For T.J. McDowell, serving students on campus is his dream job. He’s helping students just like him and making them know that they are seen.
McDowell is the assistant vice chancellor and dean of students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. McDowell started his position in January 2025. He works closely with five units in the Dean’s Office to support students navigating their college experience.
“I spend a lot of time just interacting with students, either in student groups or one-on-one, or just being available and accessible to hear students’ concerns,” McDowell said…