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Patrick Roger-Gordon

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Patrick Roger Gordon

Patrick Roger-Gordon
University Director of Housing Operations, Assistant Dean for Students
Phone: (212) 346-1295
Email: housingoperations@pace.edu
 
As a Student Affairs professional for nearly 30 years, Patrick has tremendous experience in residential life, housing, orientation, leadership development, and student conduct.  He started his time at Pace in 2006 as Director of Housing and Residential Life for the New York City Campus.  In his current role, he has oversight for the business aspects of the housing programs on both the New York City and Pleasantville campuses, as well as a number of student development and support related responsibilities.
 
Patrick received his BA in Elementary Education and his MEd in Student Personnel Administration from the University of Florida.  This is also where he also began his career in, and love for, Student Affairs, becoming a Resident Assistant and later a Graduate Residence Hall Director.  Patrick was also involved in Student Government, Residence Hall Government, and the National Residence Hall Honorary.  
 
Upon completing his graduate degree, Patrick served in Student Affairs roles at King’s College (PA), New York University, and The College of New Jersey before joining Pace.  He has served primarily in housing and residential life roles, although he also spent 5 years as Assistant Dean for Student Services at The College of New Jersey School of Nursing, where he gained vital experience in academic administration.  In his time at Pace he lead the New York City campus residential life staff as it has opened three new buildings, and expanded capacityby more than 1000 students
 
Patrick enjoys spending time exploring everything New York City has to offer with his wife and three children, one of whom is a Pace Alumnus.  He is very involved with his synagogue community, where he has served on the Social Justice and Community Development Committees, and now serves in leadership of the Men’s Club and New Member Committee.
 
Top 5 Strengths:
Strategic | Adaptability | Intellection | Relator | Developer