Derek began his housing career as a hall director while completing his undergraduate and graduate degrees. He then served as area coordinator at the University of Georgia from 1993 to 1997. Derek came to K-State in 1997 after accepting the position of Assistant Director for Residence Life, which he held until 2005 when he was promoted to Associate Director for Administrative Services and Residence Life. In 2011, he assumed the role of director. Derek is now associate director of residence life as well, and oversees the Center for Childhood Development, Counseling Services, the K-State Student Union, Lafene Health Center and Recreational Services.
Education
B.S. Social Sciences, Emporia State University, 1989
M.S. College Student Personnel, Kansas State University, 1993
Ph.D Student Affairs in Higher Education, Kansas State University, 2018
Professional Service
- Association of College and University Housing Officers-International
- Association of College and University Housing Officers, Upper Midwest Region
- Southeastern Association of Housing Officers
- American College Personnel Association
Honors/Awards
- Student Housing Training Institute - South Africa - Faculty Member, 2012
- UMR-ACUHO Robert Mosier Professional Enrichment Award, 2009
- ACUHO-I Foundation of Excellence, 2008