STUDENT ENROLLMENT, ENGAGEMENT, AND SUCCESS

DEAN OF STUDENTS

Supporting Students. Strengthening Community.

The Dean of Students Office supports student success by fostering responsible, ethical decision-making grounded in integrity and mutual respect. The office is committed to building an inclusive campus community where all individuals feel welcomed and where diverse cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives are valued and celebrated. Through its programs and services, the Dean of Students Office also encourages students to become active, engaged citizens within the Hofstra community and beyond.

Dean of Students Mission
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Staff

Chermele Christy

Chermele Christy

Dean of Students

Sharmeen Ahmed

Dr. Sharmeen Ahmed

Associate Dean of Students

Branka Kristic

Branka Kristic

Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Parent and Family Program

Hugo Morales

Hugo Morales

Associate Director, Intercultural Engagement and Inclusion

Teresa Whitfield

Teresa A. Whitfield

Director of Community Standards

To help students reach their academic, professional, and personal goals, the Dean of Students Office directly supports the staff members who direct the following offices:

Campus Access

Campus Access and Security Systems

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Commuting

Commuting Student Services and Community Outreach

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Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation

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Residence Life

Residence Life

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OSLE

Student Leadership & Engagement

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IEI

Intercultural Engagement and Inclusion

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Interfaith Center

Interfaith Center

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Orientation

Orientation and New Student Programs

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Community Standards

Community Standards

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Contact Us

243 Mack Student Center
North Campus

516-463-6913

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Full-time Hofstra students may apply to the Student Emergency Assistance Fund for financial assistance when a personal emergency arises.

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LET’S BUILD YOUR PATH FORWARD TOGETHER

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