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A Message From David Surratt

Dr. David Surratt is the Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students at the University of Oklahoma (OU). He serves as OU’s senior student affairs officer which includes the Norman campus as well as campuses in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and abroad in Arezzo, Italy. He is also a proud first-generation college student of multiethnic heritage serving as OU’s first Asian American and second African American vice president and dean of students. Dr. Surratt has 20 years of higher education experience with several colleges and institutions including University of California –Berkeley, Pennsylvania State University, Saint Peter’s University, and Rosemont College. In addition to his SSAO role, Dr. Surratt serves as a Distinguished Lecturer within the Jeannine Rainbolt College of Education. David holds a doctorate in Higher Education Administration from George Washington University and is also an alumnus of the University of Oklahoma earning a bachelor's degree in English Literature and a master's in Human Relations. Dr. Surratt is a member of several professional associations within higher education, is a board member for the Norman Regional Health Foundation, and is also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. For more info visit
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In Support of ACPA Foundation

Founded in 1994 during the presidency of Charles Schroeder, the purpose of the ACPA Educational Leadership Foundation (501c3 non-profit organization) is “to enhance the student affairs profession and to generate and disseminate knowledge of college students at all levels within higher education” (Article Three of the Articles of Incorporation). The organization is now known as the ACPA Foundation to more concisely communicate its role as the fundraising arm of ACPA College Student Educators International.

The Mission - The ACPA Foundation exists to support the priorities and activities of ACPA by raising funds and developing resources that help the Association fulfill its mission. 

The Vision - The ACPA Foundation will develop sufficient assets to effectively and sustainably fund ACPA’s efforts to provide excellent professional development opportunities to members, advance knowledge in the field, and support the transformative effect of education in the lives of college students.

In order to fulfill its purpose and mission, the Foundation invites members and non-members alike to provide philanthropic support for ACPA's vital initiatives involving research, scholarship, professional development and leadership program.