Messenger - Vol. 4, No. 3, Page 13
1995
Smith heads student life

     Roland McFatridge Smith, vice president for student affairs at
the University of Oklahoma since 1991, became UD's new vice president
for student life in May. A native of Texas, Smith held positions at
the University of Houston and at Carnegie Mellon University, where he
served as associate provost for academic affairs from 1980-85. A
former secondary school teacher and a professor of history, Smith is
responsible for leadership of the offices of Admissions, Financial
Aid, Career Services, Counseling and Student Development, Dean of
Students, Residence Life, Student Health Service, Student Center and
Student Services for Athletes. He is an Army veteran.