Deborah Cady Melzer, Ph.D., was appointed vice president of student affairs/dean of students, where she is responsible for administering a variety of operational, educational, and counseling functions designed to foster personal development, accountability, and community within Student Affairs. Cady Melzer also provides leadership and support to highly productive student affairs personnel at every level, each of whom will enhance student services and collaborate to form students in the context of Catholic higher education.
Cady Melzer was appointed to the position following the retirement of Catherine WoodBrooks, Ph.D., after the 2018–19 academic year.
“As Assumption embarks upon the formulation and implementation of a new strategic plan that reaffirms the institution’s commitment to providing students an exemplary academic and cocurricular experience, I am pleased to appoint Dr. Cady Melzer to this critical leadership position,” said President Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D. “In this role, Dr. Cady Melzer will enhance the culture of Assumption by inspiring staff and students in cultivating a sense of community and a shared vision for the Division of Student Affairs. With a belief in the transformative nature of a Catholic liberal arts education to form students to pursue lives of meaning and purpose, Dr. Cady Melzer will help shape the student culture and create a campus environment that contributes to student formation.”
Cady Melzer carries out the educational mission of the Institution by leading a cohesive Student Affairs Division, which includes the departments of Residential Life, Student Conduct, Student Activities, Health Services, Counseling Services, and Campus Recreation.
She comes to Assumption after nine years of service at LeMoyne College in New York. Cady Melzer holds a Ph.D. in higher education administration from Boston College; an M.Ed. in higher education and student affairs from the University of Vermont; a B.A. in psychology from Saint Michael’s College; and a diversity and inclusion certificate from Cornell University.
