Michael Patterson has served as the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students since December 2014. In this role, Mr. Patterson provides leadership for all aspects of the Division of Student Affairs including but not limited to: the Center for Student Engagement, the Joseph Meyerhoff Center for Career Development, the Center for Identity and Inclusion, Residence Life and Off-Campus Housing, the Student Counseling Center, the Student Health Center, and the Fitness Center. Mr. Patterson directly supervises Gabrielle Gomez, Executive Assistant, Clyde Johnson, Associate Dean for Identity and Inclusion, Dr. Judith Kinney, Associate Vice President for Student Health and Wellness, Megan Miller, Associate Dean for Student Integrated Learning, and Scott Stone, Director of Residence Life and Student Conduct. Mr. Patterson is also the College’s lead retention officer, and serves as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator.

Mr. Patterson started at MICA in 2001 and has served in multiple roles at the College prior to being appointed Vice President: Director of Student Activities, Director of Residence Life, and Associate Dean for Student Life & Judicial Affairs. Mr. Patterson worked at multiple institutions prior to coming to MICA, and his professional experience has focused on smaller, interdisciplinary campuses that allow for thoughtful, engaged communities. During his tenure as Vice President, the Division of Student Affairs has consistently strengthened its role in the education of MICA’s students.

Mr. Patterson has an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., and a Master of Education from the University of Delaware. He has received certifications from a wide array of professional experiences.

Mr. Patterson loves attending live music; playing, coaching, and watching baseball; is a devout animal lover; and has accurately been described as a pop culture science fiction geek.