Cordero named assistant director of Hutchinson Center
Jose Cordero III has been appointed the new assistant director for student and academic services at the University of Maine Hutchinson Center in Belfast.
In his new role, Cordero will oversee student support services at the center, including academic advising, admissions, financial aid, academic accommodations, degree completion and career counseling. He also will play an integral role in connecting Hutchinson Center students and staff with the greater UMaine community and the University of Maine System by advocating for new and continuing student services, programs and resources.
“I am thrilled to have Jose as part of the leadership team at the Hutchinson Center,” said Patricia Libby, Hutchinson Center director. “His strong roots in the midcoast community, commitment to the University of Maine mission, and diverse experience in higher education will support the mission and vision of the Hutchinson Center.”
Cordero graduated from Rockland District High School, now Oceanside East, and received a bachelor’s degree and master of education in higher education degree from UMaine.
“Having been raised by a teacher and educated in the midcoast area, I know there are amazing educational opportunities available that can inspire students to become leaders here in Maine and beyond,” Cordero said. “I am always eager to help students here realize their potential in college.”
Cordero brings 16 years of professional experience in higher education. He has worked in UMaine admissions, student life, multicultural affairs, academic advising and, most recently, three years in admissions at the University of California, Berkeley, in charge of Silicon Valley and New England recruitment and retention efforts.