Marcus Collins (BS, Pembroke State University, 1996; MS, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, 2001; Ed.D, North Carolina State University, 2015) has served as the Associate Dean of the Center for Student Success since 2016, after serving in an interim role for the academic year 2015. He came to UNC in the fall of 2001 to serve as the Assistant Dean within the unit. In his role he provides administrative oversight for all units within CFSS which includes the Summer Bridge program, Peer Mentoring, Carolina Firsts (First-Generation Students), Transfer Student Services and the UNC Writing and Learning Centers. Dr. Collins has also served as the interim director of the UNC American Indian Center during 2011-12 and most recently 2021-22. He serves on various advisory boards and committees for the university and is involved with major fundraising efforts within his unit and the College of Arts and Sciences. While his work focuses mostly on administrative tasks, he thoroughly enjoys advising, supporting, and mentoring students. He has been recognized for his advising efforts as a two-time recipient of the Class of 1996 Excellence in Advising Award from the Academic Advising department, and the Carolina Indian Circle (CIC) Circle Award from the undergraduate student organization. Most recently he was inducted into the Order of the Golden Fleece in 2018. Dr. Collins is a proud citizen of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina.