Dawn Brockman

Dawn Brockman is the Dean of Students at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, where she oversees student life, housing, security, accessibility, mental health, discipline, and advocacy. With a career spanning more than 20 years in public education, Dawn has dedicated herself to student leadership, engagement, and inclusive campus culture. She previously served as Executive Director of the Oklahoma Association of Student Councils, advising high school student councils across the state, and has held teaching positions in leadership and Latin at several Oklahoma high schools. Dawn’s work is grounded in student advocacy and accountable leadership, emphasizing structures that connect students to campus life, alumni, and community engagement. In addition to her higher education role, she serves on the Norman Public Schools Board of Education and is actively involved in supporting female candidates through initiatives like Sally’s List. Dawn is recognized for advancing innovative policies in education, including Oklahoma’s first ICE policy at the district level, and has received numerous fellowships and honors, including induction into the University of Oklahoma Jeanine Rainbolt College of Education Alumni Hall of Fame. An attorney with a Juris Doctorate from the University of Oklahoma College of Law, Dawn combines her legal expertise with decades of experience in teaching, student leadership, and nonprofit administration. She has presented workshops at national education conferences and facilitated charitable initiatives supporting children and families, reflecting her commitment to equity, advocacy, and meaningful community impact.