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Katie O’Brien

The Director of the Institute for Student Success works across the campus to best support students throughout their Ursinus experience.

Background

Katie comes to Ursinus from Drexel University where she served as Senior Academic Advisor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions since 2016. In addition to focusing on strategies and supports that foster academic success for college students, Katie enjoys collaborating with staff and faculty. 

In her downtime, Katie loves to cook and bake, read, and spend time with her husband and rescue dog, Piper.

Education

  • B.A., Psychology, Widener University
  • M.S., Counseling, Villanova University 
  • Ed.D. Candidate, Rowan University

Related News

Katie O'Brien
Katie O’Brien Earns NACA Scholarship to Support Doctoral Program
Student Success and Retention Specialist Katie O’Brien has been awarded the Mid Atlantic Higher Education Research Scholarship from the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) Foundation.
Sleeve of a Class of 2027 t-shirt worn by first-year students at the convocation ceremony.
Class of 2027 Officially Joins the Ursinus Community

President Robyn E. Hannigan welcomed more than 400 members of the Class of 2027 to the Ursinus community at the Ursinus Day Academic Convocation, which was held on the lawn in front of the Berman Museum of Art.

A Community of Care
A Community of Care
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many Ursinus students, faculty, and staff stepped into nontraditional roles—and became unsung heroes—to make the on-campus experience a true success. 
Photo of Katie O'Brien
Photo of Katie O’Brien

Contact Info

The Hive, Temporary Location
610-409-3247
kobrien@ursinus.edu
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