CSL Staff

Executive Assistant: Jon Putnam, 773.702.7770

The Dean of Students in the University serves as a strong advocate for student needs and helps to shape an appreciation for student life at the University by forging tighter links of collaboration with all colleagues who are stakeholders in the quality of the student experience. She provides student affairs leadership for the University and oversees those who lead essential student programs and services.

Areas of Responsibility

Provides strategic leadership for Campus and Student Life on financial planning and management, and financial operations, as well as broad fiscal oversight

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Serves as the University Registrar and institutional data steward for all student records. Provides strategic leadership in student information systems, enrollment services, classroom planning, graduation, and data analysis.

Biography

As Associate Vice President for Academic Services and University Registrar, Scott leads the Office of the University Registrar by maintaining enrollment, academic, and student information. He enforces academic policies and practices with the academic calendar, curriculum management, registration, degree planning, classroom services, course evaluations, grading services, and academic records while adapting operations to meet educational needs. He also provides data analysis for institutional planning and evaluates administrative processes for innovation with the Academic Information System. Scott also serves as an Associate Dean in the College. He received a BA in Economics and Political Science from Louisiana State University and a MA in International Relations from Georgetown University.

Areas of Responsibility

Oversees ceremonial, spiritual, and performing arts events at Rockefeller Chapel and Bond Chapel; provides leadership for spiritual life on campus; and serves as liaison to campus arts organizations for the Office of Campus and Student Life.

Administrative Assistant: Cassie Kramer, 773.834.6494

Areas of Responsibility

Provides strategic leadership for and coordination of the work of the UchicagoHELP, including the Dean-on-Call and Sexual Assault Dean-on-Call programs, and the Bias Education & Support Team; coordinates the University’s Behavioral Intervention Team; assists area deans of students in managing area student disciplinary processes; and provides leadership to the high-profile event management team.

Biography

Belinda provides strategic leadership for and coordination of UChicago HELP, including the Deans-on-Call and the Sexual Assault Deans-on-Call, High-Profile Event Management, the Bias Education & Support Team, and Student Case Management. She also coordinates the University’s Behavioral Intervention Team and consults with Area Deans of Students and other University partners in ensuring policies, procedures, and wrap-around resources are appropriately accessed for the support of our students.

Belinda has been with Campus and Student Life since February 2004 in varying and progressive roles, but always involved with helping students navigate University processes and resources especially during times when they face complex competing life and academic priorities. Before joining the University of Chicago, Belinda had a career in Housing and Residence Life at Northern Illinois University and the University of California, Berkeley.

Belinda received her B.A. in English and her M.Ed. from Loyola University, Chicago. She was born and raised in the Southwest side of Chicago and is proud to hail from the Little Village neighborhood, one of the 77 diverse neighborhoods of this great city. As a proud Chicagoan, Belinda roots for all the Chicago sports teams, however, she is an avid White Sox fan as she is a proud Southsider. In her free time, Belinda spends most of her time with her two sons and dedicates her personal advocacy in advancing the inclusion of people with disabilities in educational settings and extracurricular school, neighborhood, and community activities. 

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Develops and implements human resources strategy, policies, and practices that foster strong motivation, performance, and a positive working environment for the Office of Campus and Student Life.

Biography

Sandra Curry is the Senior Director of Human Resources in Campus and Student Life. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration, she oversees the process of recruiting, hiring, managing, and developing CSL staff members. She is responsible for the implementation of human resources strategies, policies, and practices. Sandra has a team of two direct reports who are instrumental to the execution of this work.

Sandra joined the University of Chicago in November 2009 as the inaugural human resources leader in Campus and Student Life. Prior to joining UChicago, Sandra worked in various human resource roles for a pharmaceutical company in Brooklyn, NY and a telecommunications company in Oak Brook, IL. Sandra earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. 

Executive Assistant: Jon Putnam, 773.702.7770

Areas of Responsibility

Serves as a senior student affairs leader for the University, and is responsible for implementing the vision and educational objectives of Campus and Student Life. Oversees and sets the strategic direction for the Center for Leadership and Involvement, Student Centers, the Office of International Affairs, and International House and serves as a liaison to the Center for Identity + Inclusion.

Biography

Since 2015, Mike Hayes has served as a senior student affairs leader for the University and is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing the operations of the Center for Leadership and Involvement, the Office of Student Centers, the Office of International Affairs, and International House.   He is also responsible for the central operations of Campus and Student Life (CSL) which includes communications, student-trustee engagement and professional development for CSL staff.  

Mike has spent over 30 years working with and for college students in various capacities. Prior to joining CSL at UChicago, he served in student affairs roles at Miami University (OH), DePauw University, Cornell University, the University of Maryland, and Washington University in St. Louis. He earned both his bachelor's and master’s degrees from Indiana State University and completed post master’s work at Miami University.  

Administrative Assistant: Vanessa Desai, 773.834.7607

Areas of Responsibility

As Executive Director of Housing & Residence Life and Associate Dean of Students in the University, Dr. Hibbler provides the vision for a vibrant and intellectually stimulating residential population of 4,500 residents across UChicago's seven residence halls that are home to 48 Houses of affiliated faculty, staff, and students who live, eat, debate, and play together, not only in rooms but also in shared lounges, dining commons, and intramural sports fields. Along with the college house system, Dr. Hibbler oversees the University Bookstore and serves as a critical link to UChicago offices and departments in addressing student and institutional needs. 

Biography

Dr. Hibbler is a creative strategist, equity-minded leader, and champion for student success. As a university administrator with over a decade of experience, Dr. Hibbler centers his work around equity, data, industry best practices, and innovation and believes in creating environments where residents and staff can live as authentically as they choose and feel like they matter, belong and proud to be part of the community. Dr. Hibbler's professional interests include Racial justice with higher education, university housing, and residential student success. In 2019 the Association of College and University Housing Officers – International presented Dr. Hibbler with The Outstanding Mid-Level Professional award recognizing him as an established student housing leader. Dr. Hibbler draws from his undergraduate experience as the Butler University mascot to serve those under his leadership. Much like Hink, the Butler Bulldog, or any institution's beloved mascot, Dr. Hibbler is the biggest cheerleader and supporter for his students and staff. Just as a mascot works to make a difference in the game's outcome, Dr. Hibbler aims to make a difference in the lives of those entrusted within his care.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN, a Master of Science in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum in Instruction with an emphasis in Higher Education from the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL.

Administrative Assistant: Carol Bridgeman, 773.834.5531

Areas of Responsibility

Collaborates with colleagues across the University in the investigation and adjudication of cases of student misconduct that are related to sexual misconduct and discrimination. Also advises the campus community on best practices for prevention and education in the areas of sexual violence and harassment.

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Oversees UChicago Student Wellness, encompassing medical and mental health care, student health insurance, and health promotion programs and services.

Administrative Assistant: Vanessa Desai, 773.834.7607

Areas of Responsibility

Works with colleagues from across the University to execute a master undergraduate housing strategy that advances the University’s goals and objectives. Sets the strategic direction for Housing and Residence Life, UChicago Dining, and the University Bookstore.

Biography

As Assistant Vice President, Richard Mason is responsible for leading the development of undergraduate residential communities at UChicago and managing major auxiliary services related to campus life, including UChicago Dining and the UChicago Bookstore. He works directly with colleagues from across the University to execute a master undergraduate housing strategy that advances the University's goals and objectives. As AVP/Associate Dean, Richard serves as a senior staff member in both the College and on the Campus and Student Life leadership teams, collaborating on projects and initiatives both within and outside of the College and Campus & Student Life.

Richard has over 20 years of working experience at the University of Chicago. Prior to his current role he served as an Assistant Director of Student Housing, Director of Operations and Communications in Housing & Dining Services, and Executive Director of UChicago Dining.  Richard holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Oklahoma. He received an MBA from the Keller Graduate School of Management.

Areas of Responsibility

Provides leadership for the Center for Identity + Inclusion, which includes the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, LGBTQ Student Life, and Student Support Services. Works in partnership with student-facing areas to advance the University’s commitment to building a more inclusive campus and stronger sense of community.

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Provides strategic leadership and oversees Athletics and Recreation, which sponsors 20 intercollegiate sports, more than 40 club sports, an intramural sports program with thousands of student participants annually, and the FitChicago program.