Stephanie Ottino of Cherry Hill has been appointed assistant dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University. In this new role, Ottino offers data analysis, problem-solving and project management support to the College of Arts and Sciences dean, associate deans and department chairs. She serves as a main point of contact for queries related to the college and will help communicate the college’s programs and values to both internal and external audiences.
Ottino is a May 2015 graduate of Widener with a master’s degree in student affairs leadership. For her practicum, she worked under College of Arts and Sciences Dean Sharon Meagher to offer logistical support for the college’s civic engagement initiatives. In addition to helping with student recruitment, planning, assessment and evaluation for various civic engagement opportunities, she also helped research funding for future projects.
“I am excited to remain a part of the Widener University community and work with Dean Meagher and the College of Arts and Sciences faculty in this new role,” said Ottino. “The faculty and administration are dedicated to creating transformative student experiences, and I feel lucky to assist in carrying out their visions.”
Ottino cultivated her organizational skills by combining industry experience as a production planner for LaFrance Corp. with her experience in higher education and classroom learning. She earned a bachelor’s degree in organizational and community leadership from the University of Delaware in May 2011.
