Dr. Brett Carter, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, was recognized months ahead of his retirement by his professional colleagues in the region for his strong and distinguished career in higher education.
He was awarded the Region III AVP/Senior Level Student Affairs Professional Award from NASPA, an association with 15,000 members dedicated to the advancement, health, and sustainability of the student affairs profession.
In August, Carter will retire with more than 30 years of service. When he first announced his retirement in November, Provost Allen Boyette said Carter has “dedicated more than three decades of distinguished service to UNCG, shaping the student experience through his steadfast commitment to advocacy, well-being, and success.” Moreover, he said Carter’s contributions have gone beyond UNCG to shape the profession at a state, regional, and national level.
Carter is a nationally recognized executive in higher education, distinguished by more than 30 years of progressive leadership. His expertise encompasses student affairs, crisis management, policy development, and institutional transformation. Throughout his extensive career, he has demonstrated a commitment to advancing the quality and effectiveness of higher education administration. In his role as Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students, Carter continues to lead and innovate within the educational landscape. His focus remains on developing holistic, student-centered systems that prioritize engagement, retention, wellness, and academic success. Through these efforts, he aims to ensure that students receive comprehensive support and opportunities for growth.
His previous accolades include:
- High Point (NC) Housing Authority 2021 Pillars of Fame Award
- 2017 Recipient of the UNCG Gladys Strawn Bullard Award
- 2008 R. Randy Rice Service Award, North Carolina Housing Officers Association
- 2001 North Carolina College Personnel Association Outstanding Professional
“UNCG will always hold a special place in my heart,” says Carter. “It was here that I was given the opportunity to dream, to believe in myself, and become the successful student affairs professional I am today. To my colleagues at UNCG, I am deeply grateful for the time, energy, and support you invested in me. Our shared journey of learning and collaboration has been invaluable, and I sincerely hope that you will continue to carry forward the spirit of mentorship and support by investing in others as we did together.”
