Becca B. Morris

Becca B. Morris is the Vice President of Campus Life and Dean of Students at Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS), a role she assumed in August 2021 after 11 years of progressive leadership at the institution. She concurrently serves as the Director of the Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership program, linking her administrative leadership with academic mentorship. She is also a part-time lecturer in Communication Studies at Keuka College.

• Institution: Hobart and William Smith Colleges
• Role: Vice President of Campus Life and Dean of Students
• Academic Leadership: Director, Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership
• Teaching Role: Part-time Lecturer, Communication Studies, Keuka College

Education:

• Ed.D., Organizational Leadership Studies (emphasis in Queer Leadership), Northeastern University
• M.A., Social Sciences and Diversity, Binghamton University
• B.A., English, Keuka College

Her research and professional interests center on higher education leadership, organizational leadership, queer leadership studies, diversity and inclusion, student affairs administration, and campus life. With a focus on holistic student development, her work integrates student support, wellness, and identity-based leadership development. As the senior student affairs officer, she oversees critical areas including Student Engagement, Campus Safety, Sustainability, Health and Counseling Services, Student Conduct, international student success, and substance use prevention. She led HWS’ strategic response to the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating crisis leadership and operational coordination.

She has previously held student affairs roles at Ithaca College, SUNY Cortland, and Keuka College, building a national profile in student development. While no scientific awards or recent publications are listed in the provided text, her leadership in academic programs and student life reflects a deep commitment to educational excellence and inclusive community building.

She advises and mentors students through the MA in Higher Education Leadership program and contributes to academic grants and institutional initiatives related to student wellness, diversity, and leadership development. She leads a broad administrative team responsible for student support services and campus community life.