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2022 Blog Posts

Join a Student Affairs Staff Committee

Committee members at an event

Student Affairs at the University of Utah is a large organization with more than 400 full-time employees and more than 20 departments. Student Affairs Staff Committees offer opportunities for social connection, professional development, leadership, and more!

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New director of Fraternity and Sorority Life

Matt Phister

Matt Phister has been named director of Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) after serving as interim director since July 2022. He will oversee program development, risk management, and leadership promotion for the fraternity and sorority community.

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New Associate Dean of Student Engagement and Leadership

Erica Andersen

Erica Andersen will assume the role of Associate Dean of Student Engagement and Leadership. She will enhance student engagement and leadership efforts within Student Affairs and campus partners. Andersen, an experienced Higher Education practitioner, has a background in student leadership development and has served in various capacities across the university.

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Adapting to Student Needs Launch Party

group of six people, the Student Affairs Leadership Team, stand close to each other with a sparkly backdrop and

Thank you to everyone who attended the Adapting to Student Needs Launch Party. We hope you enjoyed spending time with colleagues, meeting new ones, and learning more about Adapting to Student Needs, the strategic plan for Student Affairs at the University of Utah.

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New director of Student Affairs Assessment & Analytics

Jake Lemon

Jake Lemon will continue as the director of Assessment & Analytics (A&A) for Student Affairs after serving as interim director for 10 months. His role involves leading the department, enhancing business decision-making capabilities through business intelligence applications, and tracking progress on the Student Affairs strategic plan. Lemon is also an adjunct professor in the Education, Leadership, and Policy program at the University of Utah.

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Last Updated: 10/3/25