Michael Newbauer
Director of Residential Education, Housing and Dining Services @North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Residential Education, Housing and Dining Services @North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
Strategic Leadership: Developed and executed a comprehensive vision for residential education, housing, and dining services, aligning initiatives with institutional priorities, including enrollment and retention goals.Residential Education: Led programs promoting student development, wellness, and engagement while fostering living-learning communities in collaboration with academic and student affairs departments.Housing Operations: Managed housing assignments, occupancy planning, and facility maintenance, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality residential services.Dining Services: Oversaw vendor contracts and collaborated with dining providers to deliver innovative, sustainable, and student-focused dining experiences.Construction and Renovation Projects: Worked with facilities teams and external contractors to support planning and execution of residence hall and dining facility projects, ensuring minimal disruption to student life.Fiscal and Operational Management: Developed and managed budgets, utilizing data analytics to assess performance, optimize resources, and implement cost-saving initiatives.Staff Leadership and Development: Recruited, supervised, and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture while supporting professional development.Emergency and Crisis Management: Served as a key administrator for crisis response, partnering with campus safety and leadership to implement protocols ensuring student and staff well-being.
EDUCATION
State University of New York Cortland
Bachelor Degree BSE, Recreation Education Minor Sociology
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Master in Education, School Counseling
SKILLS
ABOUT MICHAEL NEWBAUER
As Director of Residential Education, Housing, and Dining Services at NCSSM, I provide strategic leadership to create a dynamic, student-centered residential experience. I oversee the full scope of residential life—education, housing, and dining—while also partnering on major construction and renovation projects to enhance student living and learning spaces.My work centers on student success, community building, and operational excellence. I lead efforts that support academic achievement, personal growth, and wellness through intentional programs, responsive services, and inclusive environments. I collaborate across departments to align residential life with institutional priorities like enrollment, retention, and long-term sustainability.I bring more than a decade of progressive leadership in higher education, specializing in:Student development and engagement programmingHousing operations, facility oversight, and occupancy planningDining services management with a focus on health, sustainability, and satisfactionCrisis response and campus safety coordinationBudget planning, procurement, and vendor contract managementStrategic planning and cross-functional team leadershipI am passionate about creating living-learning environments where students can thrive—both in their time on campus and in preparation for life beyond.
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