The Dean of Students serves as the university's primary student advocate and assists the Senior Vice President for Student Life in the leadership of the division.
The Dean of Students manages departments that provide advocacy, support, and well-being services. The Dean also works with the Division of Student Life and the broader university community to support students in crisis, promote a culture of advocacy and helping behaviors, encourage students to engage in responsible citizenship and take responsibility for their actions, and engage in community partnership to enhance resources and support for students of Kent State.
Dear Members of the Kent State Community:
It is such an honor to serve as the Associate Vice President for Student Life and the Dean of Students here at Kent State University. Our efforts in the Office of the Dean of Students support the co-curricular experience and enrich opportunities for student success. We advocate for students, and in supporting our students we also serve as a resource for parents, faculty, staff, and the larger Kent community. Our top priority is our students and we encourage them to take full advantage of the opportunities offered here at Kent State.
I have had the pleasure of being a part of the Kent State family for over 10 years and I am fortunate to continue within this role. If there is anything that my office can assist you with, please do not hesitate to reach out. Thank you and GO FLASHES!
Sincerely,
Dr. Taléa R. Drummer-Ferrell
Our Mission
The Office of the Dean of Students at Kent State University exemplifies a ‘students first’ philosophy by cultivating a co-curricular learning environment that fosters engagement, inclusion, and support. The Office of the Dean of Students coordinates services that support students in crisis, families and students when there is a student death, and supports the leadership of the Division of Student Life. The Dean of Students manages departments that provide advocacy, support, and well-being opportunities and support services.