Caryl Montero-Adams

 Caryl Montero-AdamsSan Diego State University has appointed Caryl Montero-Adams as dean of students. Montero-Adams has served as interim dean and brings more than a decade of experience in student affairs, leadership development and crisis response to the permanent role.

In the permanent role, Montero-Adams will lead units including Campus Assistance, Response, Evaluation, and Support (CARES); Center for Commuter Life; Center for Student Organizations and Activities; Esports Engagement Center; Glazer Center for Leadership and Service; Orientation, Transition, and Family Engagement; Pierce Greek Life Center; and SDSU Connects. The Dean of Students office also supports campuswide efforts related to student success and engagement. 

Montero-Adams joined SDSU in 2011 and has held a series of increasing leadership roles, including assistant director and director of Student Life and Leadership, and assistant dean of Students for Student Life. 

Montero-Adams holds a bachelor’s degree in health promotion and education from the University of Cincinnati, a master’s degree in higher education and student affairs from Indiana University, and a doctor of law and policy degree from Northeastern University.