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Student Handbook and Code of Conduct

The Walla Walla University Student Handbook and Code of Conduct provides current and prospective WWU students with an overview of social, physical, and spiritual life at WWU. Students living in either a residence hall or in the community are encouraged to use the handbook to become familiar with their rights and responsibilities as members of the WWU community. Contents include:

• Student Handbook
• Student Code of Conduct
• Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Sexual Misconduct and Sex Discrimination Policy

Common questions about student conduct policies and processes >

As vice president for Student Life, Doug oversees the department and offices of Athletics, Residential Life & Housing, Campus Ministries, Dean of Students, and Campus Security. Doug, who came to Walla Walla in 2017, previously held the position of director of outdoor education and leadership at Southern Adventist University. He has more than 20 years experience in Adventist Higher education in teaching and administration.

As lead campus chaplain, Albert oversees student missions, Weeks of Worship, vespers, and a host of other Campus Ministries programs. 

Find more information on the campus ministries, student missions, and more on the Chaplain's Office web page.

As Athletics director, Nestor oversees WWU's varsity sports program.

Find more information on athletics programs, game schedules, and more at uwolves.com.

Nestor was born in Argentina, where he lived a for several years before moving to other countries in South America with his family since his father was an evangelist. He has two sisters.

He and his wife Claudia have a daughter, Brenda, who is a CVICU nurse at AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida. 

He finished his bachelor's degrees in Physical Education, Sports Management and a minor in Theology at River Plate University in Argentina. 

Nestor and his family moved to the US in 2001 and lived in Orlando until 2019. During that time he finished his Masters of Science in Education at Southern Adventist University and also began his PhD in Leadership at Andrews Adventist University. He is planning on graduating next May.

He has worked in Florida at Forest Lake Academy, at Union College in Nebraska and is glad to now be here at Walla Walla. 

Nestor enjoys music, traveling, reading, outdoor activities and food. 

As director of Residential Life and Housing, Jon oversees four residential halls (Conard, Foreman, Meske, and Sittner), and Village Housing. Jon, who graduated from WWU in 2011 with a bachelor's degree in psychology, has worked six summers at a youth camp in Idaho and is currently finishing his graduate degree in counseling psychology at WWU. As an undergraduate student, Jon worked in the residential halls as a resident assistant for three years and served as the men's club (OPS) president.

Find more information about residence halls, village housing, and more on the pages for Residential Life & Housing. 

WWU has entrusted oversight of managing campus safety to Allied Universal (AU). AU is the largest private security provider in the United States, and is a leader in higher education safety and security services. As an Allied Universal Account Manager, Courtney oversees security, emergency preparedness, and safety on the College Place campus. Courtney, who came to Walla Walla in 2014 previously served at the Riverside County Probation Department working with troubled youth. 

Find more information on safety services, security policies, vehicle registration, emergency preparedness, and more on Campus Security website.

As executive assistant to the vice president of Student Life, Sharryl manages the office and provides faculty, staff, and student support. Sharryl started working at WWU in 2017 and joined the office of Student Life in 2021.

Morgan is joining the Walla Walla University community as our new Dean of Health and Wellness.

Morgan has been a dedicated clinician in various roles as a case manager, counselor, and administrator in the field of behavioral mental health for over 9 years and continues to with deep interest and passion.

In university Mrs. Rudley provided educational classes on the mind, food and mental health. Mrs. Rudley has her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor's degree in Nutritional Science from Andrews University.

Morgan’s most recent work has been with the Puget Sound Welcome Back Center at Highline College. At Highline Morgan engaged in navigating state licensing requirements, policy review, and reports.

Michelle has over 20 years of experience as a faculty member at Loma Linda University and Seattle Pacific University, where she directed graduate clinical training programs. She is a licensed family therapist and has practiced in several private practice settings within multi-disciplinary teams of providers. Michelle graduated from Loma Linda University with a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and she earned her PhD in Sociology at the University of Southern California, with a special emphasis in Family Therapy. 

Find more information on standardized tests, counseling services, and more by visiting the pages of Counseling and Testing Center

As dean of Residence and Student Life, Annette oversees students' residential experience at WWU's Portland campus for the School of Nursing. Annette, a graduate of WWU, previously worked as associate dean of women at Pacific Union College. 

For more information on the Portland School of Nursingand housing in Hansen Hall online.