Division of Enrollment & Student Affairs
Our mission is to recruit, develop, and empower students to be active leaders who are engaged, healthy, and culturally competent; to advocate for inclusivity and respect; and to inspire students to realize their educational goals and personal potential.
The vision of our departments is to create a transformative college experience from recruitment to graduation that fosters holistic growth, civic engagement, and courageous leadership in a dynamic global society.
Executive Vice President
Susan Davies, Ph.D., serves as Executive Vice President for Enrollment and Student Affairs at Augusta University.
Her love and advocacy for student success began in college as an orientation leader, which led to pursuing avenues to serve professionally in higher education. Now, as EVP, she brings more than 25 years of experience, providing overall leadership and management of the Division’s 19 departments. Her vision and decision-making are rooted in the belief that students are our #1 priority.
A leader and ally among students and her peers, Dr. Davies was the project leader - both in the creation and launch - of Augusta University’s 2022-2027 Strategic Enrollment Management Plan. The SEM Plan connects recruitment with student success and retention, focusing on goals and strategies that position AU for future enrollment growth.
Prior to Augusta University, she was Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Enrollment Services at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC), Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management at Appalachian State University, and Director of Admissions at Georgia Southern University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Georgia Southern University, a master’s degree in college student development from Bowling Green State University, and a doctorate in educational studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
In addition, she is a member of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, the Southern Association for College Student Affairs, and the American Association of Collegiate Registrar and Admissions Officers. She served as a faculty member for the SACSA and NASPA Region III’s Mid-Managers Institute in 2019 and 2022. She served as the 2022-2023 chair of the USG Regents Administrative Committee on Enrollment Management.
Dr. Susan Davies has been married to Dr. Nigel Davies for 22 years, and they have two dogs. They enjoy traveling and all things outdoors – growing their small farm, camping, hiking, kayaking, and boating.
Amy Smith, Ed.D.
Acting Vice President for Enrollment & Student Affairs
Effective September 01, 2025, Dr. Susan Davies is serving as Interim Executive Vice President of Strategic Effectiveness and Chief of Staff. During this time, Dr. Amy Smith is serving as Acting Vice President for Enrollment & Student Affairs.
Associate & Assistant VPs
Garrett Green, Ed.D.
- Associate Vice President for Access, Success, and Belonging
Office of the Executive Vice President
Lena Miller & Terese Dodoo
- Bellevue Student Assistants
Departments
Campus Recreation
Offers opportunities for students and employees to participate in physical activities, including personal training, intramural and club sports, and fitness classes.
Financial Aid
Offers scholarships, grants, and other forms of aid to current and incoming students. We facilitate the federal work-study program and provide financial education to students and the campus community.
Graduate Admissions Operations
Works with prospective graduate students to provide clear, efficient, and timely admission processes to their desired programs and support graduate programs in the admissions process.
Housing and Residence Life
Creates a transformational on-campus experience for our students who live on campus. We provide residents with intellectual, social, cultural, and recreational experiences.
Institutional Access, Success and Belonging
Promotes unity and access to opportunity. We celebrate diversity and foster a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment.
Maxwell Theatre
Serves as the cultural heart of campus, hosting performances for students, faculty, staff, and the community. It supports recruitment activities and student events.
Military and Veteran Services
Makes the transition from military to university easier for service members and their families. We process military benefits, engage the student veteran community, and manage the Augusta University site at Fort Eisenhower.
Mentorship and Student Engagement
Advances student success and belonging through high-impact practices, targeted student success initiatives, and co-curricular engagement opportunities to build cultural competency.
New Student and Family Transitions
Helps new Jaguars adjust to life at Augusta University. We facilitate orientation programs, manage the Parent and Family Association, and host retention programming.
Student Counseling and Psychological Services
Provides walk-in crisis services, prevention programs, and individual, couples, and group therapy to our students.
Student Health Services
Provides quality health care and preventive services to AU students. The Student Health Clinic offers a variety of services and sponsors health awareness programs.
Student Life and Engagement
Supports over 300 student organizations, advises SGA, and fosters student leadership through student-centered programming.
Office of Student Wellbeing
Helps students work toward a longer, healthier, and happier life through programs, services, and resources to promote student success, resilience, engagement, and well-being.
Testing and Disability Services
Ensures an accessible college experience for students with disabilities by offering testing services such as career certifications, test proctoring, and assessments.
The Office of the Dean of Students
Supports and advocates for students in need by providing resources, guidance, and intervention pathways.
Undergraduate Admissions
Guides prospective students in finding the perfect program to achieve their goals. We create a seamless journey into Augusta University through student search, on and off-campus events, and informational sessions.
Student Resources
Employee Engagement
News & Events
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From storm to stage, AU MBA graduate holds on to hope after hurricaneOur Guiding Principles
At the Division of Enrollment and Student Affairs, we're passionate about empowering student success. We believe the college experience is more than just academics, which is why we prioritize holistic support for our students' physical, mental, and financial well-being. We're committed to preparing Augusta University graduates to become leaders in their communities and excel in their chosen fields. We foster an inclusive and supportive campus environment where every student's voice is heard and valued. Our goal is to provide a transformative college experience that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive.