Justin Landis

Justin (he/him/his) is originally from Brookville, Ohio, and graduated with a BS in History from Manchester University (Indiana). He received his MEd from Grand Valley State University in College Student Affairs and Leadership. Justin is a 20-year veteran of higher education and began his current role in University Advising in the summer of 2023. Justin lives near Dexter, Michigan, with his wife and two daughters.

What do you like the most about being an advisor?

Working with students from various backgrounds and watching them grow personally, academically, and professionally as they complete their degree(s).

What does "Spartans Will" mean to you?

It means a lot of different things, but what comes to mind first is resiliency and making an impact on our community- both locally and globally.

Where did you go to college/university?

I received a Bachelor of Science in history from Manchester University (Indiana) and a master of education in college student affairs and leadership from Grand Valley State University. I also did some work at the University of Hertfordshire in England while I was completing my master's degree.

What is an interesting fact about you?

While I've scaled back in recent years to focus on my family and "real job", I've been a scout / data editor for the FIFA (now EA FC) video game series since 2003. I even appeared as an in-game referee in a few versions of the game!