Kresge Staff Directory
Kresge's Main Office: (831) 459-2071; Fax: (831) 459-5377 kresgecollegeoffice@u
Kresge Provost (book appointment): email the College Academic Programs Coordinator lwillend@ucsc.edu; Con
Kresge Academics & Advising: (831) 459-2071 kresgeadvising@ucsc.e
Kresge Programs Office/Activities: (831) 459-3925
Kresge Housing: (831) 459-4433 kresgehousing@ucsc.ed
Kresge Maintenance Office: (831) 459-3985 fixit.ucsc.edu
To book meeting, entertainment or conference spaces:
- Kresge Seminar Room (159) visit this page and fill out the google form with a ucsc.edu email address;
- Kresge Provost Residence and Kresge Writing Center: email the College Academic Programs Coordinator lwillend@ucsc.edu
- Kresge Town Hall and Kresge Student Lounge: http://kresge.ucsc.edu
/activities/facilities/index. html or email the Assistant College Programs Coordinator kresgeacpc@ucsc.ed u
Provost, Kresge College
Ben Leeds Carson
Contact: (831) 459-4512, kresgeprovost@ucsc.edu
Office: College OfficeBen Leeds Carson Summer/Fall Office Hours(no appointment necessary)Mondays 12:15 - 1:15 PMThursdays 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
I work with faculty, staff, and students to make Kresge both a home and a destination for intrepid learner; helps develop a curriculum that nurtures student passions and instills values of intellectual integrity and free inquiry; collaborates with advisors to support and strengthen our academic community and provide the support students needs to succeed, connects with Kresge’s ‘extended family’ of supporters and donors to envision a powerful future for the college.
Senior Director College Student Life
Mike Yamauchi-Gleason
Contact: (831) 459-5015, myg@ucsc.edu
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301AI oversee all of the Student Life functions of the College (e.g.,residential, programming, facilities, and budgets). I’m a strong student advocate and ally, and I’m a good person to seek out if you don’t know who to go to.
Academic Preceptor
Sarah Shane-Vasquez
Contact: (831) 459-4673, kresgeadvising@ucsc.edu
Office: College OfficeI oversee the Kresge Advising Office, and work collaboratively with staff and faculty throughout the campus to help ensure the best resources are available to Kresge’s students, from their first orientation meetings, to graduation and beyond. As an adviser, I help students navigate the University’s policies and procedures, find good answers to challenging questions, and find a sense of belonging and purpose at UCSC.
Academic Adviser
Casey Daubert
Contact: (831) 459-4722, kresgeadvising@ucsc.edu
Office: College Office
Greetings Slugs! I'm Casey Daubert, an Academic Adviser for Kresge College. I'm here to help you feel welcome, guide you through your college experience by actively listening to your goals, aspirations and at times helping you process new challenges that present themselves. Feel free to connect with me for questions on academic policy & procedures, major exploration, or to share how your quarter has been going and to just say hi! I'm proud to be working with you and I encourage you to reach out to the Kresge team when you need our assistance.
Academic Adviser
Thao Mai
Thao is on leave for the Fall Quarter
Contact: (831) 459-4432, kresgeadvising@ucsc.edu
Office: College OfficeI advise students on their academic progress, academic difficulty and empower them to make thoughtful and well-informed decisions related to their academic endeavors.
Peer Advisor
Kevin Hue
Contact: kresgeadvising@ucsc.edu
Office: College OfficeHi! My name is Kevin Hue and I’m a fourth year Computer Engineering major from Irvine, California. I’m a Rachel Carson College affiliate and my pronouns are, he/him/his. I look forward to helping each and every one of you this year at the Kresge College Office. Good luck to all of you on your academic journey.
Peer Advisor
Jessica Cooke
Contact: kresgeadvising@ucsc.edu
Office: College OfficeHi friends! My name is Jessica Cooke, my pronouns are she/hers, and I am from Clovis, California. I am so excited to be a Peer Advisor this year and I can’t wait to support you on your academic journey! A little bit about me - I’m a third year transfer student majoring in Intensive Psychology and I am affiliated with Kresge College! I am on the UCSC Dance Team and I am also the External VP of the Regents Scholars Society! My favorite quote that has inspired me throughout my academic journey is “With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.” -Eleanor Roosevelt
College Assistant
Lale Yasemin Kaya
Lale is on leave
Contact: (831) 459-2071, kresgecollegeoffice@ucsc.edu
Office: College OfficeMy position is Receptionist for the Advising Office and Supervisor of the Kresge Mailroom.
College Academic Manager
Labris Willendorf
Contact: (831) 459-4792, lwillend@ucsc.edu
Office: Kresge 162 (2nd floor College Office)I collaboratively plan and implement Kresge’s academic life, from course scheduling and faculty hiring to event planning. You can also reach out to me with questions about student scholarships that are Kresge-specific, and I also help Kresge student organizations with purchase orders and other financial processes. I coordinate Kresge’s social media presence.
Associate Director College Student Life
Kathy Cooney
Contact: (831) 459-5255, kmcooney@ucsc.edu
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301AAs the Associate Director College Student Life, my role is to make sure that you all are having a safe enjoyable time during your time living with us. I work Collaboratively with the Coordinators for Residential Education, Housing Coordinator, Housing Office Manager, and various offices on campus to assist in the development and organization of housing assignments, student conduct, student programs, safety and security of all of you, and much more. Ultimately my goal is creating an environment that is inclusive and where you all can succeed academically and personally.
Housing Coordinator
D. J. Bell
Contact: (831) 459-4433, dijbell@ucsc.edu
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301AI help students secure housing in an effort to foster a sense of belonging and community with opportunities for their success.
Residential Life & Housing Office Coordinator
Laurick Calanno
Contact: 459-4433
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301AHousing questions? I can help! I manage all residential key access and help keep residents safe. I also serve as the housing office manager.
Assistant Director, Residential Education
TBA
Contact: 459-1493
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301
Coordinator of Residential Education/Interim Assistant Director, Residential Education
Savanah Headstone
Contact: (831) 459-1074, saheadle@ucsc.edu
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301Coordinator of Residential Education
Jacey Mize
Contact: (831) 502-7124, jlmize@ucsc.edu
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301Hello everyone, my name is Jacey Mize. I use She/her/hers pronouns. I am from Arkansas and attended Arkansas State University. I got my Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences and my Masters in College Student Personnel Services. I was an RA and a Hall Director there before transitioning into the REC role at UC Merced for the past two and a half years. I am excited to begin a new journey at UC Santa Cruz!
Co-Ordinator for Conduct and Education
TBA
Contact: (831) 459-3262
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301
College Programs Coordinator
Mia Victoria
Contact: (831) 459-4434,
Office: Programs OfficeHi there! My name is Francesca Mia C. Victoria, and I usually go by Mia. I am a Merrill alum, majored in Business Management Economics. Previously worked at Crown and Merrill Colleges as an ACPC, where I've advised an annual charity benefit dance committee and co-advised the Merrill Pottery Co-Op. I´m enthusiastic about joining the team and look forward to meeting everyone in person.
Assistant College Programs Coordinator
TBA
Contact: (831) 459-3925, kresgeacpc@ucsc.edu
Office: Programs OfficeHello! I am Kresge’s Assistant College Programs Coordinator. I work in the Programs office with our student Program Assistants to put on events and activities for students throughout the quarter, like College Night. I hope to build a better sense of community at Kresge through our events and I look forward to seeing you at some of them. Check out our ‘Activities’ tab to find out more!
Assistant to the Senior Director College Student Life
Sue Roth
Contact: (831) 459-2467, sroth@ucsc.edu
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301I am the administrative assistant to the Porter/Kresge Senior Director, College Student Life with the Porter/Kresge Community. If I cannot help you directly or answer your questions, I will direct you to someone who can.
Budget Analyst
Mary Sierra
Contact: (831) 459-2037, mjsierra@ucsc.edu
Office: Kresge Apartment J-301I’m the Business Administrator for Porter & Kresge Colleges. I take care of all the details of purchasing, I analyze expenditures (and income), and make sure all proper guidelines are being followed during every step of the process.
Groundskeeper
Katharina Pierini
Contact: (831) 459-2157, kpierini@ucsc.edu
Office: Groundskeeper ShopI am the gardener/groundskeeper here at Kresge. If you see me around feel free to say “hi”; if you need help with something I might be able to help or direct you to someone who can.
Senior Building Maintenance Worker Supervisor
Devin Sodt
Contact: fixit.ucsc.edu
Senior Building Maintenance Worker
Ian Mitchell
Contact: fixit.ucsc.edu
Office: Maintenance ShopI help maintain the facilities here at Kresge. I like to think that I am a familiar face that students will feel comfortable speaking to about anything.
Senior Building Maintenance Worker
Mussie Gebreyouhans
Contact: fixit@ucsc.edu
Office: Maintenance ShopMy role is carrying out routine scheduled maintenance work, responding to reports of equipment faults, and diagnosing other breakdowns and problems.
Director, STARS at Kresge
Sara Radoff
Contact: (831) 459-4968, saradoff@ucsc.edu
Office: STARS at Kresge OfficeMy passion in life is working to transform educational policies and practices to make them more socially just. My core values include developing caring relationships with students, colleagues, and friends, seeking out opportunities for collaboration and connection, and unapologetically challenging systems of oppression. I am dedicated to serving students and supporting their success. Prior to joining STARS, I served as the Academic Preceptor at Oakes College. Before that, I worked in international education and community development work. I received a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Montana, and
a M.A. from the University of British Columbia, specializing in Society, Culture, and Politics in Education.
Food Service Manager, Porter/Kresge Dining Hall
Mirjam Kuusik
Contact: (831) 459-4773, mkuusik@ucsc.edu
Offices: Porter-Kresge Dining HallI am your access to food World. Have a question about the Porter/Kresge Dining Hall --- I am your person!
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