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Our Dedicated Residence Hall Staff: Here for You

At the University of Kentucky, each residence hall is a hub of support and community, thanks to our team of dedicated professionals and peers. This team is committed to enriching and supporting the on-campus living experience of every student. Our RDs, CAAs, and RAs are all here to support you. Whether you need assistance, support, or resources, we encourage you to reach out to any member of our team. 

For more information about Residence Life's executive team, please visit our staff page.

Residence Life Office

Location Detail
202 Frazee Hall, Lexington, KY 40506
Email
reslife@uky.edu
Phone
859-257-4784

Baldwin Hall

Front Desk: 859-323-1507

Maggie Welch, Resident Director
859-323-0500
Maggie.Welch@uky.edu 

Ball Hall

Front Desk: 859-629-3780

TaNajia Smith, Resident Director
859-218-5520
tanajia.smith3@uky.edu 

Blazer Hall

Front Desk: 859-629-3778

Anna Ritchie, Resident Director
859-218-5514
 afri231@uky.edu  

Emily Wilder, Assistant Resident Director
emily.wilder@uky.edu 

Boyd Hall

Front Desk: 859-402-2826

Seth Corlett, Resident Director
859-218-5945
sdco274@uky.edu  

Chellgren Hall

Front Desk: 859-629-3779

Sussana Machinga, Resident Director
859-218-5518
srma281@uky.edu

Donovan Hall

Front Desk: 859-317-6145

Shelby Herchenrader, Resident Director
859-218-3835
skhe237@uky.edu  

Haggin Hall

Front Desk: 859-629-3781

Kenyon Harper, Resident Director
859-218-5516
kdha274@uky.edu  

Holmes Hall

Front Desk: 859-402-2780

Alex Duenzl, Resident Director
859-218-5944
alex.duenzl@uky.edu

Ingels Hall

Front Desk: 859-323-1508

Maggie Welch, Resident Director
859-323-0500
maggie.welch@uky.edu 

Jewell Hall

Front Desk: 859-629-3777

Jami Young, Resident Director
859-218-5512
jlyo236@uky.edu 

Day Dudley, Assistant Resident Director
day.dudley@uky.edu 

Johnson Hall

Front Desk: 859-629-3942

Shelby Herchenrader, Resident Director
859-218-3835
skhe237@uky.edu  

Lewis Hall

Front Desk: 859-286-3162

Joshua Les'Pere, Resident Director
859-286-3162
jle456@uky.edu 

Pigman Hall

Front Desk: 859-629-4240

Mac Becraft, Resident Director
859-218-6395
Mac.Becraft@uky.edu 

 

Roselle Hall

Front Desk: 859-323-1588

Ellie Cox, Resident Director
859-323-0800
ekco231@uky.edu  

Smith Hall

Front Desk: 859-323-1506

Maggie Welch, Resident Director
859-323-0500
maggie.welch@uky.edu 

University Flats

Front Desk: 859-286-3161

Lynne White, Resident Director
859-323-8835
lynne.white@uky.edu

Wildcat Coal Lodge

Front Desk: 859-257-2601

Nicholas Lockhart, Resident Director
859-323-8835
Nicholas.Lockhart@uky.edu 

Thapelo Molefhi, Assistant Resident Director
thapelo.molefhi@uky.edu 

Woodland Glen IV

Front Desk: 859-629-4446

Andrew Johnson, Resident Director
859-218-6397
andrewjohnson@uky.edu

 

Woodland Glen V

Front Desk: 859-629-4447

Kelsie Thorpe, Resident Director
859-218-6398
kelsie.thorpe7@uky.edu

Residence Life Staff Descriptions

Resident Directors (RDs)

The backbone of each residence hall is the full-time Resident Director. These professional staff members play a pivotal role in creating a safe, inclusive, and dynamic living environment. They manage the overall operations of the hall, supervise Resident Advisors (RAs), and coordinate with various university departments. RDs are invaluable in addressing complex issues, offering guidance, and linking students to a broad spectrum of campus resources. You'll find the RD's office near the front desk in each residence hall.

Community Administrative Assistants (CAAs)

Our CAAs are the friendly faces you see at the front desks of the halls, available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. They oversee desk and mail operations and serve as a go-to resource for students. Whether it's helping with mail, answering questions, or providing general assistance, our CAAs are there to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and offer additional support to the Residence Life community.

Resident Advisors (RAs)

Each student is paired with a Resident Advisor, a trained peer leader residing on their wing or floor. RAs are crucial in fostering a sense of community; they provide peer support and coordinate a range of educational and social programs. Approachable and informed, RAs assist with everyday concerns, answer questions, and help students connect with campus life. As a primary contact for students seeking assistance, RAs work in tandem with RDs to ensure a positive and enriching residential experience.

Assistant Directors

As a member of the executive leadership team, each Assistant Director is responsible for overseeing 2-3 Resident Directors and their respective buildings. They play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of these residences, focusing on the well-being and development of both students and staff within their jurisdiction.

Associate Directors

Supervising two Assistant Directors each, the Associate Directors are members of the executive leadership team who are responsible for one of the three key areas of our campus – North, Central, or South. They provide leadership and oversight, ensuring that each area fosters a supportive and inclusive community aligned with our university’s values.

Assistant Vice President for the Residential Experience

The Assistant Vice President stands at the helm of Residence Life, guiding the overarching vision and strategy. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all business functions, curricular and programmatic planning, student conduct, staff selection, training and development, and assessment are executed with excellence and align with our commitment to student success.