Dr. Thaddeus J. Mantaro is a distinguished leader in higher education administration and student wellness, currently serving as the Inaugural Dean of Student Health and Wellness at Dallas College. With a Doctorate in Higher Education Administration from Texas Tech University, his work focuses on integrating and expanding holistic wellness programs for a diverse student body.

In his role, Dr. Mantaro has spearheaded the development of comprehensive wellness services, including health and counseling initiatives that have significantly improved student engagement and retention. Notable accomplishments include supervising thousands of health and counseling sessions, leading impactful outreach events, and establishing key partnerships with prominent institutions.

Previously, Dr. Mantaro served as the Inaugural Associate Dean of Health Services and Promotion at Dallas College, where he advanced health services and promotion across multiple campuses. His extensive experience also includes roles such as Senior Manager at Elite Research, Director of Wellbeing Quality Enhancement Plan at the University of North Texas, and Director of Health and Wellbeing Initiative at Texas Woman’s University. His career is marked by a commitment to improving student wellbeing through innovative programs and strategic partnerships.

Dr. Mantaro’s career began in community and educational settings, where he directed various student and community programs. He has a rich background in counseling, marketing, and community engagement, which complements his leadership in higher education.