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Student Services

Office of Academic and Student Services

The mission of the Office of Academic and Student Services is to cultivate a robust and interconnected law school community by providing student-centered support and resources to empower students to realize their goals and potential.

Core Services

Our office provides a variety of services that are focused on holistic student development and support. We help students navigate both personal opportunities and challenges that may arise in pursuit of their legal education.  Additionally, our team members help students understand the law school guidelines including the Honor Code and Student Academic Handbook.

We work closely with student organizations to plan activities for the law school community, and we serve as a resource to foster interaction among students and faculty. Members of our team can connect you to useful resources at the law school, around the university, and in the local community.

    Penn State Dickinson Law Resources

    Report Bias Incidents and Concerns

    Intranet Resources for Current Students

    • Academic Handbooks

    • Basic Needs, Mental Health, and Wellbeing

    • Bias Incident Reports

    • Counseling and Crisis Services

    • Disability and Accommodations

    • Mentorship Programs

    • Student Organizations

    • Title IX Resources and Discrimination Reports

    Our Team

    Valerie James

    • Senior Assistant Dean of Academic and Student Services

    Giselle Santibañez-Bania

    • Assistant Dean for Academic and Student Services

    Titichia Jackson

    • Assistant Professor of Law
    • Director of Academic Success and Bar Passage

    Marcus Englert

    • Associate Director for Student Services

    Kalene Faircloth

    • Assistant Director of Student Services

    Tammy Cecil

    • Student Services Coordinator