Welcome Message From Tracy P. Johnson, Ph.D., Vice President For Student Affairs
Hello!
I want to take a moment to welcome you to SUNY Oneonta and our close-knit Red Dragon family!
I’d also like to introduce myself and say how excited I am to be here at SUNY Oneonta. As the new Vice President for Student Affairs, I am extremely energized by our community. I am excited for the experiences you will encounter here and the unique impact each of you will have on this college.
We’ve built our reputation on a consistent, collective, conspicuous investment in students’ interests, well-being and success. SUNY Oneonta is known as a college that cares, where people are genuinely friendly and work hard to make everyone feel at home. Three core values support our mission:
- inclusivity — making sure that everyone feels welcome;
- service — committing to making a difference in the lives of others; and
- sustainability — not only financial and environmental responsibility, but a force that keeps each of us moving toward our individual calling, whatever that may be.
Your journey at SUNY Oneonta stretches far beyond the classroom. While you’re here, you’ll be exposed to new ideas and meet people with experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds that may differ from your own. I hope you embrace these opportunities and view each new engagement and conversation as a way to learn and grow.
In the Division of Student Affairs, our students are our purpose. Whether it's finding your place and space on campus, connecting with other students who share and challenge your perspectives, stretching your own understanding of yourself and your world through trainings and programs, trying out new things, caring for yourself, or gaining a better idea of what you believe and value, we are here for you.
Our expert staff are focused on your health and well-being; diversity, equity, and inclusion work; and student engagement and involvement in a multitude of ways. I encourage you to connect directly with me via email or at events on campus. I look forward to hearing from you.
In closing, know that all of us in the Division of Student Affairs believe in you and all that you can achieve. We are here for you every step of the way, walking beside you in challenging moments and celebrating your successes with you along your journey.
It is going to be a great year, I can't wait to meet you. Go Red Dragons!
Sincerely,
Tracy P. Johnson, Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
The Division of Student Affairs enhances the learning environment for students by providing a complementary co-curriculum that is both challenging and supportive. We support the mission of SUNY Oneonta by engaging students in programs and services that create transformative learning experiences in and out of the classroom, promoting an environment conducive to growth and discovery.
The Division of Student Affairs at SUNY Oneonta is committed to the success of each student and has deliberately structured co-curricular programs and services that will prepare students to be leaders in a diverse and global society. By offering a diverse variety of engaging programs, as well as over 100 student led organizations, the Division of Student Affairs is also critically focused on our student population's social and emotional wellbeing and growth.
If you have any questions regarding our program offerings, please feel free to contact the office at 607-436-2513 or via email at studentaffairs@oneonta.edu.