Our Purpose Statement

The Division Of Student Affairs transforms the student experience by instilling a sense of belonging and preparing students for lifelong success. 

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Values

KSU鈥檚 strategic plan provides an opportunity to connect the university鈥檚 newly articulated mission with a future-oriented vision communicating the values:

  • Respect
  • Integrity
  • Collaboration
  • Inclusivity
  • Accountability

These values guide our strategic decision making at the highest levels of the university, and they are also central in the day-to-day operations of KSU; they provide a common language and purpose and unite us in our aspirations for how we learn and work together as a KSU community.

Office of the Vice President

Dr. Eric Arneson

Vice President for Student Affairs

As the Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA), Dr. Arneson provides leadership and direction for much of the co-curricular student experience at 黑料网. He serves as the chief student advocate and expert on campus and provides direct counsel to President Kathy Schwaig and other key leaders in championing student success. Dr. Arneson will foster student engagement and success by oversight of divisional departments; Dean of Students, Cultural and Community Centers, Counseling and Psychological Services, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Student-Athlete Support Services, Sports and Recreation, CARE Services, Center for Young Adult Addiction and Recovery, Military and Veteran Services, Parent and Family Programs, Student Leadership and Services, among other areas all dedicated to creating engaging, inclusive, and supportive communities for our students.

Dr. Arneson joins KSU after serving as the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Campus Climate at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. He previously worked in high level Student Affairs positions at Florida International University, University of Miami, University of Illinois and others. He has been very involved in professional associations in leadership positions and has facilitated workshops and trainings nationally on Student Affairs related topics such as leadership development, communication, creating inclusive communities, and navigating career progression. He is recognized as an expert in Student Affairs and student engagement.

Dr. Arneson holds a doctorate in Higher Education from Florida International University, a Masters of Arts in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse. 
 
 
 

Dr. Eric Arneson