Dr. Geoffrey Edwards
Director of Student Retention and Success
(618) 650-3701
Education
EdD, Higher Education and Organizational Change, Benedictine University
MA, College Student Personnel, Bowling Green State University
BA, Communication and Theatre Arts, Public Relations, Monmouth College
Professional Background
How long have you been doing what you do?
I have been working in Student Affairs, Student Engagement, and Student Success for over 15 years.
How long have you been at SIUE?
I have been at SIUE since August 2020.
How did you get here?
I arrived at SIUE after serving as the Associate Dean of Student Engagement and Innovation at the University of Evansville where I worked for 10 years.
What are you known for professionally? What do you have a knack for?
I am known by my colleagues for creating and executing creative and purposeful change.
What are you most passionate about professionally?
I am passionate about students having a positive and impactful student experience. Whether that experience is inside or outside the classroom, students should have a college experience that provides them with an exceptional knowledge base, professional and personal skill sets, and life-long friendships.
What do you love most about working at SIUE?
I have worked at small, private colleges throughout my career. SIUE is a bigger campus that focuses on the personal connection with students and attention to their concerns, personal success and wellbeing.
What are your primary duties in your current position?
I manage the processes and personnel that are committed to helping students continue their studies at SIUE and complete their academic goals. While we work frequently with new students, I am focused on all students finding a way to complete their academic goals at SIUE.
Personal Information
Where can we find you when you’re not working?
I am likely hanging out with my family, playing or watching games.
Where did you grow up?
I am originally from the Metro East. I grew up in Granite City and attended Marquette Catholic High School in Alton, IL.