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University of Rhode Island

Assistant Dean for Student Experience and Community Building

🇺🇸 Kingston, Rhode Island 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $80K - $90K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ September 22nd, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring an Assistant Dean for Student Experience and Community Building to lead student engagement and belonging initiatives for the College of Health Sciences. The Assistant Dean plans college-wide events, communication strategies, and community-building activities while collaborating with campus partners such as Student Affairs, New Student Transitions, and Residential Life.
Highlights:
  • Develop, implement, and assess initiatives that foster belonging, engagement, and community among students
  • Plan and execute college-wide events and programs that enhance the student experience
  • Build and maintain partnerships with Student Affairs, Residential Life, and the Fannon Institute for Student Success
  • Lead and oversee development of peer mentoring and student ambassador programs for the college
  • Collaborate with student organizations and leaders to support involvement and leadership development
  • Identify barriers to student retention and implement proactive, student-centered solutions
  • Serve on the University Diversity Council and share best practices across academic units
  • Master's degree and five years working with undergraduate or graduate students required