The University of Georgia’s vice president for student affairs, Victor K. Wilson, Georgia Renaissance, was elected to Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity’s National Board of Directors on Thursday, September 3, 2015.

Wilson’s election furthers Sigma Phi Epsilon’s commitment to serving as a valued partner in higher education. The fraternity’s Balanced Man Program, focused on personal and professional development, has provided an alternative to the pledging system since 1991, and its Residential Learning Community program has transformed higher education’s expectations for fraternity housing.

Wilson is the first to fill one of two newly established director roles reserved for higher education professionals who understand the importance of the out-of-classroom experience and the holistic development of college students today. As a national director, Wilson will help the fraternity set and achieve strategic goals related to student safety, healthy relationships, academic success, professional preparedness, diversity, communication and leadership.

As vice president for student affairs at UGA, Wilson serves as the university’s chief student affairs officer, overseeing a student affairs division of 19 departments and nearly 700 staff members dedicated to enhancing the learning environment for students. He serves on the President’s Cabinet, the Provost Advisory Council, the Senior Advisory Group, and is a member of the University Council.

Wilson has three decades of experience in higher education administration and student affairs. He is a strong advocate for students and student development, particularly the inclusion and success of students from historically underrepresented groups. Wilson has authored numerous scholarly articles and given presentations on issues of race, ethics, crisis management, and staff development in higher education.

Wilson has also held leadership roles in several other national organizations, including the National Orientation Directors Association and the American College Personnel Association.

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Sigma Phi Epsilon is the nation’s largest college fraternity, with more than 15,000 undergraduates on 228 campuses across the United States. Established in 1901, its mission is “Building Balanced Men,” which is achieved through a continuous member development program focused on academic achievement, healthy lifestyle choices and leadership development. The fraternity currently maintains a 3.16 national GPA.