Office of the Dean of Students
Location: Union 270 | Phone: (801) 581-7066
Jason Ramirez
Associate Vice President
Dean of Students
Jason is a member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team and provides supervisory oversight to the departments of Student Support & Accountability, Student Athlete Advocate, Student Leadership & Involvement, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Bennion Service Center, and the Office for Inclusive Excellence. He also serves on various University committees and serves as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator.
Ken Stonebrook
ASSOCIATE Dean of STudents
The Associate Dean is responsible for managing all aspects of student accountability in accordance with the Student Code of Rights & Responsibilities and providing leadership, training, support and guidance to members of the campus community in addressing student misconduct and/or assisting students affected by another’s behavior. The associate dean serves both as a Conduct Hearing Officer and as an OEO/Title IX Liaison.
Melanie Lee
Director, Student Support & Student Accountability
Melanie supervises and directs the student accountability and student support teams. She also provides leadership, training, support and guidance to members of the campus community in addressing student misconduct and/or assisting students affected by another’s behavior.
Leila S. Ames
Associate Director, Student Development & Education
Student-Athlete Advocate
Leila’s primary role as Student-Athlete Advocate is to support the wellbeing and safety of student-athletes by providing neutral, private and informal assistance to student-athletes at the University of Utah. The SAA is a resource for information and referrals and assists in the resolution of concerns by connecting student-athletes with appropriate existing adjudication processes. She assists the Athletics Department with the development, delivery, and needs assessment of the Student-Athlete Health, Safety and Wellbeing Program.
April Pavelka
Associate Director, Student Accountability
April administers and implements the Student Code of Conduct by ensuring due process and fairness for all parties, monitoring the completion of educational and judicial sanctions, and serving as a Conduct Hearing Officer for various level cases. She also counsel students (both responding students and complainants) regarding their rights and responsibilities for the safety of the campus community.
Shelby Hearn
ASSOCIATE Director, Student Support
Behavioral Intervention Team Chair
Shelby is responsible for the assessment of students who have been observed exhibiting concerning behaviors and the coordination and training of the University’s Behavioral Intervention Team. They also support students who are seeking assistance with navigating University processes and policies and or academic adjustments due to extenuating personal circumstances and/or Title IX-related issues.
Kim Clarken
Executive Assistant
Kim assists direct callers and visitors with resources within our department and across campus, and assists with making appointments. Additionally, she completes dean's certification forms (background checks) for students applying to graduate and professional programs.
Jose Diaz
Student Affairs Campus & Site Services Manager:
Jose provides logistical oversite for on-campus student affairs help desk functions and operations at our new SLCC/U of U Herriman Campus. He provides a wide range of student support services, liaising different offices within the Division of Student Affairs to assist in the following areas: student support and accountability, campus and public safety, University Counseling, accommodations and assistive technology services (through the Center for Disability & Access), and providing students to access to basic needs/resources. Jose collaborates with the Engage U Manager, Herriman Director, the SLCC/U of U Herriman Partnership Coordinator, and a few other campus partners and stakeholders to create a sense of belonging and a culture of exceptional care.
Allie Menzdorf
Case manager, Student accountability
Allie assists in the administration and implementation the Student Code of Conduct by ensuring due process and fairness for all parties, monitoring the completion of educational and judicial sanctions, and serving as a Conduct Hearing Officer. She also counsels students (both responding students and complainants) regarding their rights and responsibilities for the safety of the campus community.
Libna Noor
Case manager, Student support
Libna works with individuals to provide emotional support, advocacy, and to identify immediate needs, making appropriate referrals to campus and community resources. She seeks to proactively help students navigate various roadblocks they may encounter on their path to graduation. She works to support the safety and wellbeing of the campus community by gathering information and reaching out to students, staff, and faculty. She provides assistance to students who may be in distress or managing extenuating circumstances by developing goals that include collaborative efforts with our campus partners and community resources as well as providing guidance on various University processes and policies.
Jake Smith
Student Affairs Campus & Site Services Manager
Jake provides logistical oversite for on-campus student affairs help desk functions and operations at our new SLCC/U of U Herriman Campus. He provides a wide range of student support services, liaising different offices within the Division of Student Affairs to assist in the following areas: student support and accountability, campus and public safety, University Counseling, accommodations and assistive technology services (through the Center for Disability & Access), and providing students to access to basic needs/resources. Jose collaborates with the Engage U Manager, Herriman Director, the SLCC/U of U Herriman Partnership Coordinator, and a few other campus partners and stakeholders to create a sense of belonging and a culture of exceptional care.
Chandler Whitlock
CASE MANAGER, STUDENT SUPPORT
Chandler works with individuals to provide emotional support, advocacy, and to identify immediate needs, making appropriate referrals to campus and community resources. He seeks to proactively help students navigate various roadblocks they may encounter on their path to graduation. He works to support the safety and wellbeing of the campus community by gathering information and reaching out to students, staff, and faculty. He provides assistance to students who may be in distress or managing extenuating circumstances by developing goals that include collaborative efforts with our campus partners and community resources as well as providing guidance on various University processes and policies.
Richelle D. Warr
Business systems analyst, sr.
Richelle supports the accountability, support, and advocacy work of the office through ensuring case comply with relevant policies and legislation. She maintains technology resources that buttress the student-focused work conducted by the Office of the Dean of Students. Richelle also provides support for efforts to continually evaluate and improve the services we provide to the campus community.
Emma Do
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Emma Do is a sophomore studying Graphic Design. She offers front line office support by answering incoming calls and assisting customers entering the suite, and assesses who would be the person most likely to help the caller/visitor.
Sione Fotu
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Sione is a freshman studying Engineering/Pre Computer Science. He offers front line support by answering incoming calls and assisting customers entering the suite, and assesses who would be the person most likely to help the caller/visitor.
Ekhu Moo
Office Assistant
Ehku is a sophomore studying Psychology and business. She offers front line office support by answering incoming calls and assisting customers entering the suite, and assesses who would be the person most likely to help the caller/visitor.
Student Engagement
Erica Andersen
ASSOCIATE DEAN OF STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Erica serves as the Associate Dean of Student Engagement. She supervises the Bennion Center, Fraternity & Sorority Life, and Student Leadership & Involvement.
Bennion Service Center
Location: Union 101 | Phone: (801) 581-4811
BobbiJo Kanter
Director
BobbiJo Kanter joined the Bennion Center in 2016 following a 13-year career with Special Olympics programs. She is excited about connecting students with community experiences to create inclusive, engaging, and meaningful opportunities. While not working, BobbiJo can usually be found in the great outdoors with her wife and giant dogs.
Fraternity & Sorority Life
Location: Union 228 | Phone: (801) 581-8061
Matthew Phister
DIRECTOR
Matthew provides supervision and support to the fraternity and sorority community including the areas of program development, recruitment, risk management, and student leadership.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT
Location: Union 248 | Phone: (801) 581-7526
Sierra Canela
DIRECTOR
Sierra serves as the Director of Student Leadership & Involvement. She supervises seven professional staff members, advises student leaders, coordinates the Leadership Studies Minor, and facilitates leadership development opportunities for students and engagement with student organizations and the campus community.