Welcome to The Thread!
A hub for Student Affairs staff
Student Affairs: The Thread
Inspired by the CMU Tartan, The Thread is intended to inform, engage and connect everyone in Student Affairs. Consider this your web dashboard of information, resources and communication curated specifically for Student Affairs staff members.
Student Affairs Welcome Event & Breakfast 2025
The theme of this year's event was Our Work Makes a Difference. The breakfast was delicious, milestones were honored, and a video brought the theme to life as CMU students, alumni and partners shared about the ways the work we do in Student Affairs makes an impact.
Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students Gina Casalegno welcomes more than 200 Student Affairs staff members to the 2025 Student Affairs Welcome Event and Breakfast.
Associate Vice President for Community Responsibility and Culture Holly Hippensteel celebrated 25 years in Student Affairs at Carnegie Mellon!
Celebrating 20 years in Student Affairs at CMU!
Celebrating 10 years in Student Affairs at CMU!
Celebrating 5 years in Student Affairs at CMU!
Student Affairs IT Support
ADD OR MANAGE EXISTING IT REQUESTS
Student Affairs IT Support Hotline: 412-268-2393
Student Affairs Meetings & Staff Events
Visit the Our Division tab for the meetings and events schedule. Miss a meeting and want to review the materials? You will find slide decks and other materials from events including Student Affairs Forums and more on Box.
Fall Semester Dean's Office Hours with Gina
Below are the upcoming Dean’s Office Hours. Gina values the chance to connect with you, whether you’ve been part of DoSA for years or are new to the division.
Student Affairs Suggestion Box
Have an idea or suggestion? Share it with us! A Student Affairs VPAC member will be in touch with you about your submission.