Colin Stewart

Colin Stewart grew up in the Pacific Northwest and is a dynamic and transformative leader with 18 years of distinguished experience in Student Affairs. With a strong foundation in Catholic higher education, Colin has successfully led Housing and Residence Life, Student Conduct, Student Activities, Leadership Programs, Student Unions, Campus Recreation, Theatres, and Multicultural Student Engagement. His strategic initiatives have revolutionized campus life through large signature events, student unions, men’s success programs, artificial intelligence, leadership development, and pioneering esports initiatives.

Colin's unwavering dedication to inclusion and creativity is evident throughout his professional journey. He holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from Illinois State University and a M.Ed. in Student Development Administration from Seattle University. He is also a co-editor of the influential book Disruptive Transformation: Leading Creative and Innovative Teams in Higher Education. At the University of Portland, Colin is excited to leverage his extensive experience and passion for creating exceptional student and staff experiences to support and enrich the university community.