Reflecting an ongoing commitment to student success and retention, Scott Walker B’91, M’98 has been named vice president for student development at Saint Mary’s University. As vice president, Walker will combine his duties as interim vice president for student affairs and interim dean of academic support services. Strategic planning functions will be reassigned among various departments.
“As a loyal alumnus, educator, and leader, I am elated to be in a role that reflects my love for Saint Mary’s and my commitment to student success and retention,” Walker stated. “As we spend the summer preparing for a new class of remarkable Saint Mary’s students to join us on campus, I am grateful for the team we have in place to share our mission and commitment to a quality Lasallian Catholic education.”
Walker has a solid background in academic leadership, having previously served as principal and educator prior to Saint Mary’s. Throughout his life, Walker has demonstrated his deep commitment to Saint Mary’s and its mission. His unwavering dedication to Saint Mary’s University and its objectives has been widely recognized by his colleagues and contemporaries, who have praised his vision, steady leadership, and extensive experience. Walker will immediately assume the new position.
