Tyrone Wicks

Biography

Tyrone Wicks brings to Oberlin College an extensive background in public safety, with over 20 years of experience. Before his appointment at Oberlin College, he was the National Field Operations Manager, overseeing technology solutions teams in Florida and Texas for clients like Samsung, Best Buy, Walmart, and Acer. He served on various boards and commissions, including the Pensacola, Florida, board of the NAACP. Wicks has a distinguished career, having served and retired as a Florida Sheriff's Deputy, where he undertook roles such as School Resource Officer and participated in federal and state task forces.

Presently, Wicks is the President of the Ohio Chapter of the National Association of Campus Safety Administrators, the nation's largest association of Campus Safety professionals. He is also an active Oberlin Heritage Society's Board of Trustees member. In addition to these roles, he serves as the vice president of the Oberlin Community Improvement Corporation (OCIC) and is a board member of the Lorain County General Health District Board, representing Oberlin and Amherst cities.

Wicks has a deep-rooted connection to Oberlin College as a native of the area, with family ties to the institution spanning several decades. He proudly continues his dedicated service to the Oberlin community with enthusiasm and commitment.