Housing and Residence Life supports the academic success and personal development of our students through the residential experience. From our Leadership Team to Undergraduate Staff to Resident Directors, our team serves as educators who shape the learning and growth of our students.
To meet our team and learn more about our mission please click here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How have you grown as a professional in HRL?
“I feel as though I have grown a lot as an Assistant Director in Housing and Residence Life. This role has expanded my skill set and reinforced my commitment to supporting students. Collaborating with colleagues to create solutions to better the student experience has helped a lot in understanding the work behind the scenes that happens every day.”
- Shawn Woleslagle, Assistant Director for Technology
“This is by far the most diverse group of individuals I have ever worked with. HRL at Tulane has shown me the true definition of inclusion and equity and allows me to apply these definitions to my every day work."
- Jarell Miller, Assistant Director for Residence Life
“I have become more confident in my ability to orchestrate tasks and supervise 22 RAs as well as gaining a high level of knowledge and maturity when speaking with students and parents. I have also been able to grow my network circle with the greater Tulane community and other higher education professionals through conferences.”
- Maia Radhakrishnan, Resident Director
What do you love most about working for HRL?
“What I love most about working in Tulane Housing and Residence Life is the fun and supportive atmosphere of our department. From my first day here, everyone has been invested in both my professional and personal journey. I know that when I need help with an event or coverage while I'm away from the office, I have a team who will step up to support me.”
- Connor Dizor, Resident Director
“The system of support. I always feel like I have access to resources and people to make the decisions and actions I need to serve students best."
- Esther Benton, Associate Director of Housing
“I appreciate the opportunity to engage with projects aligned with my expertise and interests, and to collaborate with knowledge colleagues from whom I can learn. The flexibility also afforded to me enables the establishment of a work-life balance.”
- Tom Yi, Resident Director
What is your favorite HRL memory or tradition?
“My favorite HRL tradition is the HRL End of Year Banquet because I love the fact that we celebrate our staff and recognize their hard work in a big way that shows them that we value them.”
- Jamaya Magee, Project Assistant
“My favorite HRL experience is always Move-In. It's time when our whole department gets to come together and fulfill a common goal. I love seeing how the operations of everything works, connecting with students and their families, connecting with campus partners who are volunteering with us, and seeing our student staff members go above and beyond in their work to make the experience a good one for all those moving in. I also love supporting our team in various ways on those days -- making PJs runs to energize my RA staff and our greeter tent, moving furniture with our facilities team, managing student support in both residence halls, and ensuring parents that their students will be well taken care of when they leave. I genuinely love to see the collaboration and impact the work we do makes during this time!"
- Shannon Relevant, Resident Director
“My favorite HRL tradition is our annual Dip Day competition during the summer. It is a fun way to showcase our favorite dips and spend time with those from other areas within our department!”
- Whitney Melancon, Assistant Director for Residence Life
