Dean of Students | Mission Statement

Guided by the values of integrity, respect, and citizenship the Office of the Dean of Students encourages the members of the campus community to visit the office to consult with the staff regarding matters concerned with student life at East Carolina University.

Our Mission

The mission of the Office is to advance the University’s mission by facilitating students’ knowledge, understanding, and utilization of University systems and resources, working collaboratively to enhance the enrichment of the overall student experience throughout the learning continuum. Work is accomplished through strategic alignment, both internally and in concert with other University departments. Our efforts affirm the value and contributions of each individual and we harbor democracy, civility, trust, and diversity as paramount to our work to effect positive change.

Our Purpose

The Dean of Students staff serves as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators to help solve problems, assist with individual or group crisis management, navigate various campus procedures, and serve as an advocate for students when needed. By connecting with other university departments, the office responds to student's needs by identifying the appropriate resources available.

Our Partners

In an effort to meet the individual needs of our students, the Center for Counseling and Student Development, the Center for Off-Campus and Community Living, the Department for Disability Support Services, the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, and the Student Health Center join the Dean of Students to make available comprehensive student services that focus on personal development. These departments work in partnership with the Dean of Students by responding pro-actively to wellness, crisis, safety, and access matters. Collectively, we are committed to helping every member of our community succeed.

Our Creed

The East Carolina Creed

In the pursuit of educational excellence, responsible stewardship, and intellectual freedom, the community of scholars at East Carolina University is committed to learning at the highest level. Founded in the tradition of service and leadership, members of our academic society exemplify high standards of professional and personal conduct at all times.

As an East Carolinian…

I will carry out personal and academic integrity.

I will respect and appreciate the diversity of our people, ideas, and opinions.

I will be thoughtful and responsible in my words and actions.

I will engage in purposeful citizenship by serving as a positive role model.

Adherence to these moral principles is the obligation of every East Carolinian on and off campus. In doing so, our individual freedom to learn and a pledge to serve will be preserved.

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