Golder named Residential Education head

Deborah Golder, associate dean of students at Drexel University, is the new director of residential education, which supports intellectual, educational and community-building activities in student residences.

Deborah Golder

Deborah Golder

“Blending well-developed operational skills, a strong and collaborative leadership style, a dedication to respectful and critical dialogue and a ready sense of humor, Deborah will be an effective leader as we continue to refine the vision of residential education at Stanford,” said Greg Boardman, vice provost for student affairs.

Golder began working at Drexel in 2006 as assistant dean in the Residential Living Office. She has also held residential life positions at Dartmouth College. Golder earned a master’s degree in college student personnel at the University of Maryland-College Park and a bachelor's degree in English literature from Drew University.