Chris Bridgers
Staff • Student Support Team

Chris Bridgers

Assistant Director, Student Engagement and Retention

Company/Organization: Wake Forest School of Professional Studies

Chris is the Assistant Director for Student Engagement and Retention. In his role with the School of Professional Studies, he focuses on creating opportunities for students to better connect with SPS and excel in their respective programs. He is passionate about student success, DEIA initiatives, and personal development. Before joining SPS, Chris worked in Campus Activities at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and in Housing and Residence Life at Radford University. Outside of work, you’ll likely find Chris spending time with family and friends, walking his dog, or cheering on the Raiders.

Education:

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, M.S., Counselor Education

East Carolina University, B.A., Sociology

Interests:

College access

First-generation college experience

Live music

Las Vegas Raiders

Spending time with family and friends