Pioneer

My Responsibilities

As the Residence Director (RD) for Pioneer Hall, my role is to create a safe and inclusive living experience for students. I supervise a team of 18 Community Advisors (CA) and the Assistance Residence Director (ARD). I also work closely with the Business Operations Supervisor (BOS), Facilities Operations Supervisor (FOS), and Dining Manager to provide a seamless experience for students in the building.
 

Where I Can Help

• Cultivating community for all residents living on campus
• Answering general questions about Pioneer Hall
• Mediating conflicts and roommate concerns
• Providing opportunities for student growth around Social Justice and Inclusion
• Providing extra support for the unique needs of first generation, BPOC, LGBTQ+ and other marginalized students
• Response to crisis/emergency situations
• Checking in with students regarding their health and well-being
• Meeting with students who are going through the conduct process
• Ensuring that students are supported while at the U
   

Education History

Ed.M in College Student Affairs, Rutgers University-New Brunswick
B.A in Communication Studies  (Rhetorical and Cultural Analysis), Minors in International Studies and Spanish, Rowan University
 

Arrival at the University of Minnesota (year)

2020
 

Previous Positions Held

Graduate Hall Director at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Graduate Intern at TRiO Student Support Services at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Assistant Resident Director at Rowan University
Undergraduate Coordinator for the Dr. Harley E. Flack Peer Mentoring Program at Rowan University
 

My Favorite Quote

"Nothing is absolute. Everything changes, everything moves, everything revolves, everything flies and goes away."
- Frida Kahlo
 

Life Outside the U

If I am not in the office, you'll see me in gym clothes. I love teaching Group Fitness classes. I am certified to teach Lesmills BodyPump, Bodycombat, and CXWORX. Additionally, I live with a sassy orange tabby cat named Rubia.
 

Gender Pronouns

She/Her/Ella