The Office of the Dean of Students is here for students from the time they arrive on campus until their graduation day. The office has many programs to help students learn outside the classroom and develop a sense of belonging to a diverse campus community. The programs bridge the academic and non-academic parts of student life. The Dean welcomes students’ ideas and concerns through phone calls and visits to her office.

Contact Val Verra,
Assistant to the Dean,
to schedule an appointment:
(202) 885-3300.

The mission of the Dean of Students Office is to support student learning through programs and services that promote growth and development, communicate the values and standards of the AU community, and advocate for students' interests.

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