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About the Division of Student Life

The Division of Student Life advances Miami University's educational mission by creating opportunities for students to learn, lead, connect, and thrive outside the classroom. Through 14 departments and hundreds of programs, services, and experiences, we support students' academic success, well-being, leadership development, sense of belonging, and personal growth throughout their Miami journey.

Our Impact

Our Why

Mission Statement

The Division of Student Life, in support of Miami's educational mission, engages students to achieve the maximum benefit from their Miami experience in preparation for life and leadership in a diverse, global world. Working together with campus and community partners, Student Life creates transformational opportunities, inclusive environments, and meaningful connections to ensure that students will learn, grow, and succeed. The Division builds safe, healthy, lively, and respectful communities that inspire students to dream big, act boldly, and thrive.

Vision Statement

The Division of Student Life at Miami University aspires to be leaders and innovators within the university community and in the field of student affairs in creating the best student experience.

Our How: Our Strategic Commitments

To help us support and advance the mission and goals of the university, we have developed a set of priorities to guide our daily work.

Community and belonging

Every student will feel a sense of belonging at Miami and will create meaningful connections in the Miami and Oxford communities.

Student transitions

Students will successfully navigate the social and academic transitions into Miami and become independent and engaged members of the local community and beyond.

Academic support

Students will access the support and resources they need in order to focus and succeed in their pursuit of academic excellence.

Health and wellness

Students will make decisions and seek out resources to optimize their holistic health and well-being, developing lifelong self-care, and self-advocacy strategies.

Engagement and leadership

Students will pursue campus opportunities to extend their learning environment, build the skills and capacity to be leaders, and graduate from Miami career ready.

Student Life at a Glance

14

departments

160+

full-time staff

600+

student employees

Student Life Leadership Team

Jayne Brownell, Ed.D.

Senior Vice President for Student Life

Jayne Brownell

Jayne represents the division on the President's Executive Cabinet and the interests of Miami students at the executive level. 

The VP oversees the Division of Student Life with direct reports from:

  • Associate VP / Dean of Students
  • Assistant VPs / Student Life
  • Advancement
  • Budget and Technology
  • Miami Tribe Relations

(Regional Campus) Peter Haverkos, Ed.D.

Senior Assistant Dean for Student and Academic Success

Pete Haverkos

The Regional Senior Assistant Dean of Student and Academic Success at Hamilton and Middletown provides oversight and direction regional offices/departments related to student affairs, athletics, and academic assistance.

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The Division of Student Life creates transformational opportunities, inclusive environments, and meaningful connections that maximize student growth, learning, and success.