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Cary Dresher, Ed.D
Dean of Students at Hartwick College
Cary Dresher, Ed.D., serves as the Dean of Students at Hartwick College, a position he has held since his official appointment following his tenure as acting dean. He has been with Hartwick for over five years, contributing significantly to various initiatives aimed at enhancing student support and engagement. His responsibilities encompass overseeing health and wellness, residential life, student conduct, and leadership programs.1
Dresher's professional background includes more than 13 years of experience in higher education, with prior roles at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), where he held positions such as Dean of Student Living and Learning and Assistant Dean for the First-Year Experience.12 His educational qualifications include a doctorate in education from Northeastern University, a master's degree from the University of Southern Maine, and a bachelor's degree from American University. He also obtained his administrative certification from the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.1
In his role, Dresher is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for students, emphasizing retention and student success. He has been instrumental in launching initiatives like the Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and he played a key role in developing Hartwick's tobacco and vaping policy, which established the campus as smoke-free.1
