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Housing & Residence Life

housing@jsums.edu 601.979.2326

Under the leadership of the Executive Director of Housing & Residence Life, the Operations and Residence Life staff work together to provide a vibrant and supportive on-campus experience for students.

The staff is responsible for managing the daily operations of Housing and Residence Life, which includes overseeing the housing contract process, room assignments, and maintaining the overall condition of the residence halls. Additionally, they focus on creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging living environment that fosters a sense of community and provides students with a comfortable home away from home

The Residence Life team consists mainly of Student Staff, including, Resident Assistants (RAs) and Work Study as well as Community Directors (CDs) and Graduate Assistants (GAs), who live alongside the residents. They play a vital role in organizing programs for their floors/communities, assisting students with roommate conflicts, and ensuring that residence hall policies are upheld.

Additionally, the overnight receptionist plays an essential role in ensuring the safety and security of the residence halls during non-business hours. They are responsible for managing after-hours check-ins, responding to resident inquiries, and providing assistance in emergency situations, further enhancing the supportive living environment for all students.

Executive Staff

Dr. Brock A. Taylor

Executive Director of Housing & Residence Life
Email: brock.a.taylor@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-2326

Mrs. Shonda E. de Verteuil 

Associate Director of Housing Operations
Email: shonda.e.deverteuil@jsums.edu
Phone: (601) 979-2326

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Assistant Director, Residence Life

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Coordinator of Residential Services

Ms. Holly Guthrie

Office Manager – Housing & Residence Life
Email: holly.k.guthrie@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-2326

Mr. Christopher Mannery

Graduate Assistant –Office Operations & Executive Support

Ms. Michelle Thompson

Graduate Assistant – Tiger Food Pantry & Finance

Residence Life

Ms. Mary Robinson

Community Director – Alexander East & West
Email: alexandercenter@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-3146

Mr. Carlos Nelson

Community Director – Campbell North
Email: campbell.north@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-5537

Ms. Marice Graham

Community Director – Campbell South
Email: campbell.south@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-3146

Mr. Christopher Rash

Community Director – Dixon Hall
Email: dixonhall@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-2691

Mr. Antwon Jefferson 

Community Director – Stewart Hall
Email: stewart@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-2656

Community Director – One University Place
Email: oneuniversity@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-6886

Mr. Jaylon Holmes

Graduate Community Director – One University Place

Ms. Dejah Hawkins

Community Director – Transitional Hall
Email: transitional@jsums.edu
Phone: 601-979-6030

Mr. Amari Stewart

Community Director – Walthall Lofts & The Courthouse
Email: wclofts@jsums.edu

Community Director – Thee Inn &@ JSU
Email: wclofts@jsums.edu

Mr. Albert Tate

Graduate Community Director–Walthall Lofts & The Courthouse

Overnight Receptionist

11Laura Sanders, Jackson State University Housing and Residence Life Department, Alexander West Overnight Receptionist

Ms. Laura Sanders

Overnight Receptionist – Alexander East & West

11Angela Galloway, Jackson State University Housing and Residence Life Department, Alexander East Overnight Receptionist

Ms. Angela Galloway

Overnight Receptionist – Transitional Hall

RESIDENCE LIFE

Location

Residence Life Office
1400 John R. Lynch Street
Jackson, MS 39217-0280

Phone: 601.979.2326