Cas Vela

Cas Vela has more than six years of experience in student life, with a professional background spanning residence life, student care and conduct, student success, and student engagement. Throughout his career, he has led both professional and student staff while supporting key areas such as crisis response and residential operations.

As a first-generation college student, Cas understands the transformative impact higher education can have on an individual's life. This experience continues to shape his commitment to fostering environments where students feel supported, develop a sense of belonging, and are empowered to succeed.

Cas brings a passion for effective operations, staff development, and continuous improvement. He values collaboration and believes strong systems and processes play an important role in supporting both students and staff. Cas is excited to join the team and contribute to the department's ongoing work and future goals.