Office of Student Affairs
The Office of Student Affairs in the College of Education provides innovative programming that supports our prospective and current undergraduate students’ academic and career-related needs. From recruiting to orientation, academic advising to career counseling, and leadership development to early career development, Student Affairs staff are with you throughout your journey at UT Austin and beyond. Learn more about Academic Advising, Career Engagement, our Student Organizations and Texas Education Scholars.
Staff Contacts
Victor Sáenz
Associate Dean of Student Success, Community Engagement and Administration
Janet Griffith — Senior Administrative Associate
Phone: (512) 471-3476
LeAnne Hernandez — Director, THRIVE
Phone: (512) 232-1706
Richard Hogeda — Assistant Dean for Student Affairs
Phone: (512) 471-3223
Daniela Kaufman — Senior Administrative Associate
Phone: (512) 471-3223
Patrick Patterson — Director, K-12 Partnerships and
Stakeholder Engagement
Melissa Tippen — Administrative Associate
Phone: (512) 471-3223
Adria Villarreal — Director, Texas Education Career Engagement
Danie White — CARE Counselor
Phone: (512) 232-6862
