Kevin J. Helmkamp
218 Cedar Drive
Oregon, Wisconsin 53575
(608) 835-8538
Assistant Director-Residence Life
Programs and Services
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Division of University Housing
Slichter Hall
625 Babcock Drive
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
(608) 262-8251
Associate Dean (Interim)
Offices of the Dean of Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison
75 Bascom Hall
500 Lincoln Drive
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
(608) 263-5700
WORK EXPERIENCE
ASSOCIATE DEAN OF STUDENTS (Interim)
University of Wisconsin – Madison
June 2006 – Present
Responsibilities include direct supervision of and administrative oversight for Associated Students of Madison
(ASM), Diversity Education Program (DEP), Greater University Tutoring Services (GUTS), International Student
Services (ISS), McBurney Disability Resource Center, and Vets for Vets. Provide divisional leadership on a wide
range of issues. Administrative efforts included collaboration throughout the division to develop and implement new
mission and vision for the Offices of the Dean of Students. Direct supervision of six staff members.
Selected Highlights of UW-Madison OFFICES of the DEAN OF STUDENTS (ODOS) experience:
Administrative
 Assistant Dean of Students Position Review - Chair
 Assistant Dean of Students Position Search and Screen Committee - Chair
 Associate Administrative Council - Member
 Access and Accommodations in Instruction Committee – Member
 Student Leadership Program Kickoff – Key Note Speaker
Supervision
 Worked with McBurney Disability Resource Center staff to improve critical staffing issues and develop
a long-term management plan
 Chaired committee of International Student Services (ISS) staff responsible for reviewing managerial
structure and implementation of changes
 Worked with Associated Students of Madison (ASM) students to improve shared governance
processes
 Worked with Greater University Tutoring Services (GUTS) staff to develop future plan to solidify and
expand services
 Strengthened ISS connections with University Housing to improve experience for new international
students
 Managed transition of Divisional Education Program (DEP) due to elimination of funding
Challenges Addressed
 Worked with students and staff to develop Registered Student Organization Space Allocation Plan
 Assisted in the development and implementation of new ODOS Mission/Vision
 Member of committee that developed non-allocable funding process
 Worked with ASM student members planning for Student Activity Center use
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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF RESIDENCE LIFE
University of Wisconsin – Madison
October 1989 – Present
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES (2003 – Present)
Responsible for administrative oversight of Academic and Transition Initiatives, Student and Staff Development and
Desk Operations for University Housing. Direct supervision of three (3) full time employees and approximately 150
student staff. Responsible for long range planning and vision development, budget oversight within Programs and
Services. Participate in the selection, placement, and training of staff throughout Residence Life. Actively involved
in budget development.
SOUTHEAST AREA (1996 – 2003)
Responsible for administrative oversight of five (5) residence halls housing 4,100 students. Direct supervision of
four (4) full time professional staff members, indirect supervision of (4) additional full time staff members and
approximately 150 student staff. Responsible for development of Residence Life Program in area. Particular focus
on freshman transition needs. Area also included Chadbourne Residential College. Serve as a liaison to campus
services such as University Police, University Health Services and Office of Dean of Students.
LAKESHORE AREA (1989 – 1996)
Responsible for administrative oversight of ten (10) residence halls. Supervision of five (5) full time professional
staff members. Duties similar to above. Participated in development of Residence Life Program.
Selected Highlights of UW-Madison RESIDENCE LIFE experience:
Policy Development
Responsible for drafting Housing policy and protocol for the following:
 Federal Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA) implementation
 Dismissal from Housing for Mental Health concerns
 Overnight Guest Policy
 Response to Student Staff Alcohol Use
Campus Involvement
 Worked with Admissions to develop Wisconsin REAL program
 Represented Housing on Facilities Use Committee
 Wisconsin Ideas Seminar participant – 2001
 College of Engineering ESTEAM program presenter
 School of Pharmacy Open House presenter
 Parent Planning Group for Campus Visitor Information Program (VIP)
 SOAR – Family Transitions Program – Development and Presenter
 Smith/Ogg Residence Hall Design Committee
 Office of Orientation and New Student Programs Steering Committee
Academic Connections
 Assisted in the development of various learning communities in University Housing
 Assisted in the planning and development of classrooms in Housing
 Chadbourne Residential College Steering Committee member
 Represented Housing on Learning Landscape Committee
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Selected Highlights of UW-Madison RESIDENCE LIFE experience continued:
Discipline
 Developed and managed Housing Dismissal Appeals Process
 Non-Academic and Academic Misconduct Hearing Officer for Office of Dean of Students
 Trained Housing Dismissal Appeal Panel Members
Safety & Security
 Housing Safety Committee Chair
 Housing/Police Safety Team Chair
 Security Camera Installation and Monitoring protocol
 UW-Madison Police Security Academy presenter
 Campus Safety Summit
 Locking Protocol Development
 Member of Housing Continuity of Operations Planning Group (COOP)
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS/DIRECTOR OF FAMILY HOUSING
Indiana State University
June 1987 – May 1989
Split position with administrative responsibilities in each area. As Assistant Director of Programs I worked primarily
with Hall Directors in the supervision of Resident Assistant Staff. Duties included planning R.A. class, selection and
supervision. As Director of Family Housing I was responsible for the administration of 383-unit apartment style
complex. Oversight of program budget.
RESIDENCE HALL DIRECTOR
University of Wisconsin – La Crosse
June 1984 – May 1987
Responsibilities included the administration of a coeducational residence hall of 224 students. Duties included
program implementation, discipline, academic, career and personal counseling. Supervised staff of eight (8)
Resident Assistants and one Desk Manager. Advised Hall Council. Worked with facilities staff to improve form and
function of building and surrounding area.
EDUCATION
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN 46556
Bachelor of Arts – 1979
Government & International Studies
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL 61920
Masters of Science in Education – 1984
Educational Psychology & Guidance
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REFERENCES
Mr. Bill Richner
Assistant Vice Chancellor
Administration, Budget, Planning and Analysis
University of Wisconsin – Madison
171 Bascom Hall
500 Lincoln Drive
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
(608) 262-9994
Mr. Paul Evans
Director of University Housing
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Slichter Hall
625 Babcock Drive
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
(608) 262-6982
Ms. Kay Reuter Krohn
Assistant Director of Housing –
Director of Residence Life
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Slichter Hall
625 Babcock Drive
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
(608) 262-4456
Ms. Jaci Hausman
Director of Desk Services
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Witte Hall, Room 9
615 Johnson Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
(608) 262-4323
Ms. Lia Ernst
Special Assistant to the Dean
Office of the Dean of Students
University of Wisconsin – Madison
75 Bascom Hall
500 Lincoln Drive
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
(608) 263-1711