The Division of Student Life staff and student leaders collaborate to foster an engaged community dedicated to student development, where living honorably is our long-standing tradition.

Dean of Students

Nicky Campbell, Vice President of Student Life & Dean of Students

Known for her many contributions to the University of the South, Campbell has served in various roles during her 16-year career in higher education. At Sewanee she has held the positions of assistant director of admissions, director of residential life and of community development, assistant vice president of government and strategic partnerships, and recently as chief of staff/special assistant to the Vice-Chancellor and President for Administration and Community Relations. She co-created the University’s Intergroup Dialogue Course, Philanthropy Course, and 213-A Leaders Program.

Associate Dean of Students (Vacant)

The associate dean works with Community Standards, Greek Life, and Student Involvement. 

Contact the dean about:

  • CARE Team
  • Student Life Collaborations

Carolyn Evans, Office and Communications Manager

Carolyn Evans brings over a decade of experience in administrative support and communications. She has worked in a variety of professional settings—including real estate and corporate administration—developing expertise in operations coordination, records management, and delivering exceptional service to colleagues and clients alike. Before coming to Sewanee, Carolyn served in administrative roles with Siemens Energy, ReMax Realty South, and within the University’s own Residential Life office, where she contributed to student support and streamlined office operations. Her background reflects a strong commitment to effective communication and cultivating welcoming, efficient environments.

Contact Carolyn about:

  • Dean of Students Inquiries
  • General Questions

Community Standards

Taja Davidson, Director

Contact Taja about: 

  • Community Hearing Board
  • Student Conduct Board
  • Policy violations & questions

 

 

Greek Life

Director of Greek Life (vacant)

The director of Greek Life position is currently unfilled. In the interim, contact the Greek Life Office for questions about:

  • Fraternities & sororities
  • Hazing Prevention
  • Health and safety

Residential Life

Alicia Cooper, Assistant Dean for Residential Life

Contact Alicia about:

  • Housing Policies
  • Academic Partnerships
  • Collaborative Programming

Becca Yates, Interim Operations Coordinator & Administrative Assistant

Contact Becca about:

  • General Residential Life Information
  • Housing Selection

Nicolas Savage, Area Coordinator

Contact Nic about:

  • Theme Houses 
  • Proctor Development and Appreciation 

Allie Maynard, Area Coordinator

Contact Allie about:

  • Greek Housing
  • Residential Life Technology and Social Media

Student Accessibility Services

Diane Dekker, Associate Director

Contact the Diane about:

  • Education to Enhance Student Accessibility
  • Student Accommodations for Housing, Dining, and Academics
  • Peer Academic Coaching

 

 

Student Involvement

Carter Brown, Assistant Director of Student Involvement

Contact Carter about:

  • Student Organizations
  • Engage
  • SGA

Sewanee Outing Program

John Benson, Director

Contact John about:

  • PRE Orientation
  • Student Trips
  • Trail maps & information

Julia Nelson, Assistant Director

Contact Julia about:

  • SOP Trips
  • Gear Check-Out
  • Trip Ideas