Ben Witt

Associate Dean of Students
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 331-2747

Ben Witt serves as Associate Dean of Students in the Dean of Students Office at Grand Valley State University. A proud GVSU alumnus, Ben earned his bachelor’s degree in History and Criminal Justice from Grand Valley in 2002 and later completed a Master of Science in Administration at Central Michigan University.

Ben brings more than two decades of experience in higher education and student affairs leadership. Prior to his current role, he served as Director of the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution at GVSU. Before returning to Grand Valley in 2021, he held leadership positions in student conduct and student affairs at California State University, Chico; Humboldt State University; Purdue University; and Central Michigan University. He began his professional career with the United States Secret Service in Washington, D.C.

Throughout his career, Ben has championed restorative practices, student development, and collaborative approaches to conflict resolution and student support. He is actively involved in professional organizations including the Association for Student Conduct Administration (ASCA) and remains committed to fostering student success, accountability, and community well-being.

Strengths: Restorative | Context | Adaptability | Individualization | Strategic

Reneé Malkowski (she, her, hers)

Deputy Director
Email: [email protected]

As a Conflict Resolution Facilitator and licensed attorney with over 20 years practical litigation and mediation experience, I am committed to restorative practices as a guide in resolving conflict, reducing harmful behavior, and promoting positive outcomes for students.

Strengths: Input | Individualization | Intellection | Relator | Learner