Forrest Finkler

Forrest Finkler has extensive experience in higher education administration, particularly in housing and residence life. Currently serving as the Director of Housing at the University of Massachusetts Lowell since May 2015, Forrest has held various leadership roles including Senior Associate Director of Housing Operations, Technology, and Marketing, and Associate Director of Residence Life for Housing Operations and Technology. Prior experience includes positions at Salem State University, where Forrest managed the residence life program for first-year and sophomore students, and the University of New England, overseeing multiple housing facilities. Forrest began a career in student affairs as a Residence Hall Director at The University of Mississippi. In addition to a Master of Arts in Higher Education/Student Personnel, Forrest holds a Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration and Computer Science.