About the Office of the Dean of Students
The Office of the Dean of Students supports student learning and interpersonal growth that creates engaged citizen leaders. On the second floor of Peabody Hall, students will find a team that is available to assist students in navigating and developing a unique student experience, grounded in the history and traditions of one of the finest higher education institutions in the world.
The Office of the Dean of Students is part of the
Office of the Vice President and Chief Student Affairs Officer.
Contact
Peabody Hall / Second Floor
Tel: 434.924.7133 · Fax: 434.924.3889 · Directions to Peabody Hall.
The University of Virginia's Commitment to Diversity
Diversity stands with ethics, integrity, and academic excellence, as a cornerstone of University culture. The University promotes an inclusive and welcoming environment that embraces the full spectrum of human attributes, perspectives, and disciplines. When people of different backgrounds come together, they exchange ideas, question assumptions (including their own), and broaden the horizons for us all. A University of Virginia community rich in diversity affords every member equal respect – and provides a forum for understanding our differences as well as our commonalities.
In addition to programs, services, and support offered directly through Peabody Hall, the Dean of Students is responsible for oversight of the following units:
Fraternity and Sorority Life
Fraternity and Sorority Life works closely with the four Greek councils, the Inter-fraternity Council (IFC), the Inter-sorority Council (ISC), the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) and the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), at the University of Virginia. Approximately 30 percent of undergraduate students belong to a fraternal organization.
Newcomb (Student Center)
There's something for everyone at Newcomb. If you're planning an event, need a bite to eat, or just seeking a quiet corner to relax, you have come to the right place. Newcomb also serves as the gateway to a variety of opportunities for involvement at the University. The offices of the Student Council, University Programs Council, and the Cavalier Daily call Newcomb home. If you're interested in any of the many student organizations at the University, drop by Newcomb and the staff will help you get connected.
Orientation and New Student Programs
Orientation and New Student Programs assist first year and transfer students in making a successful academic, intellectual and social transition to the University. The office coordinates new student orientation programs during the summer and fall, as well as, Family Weekend. The office also sponsors a variety of programs and initiatives designed to strengthen students' connection to the University, including the First Year Seminar.
Residence Life
The Residence Life Program generates and maintains an environment in University Housing that facilitates the physical well being of students and emphasizes opportunities for personal and intellectual growth, self-governance, social and cultural programming, independence and informal interaction with faculty members. The Residence Life Program is a model of student, faculty, and staff cooperation and collaboration.
Student Activities
Student Activities is a center of activity and community on Grounds. Within the philosophy of student self-governance, where students learn by participating and leading, our mission is to promote learning and community engagement through student involvement.