Stacey Zacharoff Promoted to Dean of Students at Atlantic Cape

MAYS LANDING — Atlantic Cape Community College has announced the promotion of Stacey Zacharoff to the position of Dean of Students for Student Affairs.

“With extensive experience in student services, Stacey brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to supporting our students. In her new role, she will oversee all programming within the Center for Student Success, as well as Advising, Counseling, Student Engagement, Judiciary Affairs, Academic Integrity and the Student Code of Conduct, while also encouraging, leading and supporting DEI initiatives for our students,” said Dr. Natalie Devonish, vice president, Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.

“Stacey has been a passionate advocate for students and their families, particularly in leading initiatives for mental health support. Her dedication and leadership have made a profound impact and we are excited to see her continue to drive positive change in her expanded role,” concluded Dr. Devonish.

Zacharoff has been an integral member of the College’s staff in several leadership positions since 2017. She most recently served as senior director for the Center for Student Success since April 2021. Zacharoff is honored and excited for this new professional challenge.

“Becoming the Dean of Students is not just a promotion, it's an opportunity to inspire, support and guide students towards achieving their goals and realizing their fullest potential,” said Zacharoff, who is currently working towards her Doctorate in Educational Leadership at Rowan University. “I am excited to embrace any challenges with enthusiasm and to work collaboratively with my colleagues who are committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of Atlantic Cape students.”

With a passion for working with first-generation students and working adult learners, Zacharoff, as dean of students, is committed to building and establishing relationships with students, faculty and staff to foster a supportive and collaborative environment, while promoting diversity and inclusion at the College’s three campuses to ensure that all students feel supported.

Zacharoff was originally named assistant director for Student Support Services in May 2017. In October 2018, she was named director for the Center for Student Success.

Zacharoff earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and Master of Arts Degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She has 27 years of higher education experience at a private religious institution, a four-year public university and two community colleges, including Atlantic Cape.

About Atlantic Cape Community College

Atlantic Cape Community College is a Middle States accredited, 2022 Achieving the Dream Leader College and Hispanic Serving Institution proudly serving the residents of Atlantic and Cape May counties. As a comprehensive, two-year community college, Atlantic Cape offers 47 undergraduate degree programs, and 33 certificate and professional series programs at its Mays Landing, Atlantic City and Cape May campuses. Atlantic Cape is home to the renowned Academy of Culinary Arts, rated the top culinary school in New Jersey, and for more than 50 years, our highly-acclaimed Nursing program. Atlantic Cape also partners with more than 30 colleges and four-year universities to offer students the opportunity to seamlessly earn a bachelor’s degree upon graduation.