Victoria Dozier, First Lady of Columbia College
Victoria Dozier’s journey is deeply rooted in Columbia, South Carolina. After relocating from New York as a child, she grew up just one block from Columbia College — a full-circle detail that makes her return to campus especially meaningful. She attended Richland One and Two public schools before becoming a first-generation college graduate at the University of South Carolina, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Although President John H. Dozier and Mrs. Dozier were friends in high school, their story truly began years later when they reconnected at a mutual friend’s holiday party after college. What started as a renewed friendship soon became a shared vision for service, leadership, and family. Two years later, they were married and began building a life grounded in faith, joy, and a deep commitment to community.
Mrs. Dozier later earned her Master of Business Administration from Belmont University. She brings more than 30 years of experience in engineering, business, and sales, having worked with companies such as Amoco Chemical, Square D, and Johnson & Johnson. She is also co-owner of Language Buzz, Columbia’s first world language center, reflecting her passion for global learning and cultural connection.
She serves as a commissioner for the Columbia Museum of Art and is actively engaged with arts and civic organizations, including the Boston Museum of Fine Arts Fashion Council, Boston Arts Academy Advisory Council Liaison Board, ArtsEmerson Advisory Council, the Robert Mills Neighborhood Association, The Sophisticates, Inc., Jack and Jill of America, Inc., and The Links, Incorporated.
Victoria enjoys gathering people around the table at Maxwell House, fostering meaningful conversations, supporting the arts, traveling, and spending family time with their three children, Olivia, Evans, and Sophia.
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As First Lady of Columbia College, I see my role as a connector: bringing students, families, alumni, and our community together to build something lasting, meaningful, and transformative.
Victoria Dozier
First Lady of Columbia College
Office of the First Lady Priorities
Mrs. Dozier is the visionary behind initiatives such as Wellness in Action, Dining with the Doziers, and the Koala Zen Room — all designed to cultivate confidence, connection, and holistic growth among students. Her work intentionally centers around the local community, aligning the college’s mission with tangible solutions that address health disparities, educational access, and neighborhood revitalization. Victoria is passionate about empowering students with life skills that complement their academic education — from professional etiquette and personal branding to leadership development and wellness advocacy.
Community Engagement & Partnerships
Since returning to Columbia College in 2023, Victoria has championed initiatives that elevate student leadership, wellness, and civic engagement. Victoria views her role as both supportive and catalytic — partnering with President Dozier to strengthen connections between campus and community while helping students thrive academically, professionally, and personally. Together, they approach leadership as a shared calling.
