Jonathan Vann

Director, Center for Student Advancement

Hometown: Norman, Oklahoma

Jonathan came to OU as a student in 2007 and started his higher education career at OU in 2013. Before he joined the Center for Student Advancement office, he served as an Academic Life Coach for 8 years where he worked with first-year students one-to-one and helped them transition from high school into college. Some of his favorite things include: spending time with his family, woodworking, music, video games, anything related to The Legend of Zelda, sports, spending time outdoors, and being active.

Do you have a favorite OU tradition?

Commencement is my favorite tradition. I have worked behind the scenes at Commencement multiple times, and I love seeing how the entire university and colleges comes together to celebrate our students who are graduating.

What is the best part about working with students?

I love having the opportunity to help students create the best college experience possible.

Best advice for undergrads?

Begin with the end in mind. Imagine you are at graduation and just had the best OU experience. Ask yourself what has to happen for that to be reality and start taking action.