Jonathan Manz

Jonathan Manz, Ph.D., is the Director of the First-Year Experience at Lewis & Clark College, where responsibilities include enhancing student retention and engagement through resource introduction, faculty interaction, and support in study habits. Previously, Jonathan served as the Director of Student Success & Advising at Warner Pacific University, focusing on academic counseling and retention services. At Purdue University, as Associate Director of Residential Academic Initiatives, Jonathan led diverse educational programs for 14,000 students and managed a significant budget while overseeing learning communities and various student support initiatives. Jonathan's career includes positions at Virginia Tech, the University of Arkansas, Baylor University, Alpha Tau Omega National Headquarters, and Mercer University, complemented by a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from Virginia Tech and a Master's in Student Services Administration from Baylor University.