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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.

[email protected]  --  (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: [email protected]  
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: [email protected]
Phone: (210) 805-2357
Office: Student Engagement Center (SEC 3157)

Pronouns: He/Him/His/We

Katherine Burke

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: [email protected]
Phone: (210) 805-5865
Office: Student Engagement Center (SEC 3158)

Brandon Saldivar

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: [email protected] 
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

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: [email protected]
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

Contact Information for Related Offices

NAME

FUNCTION

OFFICE

CONTACT

Campus Engagement

Student activities, clubs/organizations, Greek Life

SEC 3150

[email protected]
(210) 829-6034

New Student Programs First year student support, academics, involvement

SEC 3150

[email protected]
(210) 805-3006

Student Advocacy & Accountability Conduct violations, CARE team, alcohol and drug general education trainings SEC 3150

[email protected]
(210) 829-6034

Office of Financial Assistance Inquiries relating to financial aid, student residential status, scholarships and loans, etc. Chapel Building [email protected]
(210) 829-6008
Academic Advising Schedule, add/drop classes, general advising SEC 3120 [email protected]
(210) 805-5814
Business Office Student billing, payment plans, housing deposit AD 190 [email protected]
(210) 829-6043
University Police Student safety, after hour escorts, reporting Clement Hall Lobby [email protected]
(210) 829-6030
Counseling Services Individual/group counseling, anxiety, depression, etc. AD 438

no email
(210) 832-5656

Health Services Immunizations, treatment of illnesses, education, psychiatric appointments Between AG and Nursing Building [email protected]
(210) 829-6017
Veterans Affairs Benefits information, resources, etc. SEC 3021 [email protected]
(210) 832-5651
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