About the Dean of Students Office

Mission

Students are the heart of Ohio University. In the Office of the Dean of Students, we advocate for students, coordinate response to student crisis, and provide outreach and engagement to parents and families. We advance the university mission of supporting the intellectual and personal development of our students through ongoing advocacy and care.

Staff

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(she/her/hers) Associate Vice President & Dean of Students
Dean of Students
345 Baker University Center
Kim Rouse
Associate Dean of Students
Dean of Students
Survivor Advocacy
345 Baker Center
Mak Olaker
(she/her/hers) Assistant Dean of Students & Director of New Student and Family Programs
Dean of Students
New Student and Family Programs
345 Baker University Center
Merilee Meyer
Assistant Dean of Students
Dean of Students
Cody
Student Care & Support Manager
Dean of Students
Baker 345
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Basic Needs Program Manager
Dean of Students
354 Baker University Center
Jordan
Executive Assistant
Dean of Students
Baker 345