Dr. Rene Couture

HEAD, School of Professional and Community Education

BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Couture is the Director of the Masters in Higher Education and Student Affairs. He has been with the HESA department since 2012 after having worked in various student affairs roles at four other institutions. His research interests are centered on academic advising issues, first-generation students, and exploring differences among colleges and college students from varying geographical regions in the U.S. He holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership, an M.S. in Student Affairs Administration, and a B.A. in Psychology. Dr. Couture enjoys traveling and exploring area hiking trails with his family.

EDUCATION HISTORY

  • BA-Saint Michael's College
  • MS-Indiana State University
  • PHD-University of Northern Colorado 

Recently Taught Courses

  • SAA 6023 - INTRO TO STUDENT AFFAIRS ADMIN
  • SAA 6063 - SAA CAPSTONE SEMINAR
  • SAA 6083 - PRACTICUM I IN SAA
  • SAA 6113 - RESEARCH DESIGN ANALYSIS
  • SAA 6153 - ADVISING STUDENT GROUPS
  • SAA 6163 - ACADEMIC ADVISING
  • SAA 6173 - CAREER ADVISING
  • SAA 6283 - ADVISING PRACTICUM