Nathan Fuerst is the Vice President for Student Life and Enrollment at the University of Connecticut, where he leads a wide range of areas that shape the student journey—from Admissions and Financial Aid to Residential Life, Dining Services, Student Health & Wellness, and more. His work touches all UConn campuses and is centered on creating a welcoming, student-focused experience from first interest to graduation and beyond.
Nathan is driven by a deep commitment to putting students first. Whether it’s improving how students connect with services or strengthening support across the student experience, his leadership is guided by the belief that every interaction matters.
He joined UConn in 2011 as Director of Undergraduate Admissions and has held several leadership roles since. In 2018, he was named Vice President following a national search, and in 2023, his role expanded to bring student life and enrollment efforts together under one umbrella—strengthening UConn’s holistic approach to student engagement.
Originally from Nebraska, Nathan began his career at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and holds both a BA and MBA from there. He currently serves on the boards of the Coalition for College and New Haven Promise and is actively involved in a number of university-wide initiatives focused on access, inclusion, and student success.
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