Office of the Vice President
“For me this work is about a firm, fierce sense of mission, and I feel so aligned with the Georgetown mission and how they cherish students.”
Eleanor J.B. Daugherty, an advocate for student well-being and equity with 25 years of experience in higher education, has joined Georgetown as the new vice president for student affairs.
“For more than two decades, Dr. Daugherty has engaged in all aspects of student life from admissions to advising as well as alumni relations at multiple institutions,” says Georgetown President John J. DeGioia. “She shares a deep knowledge of the student experience and unwavering care for students’ well-being.”
Daugherty previously served as Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at the University of Connecticut (UConn). In that role, she oversaw departments responsible for residential life, student conduct, student health and mental well-being services. Prior to her time at UConn, Daugherty served in a variety of student life, alumni affairs and admissions roles at the University of Chicago, Columbia University and the University of Michigan. She holds Doctor and Master of Education degrees from Columbia University and a bachelor’s from the University of Chicago.
The Vice President’s Initiatives
- “Hello Hoyas!”– NEW, Summer 2024
- Speech & Expression Committee
- Student Advisory
- Hoya Family Forums
- Hoya Family Newsletters
- Family Office Hours
- Caring for Others (and Ourselves) — as of Spring 2024
Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs
Eleanor JB Daugherty, Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
Claudia Arias-Cirinna, Ed.D.
Associate Vice President & Dean of Students
Kathryn Castle, PhD
Associate Vice President for Student Health
Erika L. Cohen-Derr, DLS
Associate Vice President
Stephanie J. Lynch
Associate Vice President & Chief of Staff
Please email studentaffairs@georgetown.edu with any questions you may have!