Dean of Students
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Your Dean of Students is here to help you.
Come visit during open Office Hours, every Tuesday 12-1, In front of the CUB. Lynn Schoenberg, your Dean of Students is here to talk about anything regarding your Stetson experience.
Contact:
[email protected]
386-822-7473
Carlton Union Building (CUB) Suite 205
HattersCare: We Got You Covered! The HattersCare team works to support student success. We provide advocacy and support when students face challenges. These challenges can range from mental and physical wellbeing to family and financial concerns. We are here to help you achieve your academic and co-curricular goals and make informed decisions about your Stetson experience. We are also here to help when you are worried about how to support students best. Need to make a report?
Stetson has professional staff on-call to support students in high levels of need at all times. Our On-Call team works directly with Public Safety, Resident Assistants and Student Counseling Services. If you think you need immediate assistance, please contact Public Safety at (386) 822-7300 or through our online Reporting Options (Need to make a report?). If this is an emergency, always call 911!
Learn more about Withdrawals.
If you have experienced a loss of a loved one or close friend, please let us know. This form will be used to inform select staff on campus of that information. We care deeply about you and are here to help during this tough time.
This form will go to the Dean of Students, their administrative assistant, and our University Chaplain. We will then share the information with your faculty and Residence Life Coordinator if you live on campus. You will also get an email response with campus resources.
Lynn Schoenberg, EdS
Associate Vice President and Dean of Students.
[email protected]
386-822-7473
Carlton Union Building (CUB) Suite 205
Lynn Schoenberg, Ed.S., is the Associate Vice President for Campus Life and Student Success and Dean of Students. Schoenberg has been at Stetson University since 2007, serving in a number of roles before becoming the Dean of Students in January of 2015. Previous roles included work in wellness, mental health and health promotion and Co-Interim Vice President from 2021 to 2022. Lynn became a licensed mental health counselor in 2018. Her Masters and Education Specialist degrees are both in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Florida. Prior to working at Stetson, Lynn additionally worked for National Kappa Delta Sorority.
Lynn serves on the President's Cabinet as the University's Chief Student Advocate and leads student care and support initiatives, including the HattersCare students of concern committee. Areas directly under Dean Schoenberg's oversight include:
Liana Natochy
Associate Director of Student Support.
Joining Stetson in 2021, Liana intentionally supports students who are navigating a variety of situations/circumstances. Liana provides direct care to students helping them get connected to resources, strategize around academics & well-being, learn/implement skills, and more. Liana also supports our HattersCare Team through student care coordination, development, and training.
Prior to Stetson Liana worked at the University of Georgia and Bowling Green State University for about 6 years where she served in various Health Promotion roles teaching well-being education, planning & implementing programming, advising peer education/student groups, serving as a Wellness Coach and advocate for survivors of Interpersonal Violence, and educating students to make informed decisions around substances.
Liana earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Florida and Master of Arts from Bowling Green State University. In her free time, Liana loves to attend local events, spend time in nature, enjoy day trips/adventures, create art, and spend time with family and friends. Liana is passionate about serving our students and always here to help along the way as students navigate their Stetson experience.
Jennifer Kennerson
Executive Assistant to the Vice President and Dean of Students
386-822-7473
Carlton Union Building (CUB) Suite 205
Jennifer joined the Stetson University family in July 2023 as the Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Students. Since Fall 2025 she has served as the Executive Assistant to the Vice President and Dean of Students. In this role she provides support to both Vice President of Campus Life & Student Success John Downey and Associate Vice President & Dean of Students Lynn Schoenberg. She provides support to students and families who need help connecting to the best resources at Stetson to assist them. Jennifer is an integral member of the HattersCare support team.
Born in Louisiana, Jennifer was raised right here in DeLand from a young age. Prior to working at Stetson, she worked in banking and Volusia County government. Her strong passion for helping people was her greatest strength in those roles as it is as a member of the Hatter Family. Jennifer loves time with her family, friends, and cruising the high seas.