Patrick Connelly currently serves as the Dean for Institutional Assessment and Continuing Improvement at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, a position held since December 2021. With extensive experience in student affairs, Patrick has held various leadership roles, including Dean for Student Success and Community Wellbeing, and Dean for Title IX, Equal Opportunity, and Student Wellness. Prior roles include Dean of Students at Marlboro College and Green Mountain College, where responsibilities included overseeing various student life units and advocating for diverse student needs. Educational qualifications include a Doctor of Education in Higher Education from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, along with degrees in Educational Leadership and History/Sociology from Central Connecticut State University. Additionally, Patrick has completed a facilitator program through the Anti-Defamation League.