Vice President for Student Life
Welcome from the Offices of the Vice President for Student Life & the Dean of Students!
The Vice President oversees the vibrant departments of the Student Life Division. Student Life intersects at multiple points of a student's journey at Saint Mary's. With areas that promote students' living experiences, wellness, and engagement, Student Life accompanies students on their academic and co-curricular journey at Saint Mary's. The Division of Student Life creates a sense of belonging, offers participatory opportunities, and encourages students to contribute back their talents. Departments within Student Life include Campus Assault, Response, and Education (CARE), Campus Housing, Campus Recreation & Club Sports, the Career Center, Center for Women & Gender Equity, Counseling and Psychological Services, the Dean of Students & Community Life Office, Intercultural Center, New Student & Family Programs, Campus Safety & Transportation, Residential Experience, Student Disabilities Services, Veterans Services, Student Activities and Engagement, and the Student Health Center.
The Office of the Dean of Students is a department within the division of Student Life and serves as a key link between students and other areas of campus life. The purpose is to support the out-of-classroom experiences of students in an effort to develop independent, civic-minded, and responsible adults. The Dean of Students staff coordinates the College’s response to crisis situations that involve students and frequently serves as liaisons between students, faculty, and other administrators or offices in many different situations.
Annual Report
The 2022-2023 academic year was a successful year for the Division of Student Life! Learn more about the Division and its achievements in our
The Fall 2023 summary report can be found below.
Student Enhancement Fee
What does an undergraduate student's enhancement fee provide? The Student Enhancement fee is applicable to undergraduates and the funds go directly to Student Life to help subsidize important student activities such as events and concerts, cultural programs, wellness programs, and other student initiatives.
Get Connected
Get Connected by exploring the campus-wide event calendar, stopping by the Student Activities & Engagement Office (Ferroggiaro Hall) or visiting with the Residential Experience staff.
Tips for Student Success
Your success is our priority. Use this Quick Information Guide and navigate the information detailed throughout the SMC Student Life website for helpful information regarding academic resources, student engagement opportunities, and college-provided support services.
Our Community Standards
We uphold our Lasallian Core Values and align them with our community standards. If you have a concern for a student or wish to report a violation of The Student Handbook, use the links below.
- To notify college administration regarding a student of concern or to file a bias-related incident, complete and submit this reporting form.
- To report an alleged violation of The Student Handbook, complete and submit this incident referral form.
- Not sure where to report? Check out our report and support page.
Student Life Leadership
Meet the 2026-2027 Student Life Leadership Team!
Jim Sciuto, Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Life
Class of 2000, Class of 2022 (Ed.D.)
Jessica Frazier
Associate Vice President & Dean of Students
Samantha Alberto
Associate Dean for the Campus Experience
Class of 2012
Director of Counseling & Psychological Services
Director of the Intercultural Center
Megan Gallagher
Director of Campus Assault, Referral & Education (CARE) & Wellness Initiatives
Rebecca Harper
Executive Director of Campus Recreation and Club Sports
Nathan Johnson, Ed.D.
Executive Director for Campus Safety and Transportation
Travis Mason
Associate Dean of Students/Director of Community Life
Brian Middleton
Director of Housing Operations & Auxiliary Services
Onar Primitivo, Ed.D.
Director of Student Activities & Engagement
Sharon Sobotta
Director of Center for Women & Gender Equity
Vacant
Assistant Vice President for Student Support Services
Executive Director of Career Center