Eija Ayravainen
Vice President for Student Affairs / Dean of Students

A long-time advocate for students, Dean Ayravainen is staunchly dedicated to establishing and enhancing services and programs that are responsive to students’ needs and also help support their academic, professional and personal success.

In her role as Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Dean Ayravainen provides leadership to the Division of Student Affairs and has spearheaded numerous initiatives that provide student-focused services, programming, funding opportunities and events. Dean Ayravainen frequently meets with students in both formal and informal venues regarding matters affecting the Hunter College community.

Madlyn Stokely
Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs / Associate Dean of Students

Dean Stokely is responsible for the student support services provided by the Office’s of AccessABILITY, Advising Services (including the Center for Student Achievement and The Sylvia E. Fishman Student Center), Counseling & Wellness Services (including Health Services), Career Development Services, International Students, and Residence Halls.

The Dean assists students by connecting them to a variety of academic support services. Dean Stokely also manages the academic retention process, which includes the Dean’s List, and academic dismissals and probations.

Shannon E. Salinas
Associate Dean for Student Affairs

Anabela Carerra
Director of Financial and Administrative Services
212-772-4878

Special Assistant to the Associate Dean,
Student Services Coordinator
212-772-4847

Colleen Barry
Associate Director of Student Conduct

Sharmeen Ahmed
Student Services Specialist & Conduct Coordinator