VP for Campus Life

Gail Short Hanson has been at AU since July 1997. She provides senior executive leadership for 15 departments organized into two teams: the Student Learning Development Team and the Intercultural Team.Dr. Hanson has spent more than 35 years in higher... [More]

Assistant Vice President of Campus Life & Director, ISSS

Dr. Fanta Aw is Assistant Vice President of Campus Life and Director of International Student and Scholar Services at American University in Washington D.C. Dr. Aw oversees all administrative, programmatic and personnel operations related to Internat... [More]

Assistant Vice President for Housing & Dining Programs

Chris Moody has served as the Executive Director of Housing and Dining Programs at American University in Washington, D.C. since February 2007. Previously, he was the Associate Director for Guest and Visitor Services from 2005-2007 and Assistant Dire... [More]

Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students

Robert Hradsky oversees the Office of Campus Life’s student learning and development team including the Academic Support Center, Counseling Center, Dean of Students Office, Disability Support Services, New Student Programs, Student Conduct and Confli... [More]

Special Assistant to the Vice President

Bernie's diversified background encompasses more than 19 years of experience in higher education administration with positions in residence life & housing, fraternity & sorority life, student activities, judicial affairs, community relations and over... [More]

Director of Administration & Budget

Assistant Vice President of Campus Life & Director, ISSS

Dr. Fanta Aw is Assistant Vice President of Campus Life and Director of International Student and Scholar Services at American University in Washington D.C. Dr. Aw oversees all administrative, programmatic and personnel operations related to Internat... [More]

Director, Programming, Outreach & Advocacy

Sara started at American University in 2007 as the Director of the GLBTA Resource Center and became the the Director of Programming, Outreach and Advocacy for the Center for Diversity and Inclusion in August 2012. Sara received her Bachelor of Arts i... [More]

Director of Student Health Center

Dan provides direction for the campus community on public health issues, facilitates and coordinates access to health and wellness services for students, administers the university sponsored health insurance plan, and ensures compliance with applicab... [More]

Director, Center for Community Engagement & Service

Marcy Fink Campos joined AU’s Center for Community Engagement & Service in 2004. As Director, she oversees all office programs and serves as the liaison to the Office of Campus Life, Academic Affairs, and to other campuses involved in community-based... [More]

Director of Counseling Center

Dr. Wanda Collins is a licensed psychologist and Director of the Counseling Center at American University. Her theoretical orientation incorporates developmental, psychodynamic, and existential frameworks. She has particular interests in: Group thera... [More]

University Chaplain and Senior Adjunct Professorial Lecturer

Joe Eldridge has spent more than twenty-five years working in the public policy arena as an advocate and analyst on international human rights and humanitarian issues. In 1991 he established the Washington Office of the Lawyers Committee for Human Ri... [More]

Senior Director, University Center & Student Activities

Mike has over twenty-five years of collaborative leadership and management experience as a university center/student activities administrator at both public and private four-year campuses. Mike’s previous experience includes the positions of Director... [More]

Adjunct Professorial Lecturer

As Director of Student Activities, Dr. Karen Gerlach provides leadership and administrative guidance on a wide range of student group activities and programs which are supportive of the University mission and create a link between the academic and co... [More]

Director, Conference & Residential Services

Curtis Hoover has served as the Director of Conference and Residential Services at American University in Washington, D.C. since May 2010. Prior to coming to American University, Curtis worked at several institutions in the Boston area – Emerson Coll... [More]

Director of Operations & Administration

Chad is originally from New Hampshire and moved to D.C. in 1995 as a sophomore transfer student, after completing a four year tour of duty as a Marine Infantryman. Chad completed his AU undergraduate studies in Economic Theory in 1998 while working f... [More]

Director, Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution

Rosie McSweeney was born in Minnesota and received her bachelor’s degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. She holds two masters degrees from Arizona State University, one in Mass Communications and the other in Social Work. She feels privilege... [More]

Assistant Vice President for Housing & Dining Programs

Chris Moody has served as the Executive Director of Housing and Dining Programs at American University in Washington, D.C. since February 2007. Previously, he was the Associate Director for Guest and Visitor Services from 2005-2007 and Assistant Dire... [More]

Director, New Student Programs

Senior Director, Academic Support & Access

Kathy Schwartz has been associated with the Academic Support Center since 1982 and the director since 1998. Her field of expertise is learning disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Kathy balances providing direct service to AU st... [More]

Senior Director, Center for Diversity & Inclusion

Ms. Tiffany Speaks joined AU in 2007 and began as Senior Director of the Center for Diversity & Inclusion in August 2012. Prior to American University, Tiffany worked at the University of Oklahoma as director of the Women's Outreach Center and an ad... [More]

Director, Wellness Center

Assistant Dean of Students

Marianne Huger Thomson is the Assistant Dean of Students and Interim Director of Disability Support Services (DSS) at American University. She oversees the operations of the DSS office and serves as a member of the Dean of Students office. In this ca... [More]

Director of Residence Life

Rick Treter has worked at American University for 11 years. He has been the Director of Residence Life since May 2004. Prior to coming to American University, Rick also worked as an Assistant Director at Georgetown University Law Center. He is respon... [More]

International Student Advisor

As an International Student Advisor in the International Student and Scholar Services, Elyas functions as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternative Responsible Officer (ARO) to provide immigration and cultural advice to F-1 students and J-1 ex... [More]

Alcohol & Other Drug Educator

Anna joined the Wellness Center as the Alcohol and Other Drug Health Education Coordinator in August 2012. Prior to coming to AU, she served as the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Health Educator at the University of Pittsburgh. During her time at A... [More]

Assistant Director, Center Community Engagement & Service

Robin Adams is the Assistant Director for Center for Community Engagement & Service. She also serves as Director for the DC Reads program. Robin has lived and worked in Washington D.C. over 15 years. She has had a long standing career in both the non... [More]

Assistant Director, Student Success & Retention

Isaac Agbeshie-Noye joined the MA staff in May 2011. Prior to coming to American, he worked in residence life and student activities at the George Washington University. Selected as a Gates Millennium Scholar in 2002, Isaac earned a Bachelor’s degree... [More]

Assistant Director of Learning Communities & Assessment

Ryan has served as the Assistant Director of Learning Communities and Assessment since July of 2011. Prior to coming to American University Ryan worked as a Coordinator of Student Development at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obi... [More]

Resident Director: Hughes and Nebraska Halls

Jason Autry joined the American University staff in September 2009 and serves as the Resident Director of Hughes and Nebraska Halls with Housing and Dining Programs. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree with high honors in English Literature and a M... [More]

Associate Director,for Exchange Visitors & Student Services

With over 20 years of experience in International Education and Exchange, Senem is overseeing the ISSS front line, admissions and immigration services, and managing the university’s J1 Exchange Visitor Program. She is active in NAFSA leadership: Asso... [More]

Manager, Disability Services

Jennifer serves as the Coordinator for Disability Support Services. For two years, Jennifer served as a Resident Director for Letts, Clark, and Roper Halls housing all first-year students. Before working at AU, she worked as a Community Coordinator f... [More]

Associate Director, Residential Facilities

Patient Service Representative

Kiana was born and raised in Washington, D.C. Kiana has been apart of AU for several years, starting at the Office of the Registrar as a student worker in 2002 then becoming a full time employee. Kiana started at the Student Health Center in 2009. Ki... [More]

Operations Administrator

Jeffrey Bloom has served as the Residential Services Coordinator with Housing & Dining Programs since May 2010. Prior to assuming this role, Jeffrey served the department as the Information and Technology Assistant for two years, as well as a Confere... [More]

Web Communications Coordinator

A member of the OCL staff since 2011, Patrick coordinates the division’s online content and tells its stories through the web. He brings a diverse writing perspective to AU, having studied and worked in places including Spain, Argentina, England and ... [More]

Assistant Director, ASC-Student Athletics

Breslin rejoined the staff of American University in the spring of 2007 after traveling from city to city with the Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus. While working with "The Greatest Show on Earth," she ran a one-room schoolhouse with 17 stude... [More]

Coordinator, LGBTQ Programming

Matt started at American University in April 2009, and in the Center for Diversity & Inclusion is the Coordinator of LGBTQ Programming. In this position, he oversees general LGBTQ programming initiatives, the Rainbow Speakers Bureau program, LGBTQ Pe... [More]

Financial Administrator

Michael joined Housing and Dining Programs in January of 2010 after returning from Guatemala, where he worked with a community of tea farmers as an agricultural marketing Peace Corps volunteer. Originally from DC, he majored in Marketing at Miami Uni... [More]

Staff Clinician

Dr. Ana Buenaventura received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from George Washington University. She serves as a Staff Clinician at American University’s Counseling Center where she provides individual and group counseling to students. Prior to ... [More]

Assistant Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life

Curtis Burrill has been a member of the University Center and Student Activities team for the past three years as the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life. Curtis is originally from southeastern Massachusetts, but has spent the greater ... [More]

Associate Director of Clinical Services

Dr. Traci Callandrillo is a licensed psychologist in the District of Columbia. She serves as the Assistant Director for Clinical Services at the Counseling Center at American University. Before coming to AU, Dr. Callandrillo was the Assistant Directo... [More]

Resident Director-Letts

Keesha Ceran is the RD for Letts, Clark and Roper Halls, which house first-year and upperclass communities. In this role she supports the growing Social Justice and Health & Wellness Living Learning Communities, by maintaining partnerships and collab... [More]

Staff Clinician

Dr. Keum-Hyeong Choi is a licensed clinical psychologist in District of Columbia and Maryland. She practices her clinical work primarily within the developmental perspectives and integrative therapeutic approaches. Her special interests include attac... [More]

Associate Director for Clinical Services & Staff Physician

Dr. Barry Clark has been working at the Student Health Center since August, 2007. Barry received his undergraduate degree from Davidson College. He then went to Medical school at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Clark is board certified by the Ameri... [More]

One Card Program Coordinator

Associate Director for Administrative Services

Edythe Cook is originally from Tuckerton, NJ and has lived in the Washington, DC area since 1998. As a student at AU Edythe was very active in the DC Reads Program, was an FSE Leader and Coordinator, and served as a Resident Assistant and a Desk Rece... [More]

Assistant Counselor-Student Athletes

Corken joined the Academic Support Center and the American University staff as the Assistant Counselor for Student-Athletes in August 2012. In 2009, Corken earned a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Alabama in Spanish. While attending The Univ... [More]

Assistant Director, Student Media

Adell Crowe joined the OCL staff in October '11. She was previously an SOC staffer after spending 30 years at Gannett Co. Inc. first as a reporter at The Tennessean in Nashville and later at USA TODAY where she was Standards and Development Editor. S... [More]

Assistant Director, Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution

Regina Curran joined the Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution Services staff in the spring of 2012. Before coming to American, Regina worked in student conduct, off-campus student services, and leadership education at several schools along the Eas... [More]

Coordinator, Programs and Operations

Donald Curtis joined the Center for Community Engagement & Service team in March of 2008. He is originally from the Washington D.C. area. He graduated from the University of Tennessee where he received a B.S. in Business Administration: Marketing. In... [More]

Part Time Staff

Facilities Coordinator

Coordinator, Multicultural Programming

Caroline DeLeon joined the MA staff in September 2011. Prior to coming to American, Caroline worked with Northeastern University’s summer bridge program, Torch. This experience solidified her passion of working with students and helping them navigate... [More]

Counselor

Deborah DeMille-Wagman joined the staff at the Academic Support Center in October 2005. Working as a part-time academic support counselor is a second career for her. Previously, DeMille-Wagman was a lawyer in the field of court administration. While ... [More]

Coordinator, Women's & Gender Programming

Kerry Diekmann joined the Center for Diversity and Inclusion in October 2012. Prior to working at American University, Kerry's higher education experience included coordinating programs for Women's and LGBT Centers, career counseling, academic advisi... [More]

Assistant to the Dean of Students

Assistant to the Senior Director, UC/SA

Part Time Staff

Associate Dean of Students

Michelle joined the AU community as the Associate Dean of Students in August, 2010. Prior to joining AU, Michelle served as the Director of Student Judicial Affairs at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, Tennessee. While being part of "Big Ora... [More]

Coordinator, Supplemental Instruction & Tutoring Services

Asst Director of Operations: Assignments & Dining Programs

Sasha Gamburg joined American University's Housing and Dining Programs team June 2012. Prior to coming to AU, she served as the Assistant Director for Residence Life at Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania. Before moving to Chester, Sasha live... [More]

Event Services Coordinator

Asst Director, Kay Spiritual Life Ctr

Christine Gettings is the Assistant Director in the Kay Spiritual Life Center and coordinates the interfaith community, as well as the Center's educational programs, including the signature Table Talk Lunch Series and Human Rights Defender Series. Sh... [More]

Assistant to the Director

Chemayn is a native Washingtonian. Prior to working in International Student and Scholar Services, Chemayn was an account specialist in the Payroll Office at AU.

Dining Programs Coordinator

Associate Director, Leadership Development

I currently serve as an Associate Director for Leadership Development for University Center & Student Activities. I am responsible for the development of leadership development curricula and programs for student clubs and organizations that support l... [More]

Senior Administrative Assistant

Tavia, a native Washingtonian, came to AU via Select Staffing Temporary Agency in early 2000. Tavia started as an Administrative Assistant in the former “Center for Psychological and Learning Services” and is currently the Sr. Administrative Assistan... [More]

Assignments Coordinator

Tristine Harris serves as the Assignments Coordinator in Housing & Dining Programs. She hails from New Jersey where she attended Kean University receiving a Bachelors degree in Business with minors in Public Administration and International Studies. ... [More]

Accomodations Coordinator

Financial Administrator

Chandra Hicks joined the Student Activities team at American University in 2010 as the Financial Administrator. She has worked within Higher Education for several years bringing a knowledge of accounting, Admissions recruitment and processing. In und... [More]

Staff Clinician

Dr. Charrise de Vera Hipol is a licensed psychologist in the District of Columbia and Virginia. She provides individual and group psychotherapy using an integrative theoretical approach. Prior to coming to American University, Dr. Hipol worked at uni... [More]

Community Coordinator

Bobby joined American University in the summer of 2010 after graduating from Towson University. He is currently the interim Resident Director for the Tenley Campus. Bobby is pursuing his Masters in Higher Education Administration at George Mason Uni... [More]

Case Manager

Scott D. Howard is Case Manager in the Office of the Dean of Students. Scott works closely with students to foster academic and personal success by collaborating with faculty and building support networks on campus and in the community. The Office of... [More]

Information Systems Coordinator

Mira brings over 18 years of professional experience in higher education including 10 years with American University. Functioning as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternative Responsible Officer (ARO), her responsibilities include creating imm... [More]

Health Practitioner

Joseph Hudson is originally from Eastern Long Island, and has lived in Washington DC since attending The George Washington University in 2001. He began medical training in high school, becoming a New York State EMT-B. As an undergraduate Joseph volun... [More]

Assistant Director, Scheduling & Events Services

Born and raised in North Carolina, Clifton relocated to Washington D.C. during the summer of 2011. Before coming to American he worked as the Assistant Director of Campus Center Operations—Facilities and Conferences at Elon for 4 years. In his role h... [More]

Coordinator, Program Initiatives

Web Content Coordinator

Health Practitioner

Kelli was raised in Houston, Texas and Moscow, Idaho. She worked as a student athletic trainer at the University of Texas while earning her degree in Kinesiology. After graduating she worked as an athletic trainer at the University of Washington. In ... [More]

Academic Counselor

Matthew G. Le Brasseur, who counsels undergraduate students with last names from G-N, joined the School of Public Affairs in April of 2013. Prior to that, Matthew served as a Resident Director for McDowell, Leonard, and Centennial Halls. Before joini... [More]

Counselor

Brian Lee joined the Academic Support Center in August 2009. Prior to American, Brian worked at a number of colleges and universities providing academic, therapeutic, and multicultural support to college students. Brian enjoys music, photography, sci... [More]

Vendor Services Coordinator

Chris Lin has joined the Housing and Dining Programs Team full time in summer 2012. He has also served as a student conference member for the Conferences and Residential Services Team in 2011. Chris graduated from American University School of Intern... [More]

Program Coordinator

Tracey joined the Center for Diversity and Inclusion in September 2012. She is responsible for a managing a number of programs including; the Dialogue Development Group, HISCIP, the career series, and faculty involvement. Tracey is a student advisor ... [More]

Project Manager, Female Athlete Wellness

Conference & Events Coordinator

Nancy Martin has been working with summer conference and events for the past 6 years. Nancy joined the Housing & Dining Programs team in 2012 as the Conference and Events Coordinator, after 4 years as a Conference Marketing Specialist with the Univer... [More]

Senior Counselor

Linda Mass joined the counseling staff of the Academic Support Center in the fall of 1987. Her field of expertise is the impact of learning disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder on the social, emotional, and academic development o... [More]

Operations Administrator

Cathy McDonald joined the staff of the Academic Support Center in the summer of 2003, having worked previously in undergraduate admissions at two other universities. McDonald is committed to the mission of the ASC and enjoys working collaboratively t... [More]

Off-Campus/Guest Housing Coordinator

Christina Medico joined Housing and Dining Programs in May 2012 after graduating from the School of Public Affairs. Christina was a Conference Manager on the Summer Leadership Team in 2010 and 2011. As the Off-Campus and Guest Housing Coordinator, Ch... [More]

Assistant Director, New Student Programs

Health Practitioner

Casey spent her early years abroad before relocating to San Diego, California. She then lived in Charlottesville, Virginia for several years before moving back to California and earning her Bachelor of Arts in English from UC Berkeley (Go Bears!). Sh... [More]

Immigration Specialist

As an Immigration Specialist in the International Student and Scholar Services office (ISSS), Semhar functions as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), advises both F-1 and J-1 international students as well as sch... [More]

Executive Assistant

Counselor

Shari Pattillo is the counselor for international students in the Academic Support Center, as well as the coordinator of ASC's Writing Lab. She has a B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Maryland, and an M.A. in TESOL from American University.... [More]

Senior International Student Advisor

Eugenio (Jawee) joined the International Student & Scholar Services and American University in 2011. He provides language assessment and support, advises students on their academic progress, cultural adjustment, and F-1/J-1 immigration. Before coming... [More]

Patient Services Supervisor

Teddy Peyton grew up in Baltimore, MD and attended Mt St Mary's University in Emmitsburg, MD. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English in 2003 and completed a Masters in Business Administration at Mt. St. Mary's in 2005. While at the Mount, Te... [More]

Assistant Director for Training

Dr. Jeanne Piette is a licensed clinical psychologist. She is the Assistant Director for Training at the Counseling Center at American University. Dr. Piette’s past professional experience includes serving as a staff psychologist and supervisor at th... [More]

Assistant Director for Outreach/Consultation

Dr. Amanda Rahimi is a licensed clinical psychologist in the District of Columbia, providing both individual and group counseling to AU students. Her special interests in this work include women’s mental health issues, cultural identity development, ... [More]

Associate Director, Learning Resources

As associate director in the Academic Support Center, Marjorie Raley helps students hone skills such as time management and effective reading, and oversees a variety of the center’s programs, including Supplemental Instruction and Tutoring Services. ... [More]

Sexual Assault Prevention Coordinator

Daniel has spent most of his life in the DC metro area growing up in Columbia, MD and he attended the University of Maryland in College Park. During his time in College Park, Daniel was a peer educator and led sexual violence prevention workshops at ... [More]

Assistive Technology Specialist

Kamran joined American University in 2007. His primary role is to provide adaptive technology support and services for students, staff and faculty with disabilities. He oversees the maintenance and support of all adaptive technology across campus, in... [More]

Part Time Staff

Program Coordinator, Community-Based Learning

Meg Rego serves as the Program Coordinator for Community-Based Learning in the Center for Community Engagement & Service. Meg joins American with a background in service-learning from Villanova University where she facilitated the service-learning ef... [More]

Assistant Resident Director: Anderson Hall

Ben Roberts is the Assistant RD for Anderson Hall. He is the advisor for the Anderson Hall Council and the co-advisor of the North Side Identity and Personal Wellness Committee. Ben is a second year Masters student at Wesley Theological Seminary. He ... [More]

Patient Service Representative

Ashley is originally from Marietta, GA. She was a Family Independence case manager for 6 years before moving to D.C. Ashley began with American University in Public Safety in 2010 and became a part of the Student Health Center staff in August 2011. S... [More]

Academic & Life Skills Counselor for Student Athletes

Ashley Ackerley joined the Academic Support Center staff as the Student-Athlete Counselor in August 2011, beginning her 5th year at American University. Ashley joined AU in 2007, where she first served as the Faculty Coordinator in the School of Comm... [More]

Part Time Staff

Accomodations Coordinator

Nicole joined Disability Support Services in November 2009. Nicole coordinates accommodations utilized by students including exams, note-taking, and sign language interpreting services.  She also oversees the DSS student staff and office services coo... [More]

Operations Administrator

Marsha, a native Washingtonian, began working in the former “Center for Psychological and Learning Services” here 1996 after managing a private mental health partnership in downtown Washington for 17 years.

Part Time Staff

Shannon completed his undergraduate studies at Wake Forest University where he majored in Psychology. During that time he participated in a wide range of organizations from the National Pan-Hellenic Council as a proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fratern... [More]

Associate Director, Programming & Operations

Assistant Director of Training and Leadership Development

Timothy Staples is the Assistant Director for Training and Leadership Development Programs. In this role he provides overall guidance for staff training and professional development, direct and oversee residential leadership program initiatives, and ... [More]

Registered Nurse

Assistant Director, Global Learning & Leadership

Shoshanna Sumka joined the Center for Community Engagement and Service in the summer of 2005. As the Assistant Director for Global Learning and Leadership, her primary responsibility is overseeing the Alternative Break program and other international... [More]

Coordinator, Learning Services Program

Nancy Sydnor-Greenberg has been Coordinator of the Learning Services Program in the Academic Support Center since the fall of 2005. Prior to joining AU, she worked as a free-lance writer, covering developments in national mental health policy, commun... [More]

Associate Director, Intercultural Programs

Kristina is an International Student Advisor in the International Student Scholar Services office, where she has worked since 1999, when she came to AU as a Master’s student in the International Training and Education Program. Her responsibilities in... [More]

Assistant Dean of Students

Marianne Huger Thomson is the Assistant Dean of Students and Interim Director of Disability Support Services (DSS) at American University. She oversees the operations of the DSS office and serves as a member of the Dean of Students office. In this ca... [More]

Patient Service Representative

Maylin is originally from the Philippines. Before moving to America Maylin worked at an international commercial shipping company and a manufacturing company. Maylin's administrative skills include customer service and budgeting. Maylin earned a B.S.... [More]

Community Coordinator

In addition to serving AU as Community Coordinator in the Berkshires, Toussaint is pursuing his Master of Arts degree in International Development at AU’s School of International Service. Toussaint joined Housing and Dining Programs in January of 201... [More]

Senior Administrative Assistant