Director of Student Services and Special Assistant to the Vice President

Email: rlaylo@mailbox.sc.edu

With over 14 years of experience in various Student Affairs and Auxiliary Service roles, Rhonda previously served as the executive assistant to the President at North Park University in Chicago, IL.  At North Park, she worked closely with the President, senior leadership, and the Board of Trustees as a partner in operations and administration overseeing the planning and execution of programs, including convocations, commencement and board meetings.

Additionally, Laylo held a similar role as Executive Assistant to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs where she provided administrative support, lead a variety of divisional programming, and liaison with other campus units and external partners.

A dedicated Higher Education practitioner, she has held several volunteer and leadership roles in professional associations such as ACUI, NASPA, and NACAS.

Rhonda holds a Green Belt in Six Sigma Certification and earned a bachelor's degree in history from the University of Illinois at Chicago.