Student Development
The Division of Student Development is committed to delivering a formative student experience.
We provide experiences, opportunities and support for students as they become active participants in a close-knit community; seek opportunities to deepen their understanding of themselves; engage in meaningful and sometimes challenging dialogue; and tend to their well-being and contribute to conditions that will allow themselves and others to thrive.
About the Division of Student Development
College is a time of exploration and growth, both inside and outside of the classroom. Our division consists of 10 departments that work collaboratively to deliver a holistic and formative student experience.
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Residence Life & Housing
Residence halls are more than just a space for sleep and studying; they are spaces for dialogue, memory making, and community building. A committed staff of professionals and student leaders strive to help maintain a safe place of living, strong sense of community, and an environment that supports learning.
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Student Engagement
Involvement outside of the classroom enriches students’ growth, sense of belonging and the discovery of passions and potential. The Office of Student Involvement assists students and their families with the transition to college life, while also engaging students in the development of their strengths, skills and leadership through Spirit Programs, Orientation Programs and student leadership and peer education opportunities.
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Student Support & Success
The Holy Cross Student Campus Assessment, Response & Education, or CARE, Team provides coordinated support for students in distress, addressing concerns about a student’s behavior, academic progress and personal issues, including physical and mental health. Students can also seek resources and assistance from the Office of Student Support and Success and Emergency Funding.
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Student Integrity & Community Standards
The Office of Student Integrity and Community Standards supports an environment conducive to academic achievement and personal growth for students. The programs offered by the office aspire to instill and promote justice, civility, self-discipline, care for self and others, ethical development, and integrity.
Campus Partners
Student Development works closely with these campus partners to care for our students, support our community and enrich the campus experience.
Divisional Leadership
The Division of Student Development consists of a dedicated staff of professionals who are committed to student formation, well-being and success. The deans and directors below lead our divisional team and offices.
Michele C. Murray, Ph.D.
(she/her/hers)
Senior Vice President for Student Development and Mission
svpsdm@holycross.edu
Phone: (508) 793-2414
Charles N. Todd, PhD
(he/his/him)
Associate Vice President for Student Development and Dean of Students
ctodd@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-2669
Michelle Bata, Ph.D
(she/her/hers)
Associate Dean for Student Engagement
mbata@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-2432
Neal E. Lipsitz, Ph.D.
(he/his/him)
Associate Dean for Student Wellbeing and Director of Student Accessibility Services
nlipsitz@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-3693
Cathleen Doane Cannon
(she/her/hers)
Special Assistant to the Senior Vice President for Student Development/Director of Parent and Family Engagement
cdoane@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-3344
Kelsey DeVoe, FNP-C
(she/her/hers)
Director, Health Services
Email: krdevoe@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-2276
Liz Drexler-Hines
(she/her/hers)
Director, Student Wellness Education
edrexler@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-2302
Paul Galvinhill, Ph.D.
(he/him/his)
Director, Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)
pgalvinh@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-3363
Brenda Hounsell Sullivan
(she/her/hers)
Assistant Dean/Director, Student Involvement
bhounsel@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-3487
Robin Huntley
(she/her/hers)
Director of Student Support and Success
rhuntley@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-3638
Antonio Willis-Berry
(he/him/his)
Director, Residence Life and Housing
awillis@holycross.edu
Phone: 508-793-2411
Contact Us
Division of Student Development
Location
Hogan Campus Center, Room 109