Dr. Tracey Cameron (she/her) serves as the Associate Vice President and Dean of Students at Salve Regina University (Newport, RI), bringing more than 24 years of experience in higher education across both administrative and teaching roles. She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Virginia Tech, where her research examined the intersections of worklife policies and organizational culture within higher education institutions. Throughout her career, Dr. Cameron has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to student development, holistic learning, and the cultivation of inclusive campus environments that foster belonging and success for all students. Prior to her tenure at Salve Regina, she held leadership positions at Wellesley College and Bard College at Simon’s Rock, where she played a pivotal role in advancing student engagement and institutional transformation. 

A respected scholar-practitioner, Dr. Cameron has contributed nationally through her leadership and service to the American College Personnel Association (ACPA), as well as through her involvement with the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) and the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE). Deeply committed to mentorship, Dr. Cameron regards the meaningful relationships she has cultivated with students and emerging professionals as her most significant professional achievement.