Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students
John Yaun

John Yaun

  • Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Director of Student Housing

Organizational Structure

Organizational Structure for the Division of Student Affairs

  • Dr. Charlotte Pegues – Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
    • Dr. Natasha Jeter – Assistant Vice Chancellor for Wellness and Student Success
    • Dr. Brent Marsh – Assistant Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students
    • Dr. John Yaun – Assistant Vice Chancellor and Director of Student Housing
    • Mr. Daniel Sanford – Chief of Police University Police Department
    • Ms. Brenda Sissoko – Executive Assistant
    • Mr. Brett Barefoot – Development Officer
  • Dr. Brent Marsh- Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs & Dean of Students
    • Mr. Tracy Murry – Director of Conflict Resolution & Student Conduct
    • Ms. Kate Forster – Director of UMatter and Student Advocacy
    • Ms. Jess Turuc – Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life
    • Mr. Bradley Baker – Director of the Ole Miss Student Union
    • Ms. Tosh Pierce – Administrative Coordinator I
  • Dr. Natasha Jeter- Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Wellness & Student Success
    • Dr. Peter Tulchinsky – Director of Campus Recreation
    • Dr. Juawice McCormick – Director of Counseling Center
    • Dr. Kyle Ellis – Director of the Center for Student Success and FYE
    • Ms. Stacey Reycraft – Director of Student Disability Services
    • Dr. Toni Avant – Director of Career Center
    • Mr. Alex Langhart – Director of University Health Services
    • Dr. Hannah Allen – Executive Director for William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing
    • Dr. Nicholas McAfee – Director of William Magee Center for AOD Wellness Education
    • Ms. Tosh Pierce – Administrative Coordinator I
  • Dr. John Yaun – Assistant Vice Chancellor and Director of Student Housing
    • Dr. Chelsea Bennett – Director of Luckyday

Helpful Links

UMatter

M-Book

UMSafe

Give to Student Affairs

Your gift helps to support a range of student services across the Division of Student Affairs.

Student Development Grant

The Student Development Grant fund was created to offer a central source of funding for student activities. The primary purpose of this grant is to foster student development by providing supplemental support for presentations at conferences or other special events that offer opportunities for students to expand their educational and professional development.

Completed applications should be submitted to the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (Lyceum 233) a minimum of 45 days prior to the date of the conference. Please, direct questions about the application to (662) 915-7705.

Click the below link to access the application:

Student Development Grant Application