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About Us
The Office of Student-Athlete Excellence (OSAE) serves as the academic hub and liaison for NYU's varsity athletes, working in partnership with primary academic advisors to help students balance rigorous academic requirements with the demands of elite competition. Operating within the Office of Undergraduate Academic Affairs and reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, the OSAE is the strategic bridge between the playing field and the classroom. We believe that the skills learned on the field of competition—discipline, teamwork, and perseverance—are the same skills required for academic success. Through personalized support, we ensure our Violets are not just graduating, but flourishing. The OSAE is also the proud home of the Violet Leadership Academy, our signature four-year program for personal leadership and professional discovery.
Our Mission
The Office of Student-Athlete Excellence staff is designed to empower the "Whole Human" through an ecosystem that fosters academic curiosity and supports personal well-being. Our mission is realized through:
- Academic Stewardship: Ensuring every student-athlete holds themselves to the highest standards of integrity and has equitable access to resources, from the Bursar to the classroom.
- Holistic Support: Providing the necessary resources—from exam proctoring to academic coaching—to help students successfully balance the dual demands of varsity sports and NYU academics.
- Personalized Development: Stewarding the Violet Leadership Academy to build leaders for life, not just for the season.
- Resource Identification and Navigation: Empowering athletes to cultivate essential academic skills and professional discovery through intentional referrals and informed decision-making—all while aligning with the high standards of the University.
Core Values
- Uncompromising Integrity: We champion a culture of accountability where every student-athlete takes full ownership of their academic journey and personal conduct, ensuring their achievements are built on a foundation of integrity and transparency.
- Transformational Growth: We are committed to a growth mindset that transcends the field of play, fostering the curiosity, resilience, and leadership necessary to build "leaders for life" who are prepared for the world beyond the season.
- Collaborative Advocacy: We thrive as a dedicated bridge between athletic demands and academic rigor, prioritizing the communication and navigation that ensure no athlete walks their path alone. We connect students to the broader University ecosystem through proactive, expert stewardship.
- Inclusive Belonging: We are dedicated to building a sustainable community where every one of our student-athletes feels a deep sense of belonging. By infusing our work with connection, responsiveness, and joy, we create an environment where every student-athlete is empowered to show up as their whole self.
Meet the Staff
Ryan Westman
Director, Academic & Student-Athlete Support Services
Teams: Baseball, M/W Cross Country, M/W Tennis, M/W Track & Field, Wrestling, M/W Fencing, M/W Golf, Women's Volleyball
Phone: 212-998-2028
Email: rw110@nyu.edu
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Mindy Reger
Associate Director, Academic & Student-Athlete Support Services
Teams: M/W Basketball, M/W Soccer, Softball, Men's Volleyball, M/W Swimming & Diving
Phone: 212-998-2038
Email: mer14@nyu.edu
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Marissa Muoio
Academic and Program Administrator
Phone: 212-998-2038
Email: mcm9133@nyu.edu
Caroline Quan
Administrative Aide
Phone: 212-998-2038
Email: caq1@nyu.edu
Find Us
Office of Student-Athlete Excellence
404 Lafayette Street
New York, NY 10003
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