吃瓜大本营 | Residence Life | Meet the Resident Assistants

Meet the Resident Assistants

NORTH HALL

Name: Ardian Dardovski

Major: Computer Science

Year in school: Junior

Favorite Movie: Spider-Man: No Way Home

Hobbies: All Sports and Reading

Why you became an RA: I became an RA at 吃瓜大本营 University because I am passionate about creating a safe, inclusive community where all residents feel valued, and supported to thrive on their own.

Name: Lily Reyes

Major: Forensic Criminal Investigation

Year in school:聽 Junior

Favorite TV show or movie: Interstellar or La La Land

Hobbies: Playing piano and Ministry at my Church

Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I wanted to help others feel and stay connected to the community here on campus.

Name: Jocy Zavala

Major: Criminal Justice

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite Movie: Howl's Moving Castle

Hobbies: Listening to music and hanging out with family/friends

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to create an inclusive environment for everyone to feel welcomed. My goal as an RA is to create a safe space for residents that fosters support, encouragement, and positive validation.

FOUNDERS HALL

Name: Husam Aldajah

Major: Biology

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite Movie: Prison Break

Hobbies: Volleyball, working out at the gym, watching movies

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to support students throughout college life, be better connected to the 吃瓜大本营 community, and gain valuable skills and experiences I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Name: Grace Barnes

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in school:聽 Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: Criminal Minds or S.W.A.T.

Hobbies: Reading

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to be able to help the school community and to gain more experience in leadership roles.

Name: Emily Lindemann

Major: Physics and Aerospace Engineering

Year in school:聽 Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: NCIS

Hobbies: Mountain Biking with my brother, reading, and watching hockey

Why you became an RA: I really want to help incoming first-year make the smoothest transition into college life they can so they can have the best experience at 吃瓜大本营. Living away from home for the first time is a little daunting, so I want to make sure that each student can feel at home while they're away.

Name: Jimmy Sommerville

Major: Special education

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite Movie: Breaking Bad

Hobbies: I play on the lacrosse team here at 吃瓜大本营

Why you became an RA: To help ensure everyone has a good experience living in the residence halls.

SHEIL HALL

Name: Sofia Haro

Major: Forensic Criminal Investigation

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite Movie: Mama Mia!

Hobbies: Running, listening to music, animal crossing, podcasts

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to become more engaged in 吃瓜大本营. Being an RA allows you to connect with other students as well as help others which helps make 吃瓜大本营 feel like a community.

Name: Madelyn Garris

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in School: Junior

Favorite TV-Show or Movie: Good Omens or Monster-in-law and Emperor’s New Groove

Hobbies: drawing, coloring, crocheting, painting, and playing Minecraft

Why you become an RA: I became an RA to deepen my connection with the 吃瓜大本营 community, help broaden my peers' perspectives, and serve as a steady anchor amidst the challenges we students continually navigate.

Name: Sebastian Stoerzer

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: The Green Mile, South Park, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia

Hobbies: Running, going to the gym, going on walks, yoga, cooking

Why you became an RA: Being in college is an unforgettable experience in your life, and I want to help students have a memorable and great time at 吃瓜大本营 and in the residence halls. I also know from experience how important it is to have good RAs and wish to build upon that.

SOUTH HALL

Name: Jason Bunales

Major: Accounting and Business Administration

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: The Emperor’s New Groove

Hobbies: Playing Volleyball and Working Out

Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I wanted to be a support resource for residents on campus, helping them feel welcomed on campus and help develop the sense of community on campus.

Name: Daisy Vargas

Major: Biology

Year in school: sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: Chicago Med

Hobbies: I like to read, practice archery, and hangout with my friends in my free time.

Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I wanted to become more involved on campus and meet new people!

DE LA SALLE HALL NORTH HALL

Name: William “Bobby” Horihan

Year in School: Aviation Flight Technology

Favorite TV Show or Movie: Friends or Pacific Rim

Hobbies: Driving, Flying, video games, chess

Why I became an RA: I became an RA to help residents build a better community at 吃瓜大本营.

Name: Molly Paez

Major: Computer Science

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: Our Flag Means Death

Hobbies: In my free time, I like to knit, crochet, read, and go on nature walks.

Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I liked the idea of being a constant in people's lives. Someone who can be there for them, whether in an unlikely situation or if they need somebody to talk to.

DE LA SALLE HALL SOUTH HALL

Name: Alex Camacho

Major: Economics/Finance Minor in Spanish

Year in school:聽 Junior

Favorite TV show or movie: The Office

Hobbies: Baseball, Music

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to better myself and provide a healthy community for others.

Name: Natalia Penalbert

Major: Aviation Administration

Year in school: Junior

Favorite TV show or movie: The Way of the Househusband

Hobbies: Listening to music, reading, playing Cookie Clicker

Why you became an RA:聽 I became an RA to emulate the hospitality I received as a first-year to future 吃瓜大本营 students. Helping newcomers get acclimated into the University life and matching their needs to the appropriate resources on campus has been my goal as an RA. In addition, creating a safe space where everyone feels comfortable enough to express themselves.

CODY HALL

Name: Nicolas Paredes

Major: Computer science

Year in school: Senior

Favorite Movie: Dragon Ball Z

Hobbies: Basketball/Video games

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to better connect with everyone on campus and create a safe space for all to be around.

Name: Madisyn Smith

Major: Social work & political science double major

Year in school: Junior

Favorite TV show: How to Get Away with Murder

Hobbies: Working out, reading, hanging out with my friends and family, watching Youtube, and listening to music.

Why you became an RA: I wanted to make 吃瓜大本营 feel more like a community and help bring residents together. College can be weird and scary and it is super easy to isolate yourself in your room 24/7! Making new friends and finding your "people" along the way can make college-life so much more enjoyable.

RYAN HALL

Name: Isabella Johnson

Major: Biology

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite Movie: Dance Moms, Golden Girls, and South Park

Hobbies: Reading, puzzles, and hiking

Why you became an RA: 聽I wanted to become more of a leader in the community and have the ability to help others in their transition into college.

Name: Jadalynn Vile

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: The Office Of Course!

Hobbies: I love reading, I am a huge Stephen King fan, I like watching movies and hanging out with friends!

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to build a connection with students, to be a mentor and to be a place where people can go if they are in need of a friend or someone to listen to them.

POPE JOHN PAUL II HALL

Name: Benedetta (Benni) Bagala

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in school:聽 Junior

Favorite TV show or movie: Supernatural or Bones

Hobbies: Eating and watching TV

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to create connections an learn useful skills to grow as a person.

Name: Siyoung “Andy” Choi

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in school:聽 Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: Ted Lasso or Toy Story

Hobbies: Playing Piano and taking naps

Why you became an RA: I became an RA so I can have different interactions with numerous people so they have the best possible time at 吃瓜大本营.

MOTHER TERESA HALL

Name: Aletheia Johnson

Major: Psychology and Social Work

Year in school: Junior

Favorite TV show or movie: Grey’s Anatomy

Hobbies: Going on walks, working at a summer camp near my home town, and hanging out with friends and family

Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I have a passion for helping others. I want to create a loving and accepting environment for this year and years to come.

Name: Steven Roberts

Major: Physics and Chemistry

Year in school:聽 Junior

Favorite TV show or movie: Sherlock

Hobbies: Running and playing Spikeball

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to build a community in the halls and to be a person that people could come to for help with anything they may need.

DOROTHY DAY HALL

Name: Tommy Juricek

Major: Cybersecurity

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: Breaking Bad

Hobbies: Snowboarding, watching motorsports, listening to music, and intramural sports

Why you became an RA: To become more engaged with 吃瓜大本营, and to gain valuable skills.

Name: Jayleen Leon

Major: Biology

Year in school: Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: The Great Gatsby

Hobbies: Writing Poetry, playing video games

Why you became an RA: I became an RA because I feel I can help incoming students feel more comfortable. There is an overwhelming feeling when starting the year and not knowing who can help and where can it be found is more difficult. That is why I hope to help many students find their way around, feel less stressed, and be more comfortable in their new homes.

Name: Riley Teo

Major: Aviation Flight with a minor in dispatch.

Year in school:聽 Sophomore

Favorite TV show or movie: Arcane

Hobbies: Sports, gym, video games, and hanging out with friends.

Why you became an RA: I wanted to engage with my 吃瓜大本营 community more and becoming an RA will open opportunity to meet people and impact resident life at 吃瓜大本营.

ST. CHARLES BORROMEO HALL

Name: Jacob Arrowood

Major: Aviation Flight Technology

Year in school: Junior

Favorite TV show or movie: The Sandman

Hobbies: Volleyball, Basketball & Video Games

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to encourage more student participation and school spirit.

Name: Morgan Lopez

Major: Business Administration

Year in school: Senior

Favorite TV show or movie: The Queens Gambit

Hobbies: Some of my favorite hobbies include listening to music, traveling, hanging out with friends, and photography.

Why you became an RA: I became an RA so that I could feel connected to the people on campus. I wanted to be immersed into the 吃瓜大本营 community and be a person that people could turn to.

Name: Somuadina “Somy” Uwaezuoke

Major: Cybersecurity

Year in school: Senior

Favorite TV show or movie: Breaking Bad, Beasts of No Nation

Hobbies: Video games, Drawing, Basketball and skateboarding

Why you became an RA: I became an RA to push myself out of my comfort zone and to talk to more people and to form relationships with people around me as I feel I have good people skills just sometimes I don’t put myself in the position to use them.