Executive Appointments

Alicia J. Jackson Dean, Sigmund Weis School of Business

Experience: Jackson served as dean of the College of Business and Information Science at Tuskegee University in Alabama from 2000-2007, where she led the effort to attain full accreditation status from AACSB International - the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. She also served as an assistant professor at The Ohio State University, and previously worked for 15 years in the accounting and financial fields.

Education: Ph.D., accounting, The University of Texas at Austin; M.B.A., accounting, University of Michigan; B.S., mathematics, Knox College, Ill.

"Alicia's 24 years of combined experience in academia, business and government make her an excellent choice for this position. Her educational philosophy fits well with the mission of Susquehanna's business school, helping students develop business skills, connections and experience within the context of a liberal arts education." -L. Jay Lemons, university president

Deborah C. Stieffel Vice President for Enrollment Management

Experience: Stieffel spent 22 years in enrollment management at Loyola University New Orleans, serving as dean of admissions and enrollment management since 1999. She was a key player in the university's recovery following Hurricane Katrina, and her successful national and international recruitment programs have resulted in a 76 percent increase in out-of-state applications and a 65 percent increase in international applications over the last two years.

Education: M.S., guidance and counseling, Loyola University New Orleans; B.L.S., music, Loyola University New Orleans

"We have found in Debbie a proven leader who excels at both the art and science of student recruitment, and consider her experiences and insights incredibly valuable as we set out to achieve ambitious enrollment goals in an extremely competitive environment." -Sara Kirkland, executive vice president for administration and planning

Philip E. Winger Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students

Experience: Winger joined Susquehanna University in 1990 and, for 16 years, served as executive assistant to the president, and staff liaison and assistant secretary to the board of trustees. In October 2006, he assumed the position of dean of students on an interim basis. Prior to joining Susquehanna University, he was the assistant to the executive director of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators.

Education: Ph.D., higher education and student affairs, The Ohio State University; M.Ed., counseling and personnel services, University of Missouri; B.A., psychology and sociology, Westminster College

"Phil's broad-based understanding of Susquehanna and higher education, his ability to develop effective relationships with students, faculty and administrators, his academic preparation in educational administration and student development, and his exemplary service as interim dean of students have prepared him well for the priorities and possibilities in leading this vital area of the university." -Linda McMillin, provost and dean of the faculty