Lynn University's vice president for student affairs, Dr. Anthony Altieri, recently announced several employee promotions to further support student engagement, health and wellbeing, and housing.
Altieri appointed Dr. Theresa Gallo to dean of students. Gallo joined Lynn in 2012 and has served as director of student involvement, assistant dean of student involvement and associate dean of students. Over the years, she has enhanced the student experience through developmental and experiential programs. In her new role, she will oversee operational areas for the Division of Student Affairs and offer strategic input for the future of the department.
"Theresa has been an instrumental part of our leadership team, from accomplishing complex tasks to most recently leading student care during the COVID-19 crisis," said Altieri. "I’m confident that her education and extensive professional experience will continue to positively and effectively serve our campus community."
Meagan Elsberry and Laura Matthews both earned roles as assistant dean of students. Elsberry now oversees Housing and Residence Life as well as the Center for Student Involvement, while Matthews maintains oversight of student conduct and community standards.
The university also named Allyson Miller assistant director of student conduct and community standards, and Hannah Link director of housing and residence life. In the Office of Student Wellness, Sandra Whitmer was named assistant director of counseling services.
"As we grow and evolve as an organization, we have the opportunity to consider how we serve students each day and recognize employees who provide outstanding service to our community. I’m excited for our team’s future and ability to work together to deliver a meaningful student experience," said Altieri.
Dr. Gary Martin says goodbye as dean of students
Dr. Gary Martin served Lynn University for nearly 27 years before hanging up his hat as dean of students and retiring to the Virginia mountains in August 2021.
Martin first joined the Lynn family in 1994 as a counselor. He spent his days on campus supporting student wellbeing and evenings as a homicide detective for the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. As his career excelled at the university, he decided to focus his attention solely on Lynn. For the next seven years, Martin positively impacted students through his leadership of the Counseling Center, the Health Center, Campus Safety and the student conduct team.
"My favorite part of working as the dean of students was the personal connections that I made with students," said Martin. He was able to help students overcome difficult obstacles and watch them become model citizens on campus.
Although Martin is no longer in Student Affairs, he's staying connected to Lynn as an online instructor teaching his true passions: criminal justice, psychology and mental health counseling.
"Apparently, I don't retire easily," he laughed.
Thank you, Dr. Gary Martin, for your commitment to Lynn University and our students.
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