Resident Assistants

Residence Hall: LaFortune House
Hometown: Maracay, Venezuela
Major: Business Management and Marketing
Ask me about: TU First Gen, study abroad
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Lights On UTulsa
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite thing about being an RA is fostering a beautifully inclusive and comfortable community. I get excited when I get to say hi to LaFortune residents around campus!

Residence Hall: LaFortune House
Hometown: Mansfield, TX
Major: Speech-Language Pathology
Ask me about: Galleries and coffee shops downtown and TUTV
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Mabee Week
Favorite thing about being an RA: Getting to know my residents and putting on fun events for them

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Broken Arrow, OK
Major: Exercise and Sports Science
Ask me about: UTulsa history and traditions and best places to eat around town
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: The tailgates before football games
Favorite thing about being an RA: Creating an environment where students can feel comfortable coming to you, but also building relationships with eachother

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Belton, TX
Major: Art: Graphic Design, with minors in Art History, Political Science, and Film Studies
Ask me about: Honors College and local opportunities for artists
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Lights On UTulsa
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love the community and closeness in Hardesty between my coworkers and my residents.

Residence Hall: John Mabee
Hometown: Garfield, AR
Major: Nursing
Ask me about: Newman Center and basketball
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Late Night Breakfast during finals
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love getting to know residents who are involved in so many different campus activities/organizations. One second I’ll see soccer players from John Mabee Hall after a game, and then see some residents playing in the TU band. Everyone brings such unique talents to this campus and being an RA gives me such an amazing lens to viewing these things.

Residence Hall: Lottie Jane
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Major: Biology (Pre-Med)
Ask me about: Greek life and undergraduate research
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming bonfire
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite thing about being an RA is getting to know each resident personally and planning fun events to build a sense of community in the dorms.

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Major: Biology (Pre-Med)
Ask me about: Association of Black Collegians
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: MLK Parade
Favorite thing about being an RA: Connecting with residents and being a comfort for new students trying to find their place on campus.

Residence Hall: Lottie Jane
Hometown: Tulsa, OK
Major: Economics and Management
Ask me about: Belonging and equity on campus with the multicultural organizations and campus wide events
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Finals reading days and late night breakfast
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite thing about being a RA is getting to meet all different kinds of people from all different kinds of backgrounds.

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Major: Nursing
Ask me about: Pathways to Sports Academy, athletic tutoring, Association of Black Collegians, campus ministries, club tennis
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming bonfire
Favorite thing about being an RA: As a Resident Assistant, I find great joy in fostering positive experiences for residents, whether through my own efforts or by supporting others. Although the impact we create may not always be immediately apparent, the connections we establish and the support we offer make a significant difference in their lives.

Residence Hall: Fisher Suites
Hometown: Springfield, MO
Major: Biology (Pre-Med)
Ask me about: UTulsa football, club volleyball
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming! I enjoy all of it, but my favorite parts are the actual game, the concert, and the bonfire.
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite part about Fisher Suites is being in the same building as Pat Case and the Esports lounge since they are some of the best spots to meet with friends to play board games or eat meals together!

Residence Hall: LaFortune House
Hometown: Killeen, TX
Major: Psychology
Ask me about: Student organizations and Greek life
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: International Extravaganza. It’s so fun to see all of the TU students interacting and sharing their culture with others.
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love being an RA because I can create fun programs for my residents. I also love it when some of my quiet residents come out to my programs, participate, and get to know people in the hall.

Residence Hall: Fisher Suites
Hometown: Pearland, TX
Major: Psychology
Ask me about: Upcoming events and the Pat Case menu
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Cultural events
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love seeing my residents acclimate to campus life. It’s very fulfilling to see them flourish.

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Stillwater, OK
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Ask me about: Reformed University Fellowship and Make a Difference Engineering (MADE at TU)
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Late Night Breakfast during finals
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love getting to host fun programs for my hall that allow residents to express their creativity and hang out with each other in a casual setting!

Residence Hall: John Mabee
Hometown: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Major: Petroleum Engineering
Ask me about: Quiet study spots on campus and good local restaurants
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming bonfire
Favorite thing about being an RA: Being able to build relationships with the residents and learn more about them

Residence Hall: John Mabee
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Major: Electrical Engineering
Ask me about: MADE (Make a Difference Engineering), intramurals, hall government
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Mabee week and Lights On UTulsa
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite thing about being an RA is connecting with my residents and making sure their college experience is great!

Residence Hall: Lottie Jane
Hometown: Minneapolis, MN
Major: Psychology with minors in African American and Women and Genders Studies
Ask me about: Best places to study and Collins Fitness Center
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Sip N Slide
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite thing about being an RA is the community you get to build within the team and your respective buildings.

Residence Hall: Fisher Suites
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
Major: Political Science
Ask me about: UTulsa athletics, the Kendall College of Arts & Sciences
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love getting to know my residents and planning events for them to connect. Living on campus is such a fun experience with an involved RA, and I want to make my residents’ experience the best possible! Fisher is a smaller campus community, which I love because it offers me a better chance to get to know my residents.

Residence Hall: Fisher Suites
Hometown: Cleveland TN
Major: Psychology
Ask me about: Psychology club, Red Equity, psychology club, study abroad
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Silent Disco
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love making connections with my residents and getting to know the different things they are involved with on campus. I also love working with other RAs in all communities.

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Tulsa, OK
Major: Athletic Training
Ask me about: Pathfinders
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Breaking Ground Monologues
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite thing about Hardesty Hall is that it has a community kitchen!

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Pryor, OK
Major: Cyber Security
Ask me about: TUTV, theater
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Welcome Week, especially the firework show
Favorite thing about being an RA: Helping freshmen settle into their new home

Residence Hall: Lottie Jane
Hometown: Van Buren, AR
Major: Biology (Pre-Med)
Ask me about: MedX, undergraduate research in chemistry and biology, Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge, student access, chemistry tutoring
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: International Extravaganza
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love creating events and getting my residents involved. It’s always a joy to see students from different backgrounds and cultures.

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Van Buren, AR
Major: Biology
Ask me about: Asian American Student Association, multicultural organizations, and Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Welcome Week firework show
Favorite thing about being an RA: Having the opportunity to connect with students that have unique experiences and cultures that differ from mine (and getting to make cool events for residents)

Residence Hall: John Mabee
Hometown: Houston, TX
Major: Mechanical Engineer
Ask me about: MADE at TU, campus ministry, Association of Black Collegians, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineering, and golf
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Mabee Week
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite thing about being an RA is running into my residents on campus

Residence Hall: Lottie Jane
Hometown: Colorado Springs, CO
Major: Biology
Ask me about: Badminton club and TU Red Cross
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming week
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love the community; everyone is nice and I love talking to the residents and other RAs. I also love decorating the halls with fun themes because it lets residents feel like they are in a comfortable environment while also bringing some personality to the halls.

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Broken Arrow, OK
Major: Finance and Accounting
Ask me about: Student Investment Fund
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Playfair during orientation
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite part of being an RA is guiding students through their transition to college life while connecting them with diverse organizations that match their interests. I enjoy creating a supportive environment where they feel encouraged to engage, grow, and make the most of their university experience.

Residence Hall: LaFortune House
Hometown: Tulsa, OK
Major: Finance
Ask me about: Hip-hop scene in Tulsa and the Cherokee Nation
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming
Favorite thing about being an RA: Helping students find their new community here at TU

Residence Hall: Lottie Jane
Hometown: Collinsville, OK
Major: Nursing
Ask me about: CaneCareers and tutoring services
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming bonfire
Favorite thing about being an RA: My favorite thing about being an RA is getting to meet and make new and lasting friendships with residents every year.

Residence Hall: John Mabee
Hometown: Tulsa, OK
Major: Energy Management
Ask me about: Getting involved in the campus community and the best study spots in Tulsa
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Lights On UTulsa
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love being available to my residents, and guiding them through their first year on campus.

Residence Hall: Fisher Suites
Hometown: Olathe, KS
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Ask me about: Reformed University Fellowship, skateboarding
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming
Favorite thing about being an RA: I love being there for people and helping wherever I can

Residence Hall: John Mabee
Hometown: Tulsa
Major: Electrical Engineering
Ask me about: Places to eat and things to do around town
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Homecoming bonfire
Favorite thing about being an RA: Building up other students

Residence Hall: Hardesty Hall
Hometown: Oologah, OK
Major: Marketing
Ask me about: UTulsa athletics and the local art community
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Lights On UTulsa
Favorite thing about being an RA: I really enjoy connecting with residents and sharing/creating a community with them.

Residence Hall: Lottie Jane
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Major: Biology
Ask me about: Pre-Med schedule questions and places to eat around town
Favorite UTulsa tradition/event: Lights On UTulsa
Favorite thing about my residence hall: I love how Lottie is so close to a lot of great things like the gym, Pat Case, and Dietler Commons!