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Residence Life & Housing Operations
Residents living on campus are supported by the Director of Residence Life and Housing Operations, the Associate Director of Residence Life and Housing Operations, the Assistant Director of Residence Life, 2 Residence Life Coordinators, 49 Resident Assistants, and various work-study student staff. In addition, the custodial staff, maintenance staff, and police play an important role in providing an exceptional living environment.
housing@uiwtx.edu -- (210) 829-6034 -- Student Engagement Center 3150
Luke Blum
Director of Residence Life & Housing Operations
They are responsible for the 1200+ on-campus residents and making sure that their experience is the best while staying on campus. From sitting in safety meetings to collaborating with other departments on campus, he constantly looks for new ways to deliver a positive and memorable residential experience.
Email: lblum@uiwtx.edu
Phone: (210) 829-3819
Office: Student Engagement Center (SEC 3156)
J.R. Chiodo-Benmuvhar
Associate Director of Residence Life & Housing Operations
J.R. is responsible for all things housing and numbers. Beyond that, he is responsible for applications, residential meal plans, housing assignments, room changes, and housing billing. Always be on the lookout for e-mails with important housing updates, deadlines, and procedures.
Email: chiodobe@uiwtx.edu
Phone: (210) 805-2357
Office: Student Engagement Center (SEC 3157)
Pronouns: He/Him/His/We
Katherine Burke
Assistant Director of Residence Life
Katherine's primary responsibility is the experience and education of our residential community. Overseeing the Residence Life Coordinators & student staff, troubleshooting housing eligibility (registration concerns), and liaison for Living & Learning Communities, she is your "go-to" for residential success!
Email: kbburke@uiwtx.edu
Phone: (210) 805-5865
Office: Student Engagement Center (SEC 3158)
Brandon Saldivar
Residence Life Coordinator
Brandon's primary role is to support Upper-Level residential students through engaging programming, maintenance follow-up, and serving as a resource for both students and student staff. He is your "go-to" when you have questions about roommate conflicts, departmental events, or need additional support!
Email: bsaldiva@uiwtx.edu
Phone: (210) 805-5866
Office: Student Engagement Center in the Campus Life Suite (3150)
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Primary Halls: Avoca, Hillside, McCombs, St. Joseph, Watson Lofts, Township
Vivian Cigarroa
Residence Life Coordinator
Vivian's primary role is to support First-Year residential students through engaging programming, maintenance follow-up, and serving as a resource for both students and student staff. She is your "go-to" when you have questions about roommate conflicts, departmental events, or need additional support!
Email: vcigarro@uiwtx.edu
Phone: (210) 283-5024
Office: Student Engagement Center in the Campus Life Suite (3150)
Primary Halls: Agnese, Clement, Dubuis, Joeris, Sky View
Other Offices to Know
|
NAME |
FUNCTION |
OFFICE |
CONTACT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Engagement |
Student activities, clubs/organizations, Greek Life |
SEC 3150 | |
| New Student Programs | First year student support, academics, involvement |
SEC 3150 |
|
| Student Advocacy & Accountability | Conduct violations, CARE team, alcohol and drug general education trainings | SEC 3150 | |
| Office of Financial Assistance | Inquiries relating to financial aid, student residential status, scholarships and loans, etc. | Chapel Building | finaid@uiwtx.edu (210) 829-6008 |
| Academic Advising | Schedule, add/drop classes, general advising | SEC 3120 | advising@uiwtx.edu (210) 805-5814 |
| Business Office | Student billing, payment plans, housing deposit | AD 190 | busad@uiwtx.edu (210) 829-6043 |
| University Police | Student safety, after hour escorts, reporting | Clement Hall Lobby | pdadmin@uiwtx.edu (210) 829-6030 |
| Counseling Services | Individual/group counseling, anxiety, depression, etc. | AD 438 |
no email |
| Health Services | Immunizations, treatment of illnesses, education, psychiatric appointments | Between AG and Nursing Building | healthsvcs@uiwtx.edu (210) 829-6017 |
| Veterans Affairs | Benefits information, resources, etc. | SEC 3021 | veterans@uiwtx.edu (210) 832-5651 |