We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Mark Hine at Liberty University. Dr. Hine is a long-term resident of the Lynchburg region and in this episode you'll hear him describe just how much has changed after the last four decades. You'll also hear his thoughts on the new student life and mental health awareness, leadership styles, and lessons-learned from his life experiences.

About Dr. Mark Hine

Dr. Mark Hine, Senior Vice President for Student Affairs, oversees the Office of the Dean of Students, Office of Residence Life, Student Health and Wellness Services, Office of Student Affairs Assessment, Student Government Association and Army and Air Force ROTC. He ensures that these offices provide guidance, programming, counseling, orientation, and support to students. Through extensive planned activities, students participate in spiritual, social, recreational and cultural activities that enhance their personal development.

Dr. Hine began working for LU’s Division of Student Affairs in 1979 when he became a Resident Director. Since that time, Dr. Hine has served as Associate Dean of Men, Dean of Graduate and Commuter Students, acting Dean of Men, Dean of Students, Associate Vice President for Student Development, Vice President for Student Affairs and now, Senior Vice President for Student Affairs.

Dr. Hine graduated from Liberty University in 1978 with a B.S. in Youth Ministry. In 1983, he earned his M.Div. from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary and completed his D.Min. in May 2003.