Cloe Bourdages Joins the Division of Student Affairs as Assistant Dean of Students

DSA News
March 25, 2025

The Division of Student Affairs proudly welcomes Cloe Bourdages as the new Assistant Dean of Students. Since joining in March 2025, Cloe has played a pivotal role in the student conduct process, serving as a hearing officer who carefully addresses student cases. With a strong commitment to fostering student growth, repairing harm, and ensuring fairness, she is dedicated to guiding students through challenges and helping them reflect on their impact within the university community. In addition to her responsibilities in student conduct, Cloe serves as the advisor for the Dean of Students Leadership Ambassador Program and spearheads the "Know the Code" campaign, aimed at increasing student awareness and understanding of the university’s code of conduct. Her dedication to student success and integrity makes her an invaluable asset to the University of Houston.

Cloe brings a wealth of experience to her new role. Prior to joining the University of Houston, she served as a Housing Coordinator at Texas A&M University at Galveston (TAMUG). There, she oversaw residential life operations, recruited and mentored student leaders, facilitated learning communities, and adjudicated student conduct cases. Her exceptional contributions earned her the SWACUHO Nancy Murphy-Chadwick New Professional of Distinction Award in 2025. Earlier in her career, Cloe worked at Eastern Illinois University as the Associate Resident Director for University Housing and Dining Services from July 2019 to May 2021. In this role, she managed residential operations, supervised student staff, oversaw programming budgets, and adjudicated student conduct violations. Her commitment to student success was further reflected in her master’s thesis, which focused on best practices in fostering academic and personal achievement.

Cloe holds a Master of Science in College Student Affairs from Eastern Illinois University and a Bachelor of Science in Marine Science from Coastal Carolina University. Her diverse academic background complements her professional expertise, allowing her to approach student development with a well-rounded perspective. Beyond her professional responsibilities, Cloe remains actively engaged in her community, serving on the board of a local organization. She enjoys attending live music events, traveling, and spending quality time with her beloved dog, Bubbles.

The University of Houston community is eager to see the positive impact Cloe will have on students and the broader campus environment. Her expertise in restorative practices and student success aligns seamlessly with the university’s mission. “I’m thrilled to welcome Cloe to the Dean of Students Team. Her experience with restorative practices and understanding of student success make her a great fit for our campus community. I am excited to see the work she will do to further develop our Know the Code Campaign and the DOS Leadership Ambassador Program,” said Sara Jahansouz Wray, Ed.D., associate dean of students.

With her passion for student advocacy and community engagement, Cloe Bourdages is set to make a lasting impact at the University of Houston, ensuring students receive the guidance and support they need to thrive both academically and personally.

Written by Dhivyadharshini Selvaraj – Marketing and Communication Coordinator – Student Affairs