Leo Pedraza

Leo Pedraza, Ph.D., serves as the Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Student Life at Stevens Institute of Technology, where extensive experience in higher education emphasizes student development, success initiatives, and campus life. With over 22 years in the field, Leo oversees various aspects of the student experience and manages a dedicated team focused on new student orientation, retention programs, and student involvement. Previous roles include Associate Director of New Student Orientation at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Assistant Director of Student Development at Iona College, and various positions at Columbia University, Pace University, and Cornell University, each contributing to expertise in leadership, diversity, and student engagement. Leo holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Management, and Policy from Seton Hall University and possesses multiple degrees in communication and college administration from Oregon State University and California State University, Long Beach.