OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT OF ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT & STUDENT AFFAIRS

at Southern Oregon University

Enrollment Management & Student Affairs at SOU

The Office of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs (EMSA) is lead by SOU Vice President Neil Woolf. The EMSA office oversees and manages each student’s journey from beginning to end – from prospective student, through university Admissions, to Enrollment Services, Financial Aid & Scholarships – and in Student Life; including Student Health & Wellness, Student Support and Intervention, Campus Recreation, all the way to Graduation and beyond.

Neil Woolf, EdD

Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs

Dr. Neil Woolf leads the University’s enrollment management and student affairs functions in support of SOU’s strategic plan. Programs under his direction include enrollment services, records, and registration, financial aid, admissions, Dean of Students, student life, the university’s student resource centers, student organizations, the Stevenson Union, campus recreation, and student health and wellness programs. He works with an incredible team of individuals to improve the recruitment, retention, and success of SOU’s diverse student population.

Prior to joining Southern Oregon University, Dr. Woolf led enrollment management and student affairs efforts in Wisconsin, Washington, and Nevada. Dr. Woolf’s chief interest is expanding access to college education and expanding student success and graduation while enrolled.

Dr. Woolf earned his bachelor’s degree in government and business administration from Eastern Washington University, his master’s degree in public administration from the University of Utah, and his doctorate in higher education administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Office of the Vice President of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs