Student Support Assistants (SSAs)
The SSA program was launched in the fall of 2024. SSAs at Valparaiso University play a crucial role in providing support and assistance to first-year students in their transition and acclimation to college. There is one SSA per floor in the first-year residence halls. SSAs engage in one-on-one conversations with students, host programs, serve as leaders and mentors in the community, and provide outreach and assistance to students experiencing challenges. SSAs work to connect first-year students with the programs and resources the University has to offer.
Alex S. Alumni 2nd Floor Sophomore Meteorology and Geography Major Glen Ellyn, IL
Julia B. Alumni 3rd Floor Junior Health Science Major (Pre-PA) Woodbridge, IL
Rebecca O. Alumni 4th Floor Sophomore Spanish and Secondary Education Major Schererville, IN
Katie M. Brandt 2nd Floor Junior Elementary Education Major Valparaiso, IN
Adrian H. Brandt 3rd Floor Sophomore Business Management Major Michigan City, IN
Emily W. Brandt 4th Floor Sophomore Psychology Major Portage, IN
Cody T. Brandt 5th Floor Sophomore Civil Engineering Major Crown Point, IN
Staff
Noelle Pease, Assistant Dean of Students
Harre Union Suite 120
noelle.pease@valpo.edu
219.464.6515