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S u m m e r N e w s l e t t e r
We l c o m e
R e s i d e n c e L i f e O f f i c e
Hello Everyone!!! The staff in the Residence Life Office hopes that you are having a wonderful summer! We have been working diligently to finalize the training schedule for the Fall and are
excited for your return. There is a lot of important information in this newsletter so please read it thoroughly. It includes new staff changes at Edgewood Commons, a message from Dana and
important dates that you should definitely be aware of for training.
This year’s training theme is “Build Your Own Future.” We ask that you arrive for training ON TIME! If you arrive late, you will miss valuable information and may not be a part of the
cohesiveness that staffs develop during this time. If you have any immediate concerns, please contact your Assistant Director/Area Coordinator.
We would like everyone to take some time and consider how you plan to build a community on your floor. Start thinking about what kind of positive relationships you want to develop among
you, your residents, your staff and your supervisor.
Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we look forward to seeing you in August!
Sincerely,
Residence Life Office
Dana Severance D i rec to r o f Res idence L i fe
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Happy Summer, everyone! I hope you have been enjoying a busy summer making lots of money, OR a quiet summer getting lots of rest, depending on what you were hoping for. We have completed five rounds of Preview: FSU for our new freshman class, and we have placed
all of those with housing requests in their rooms, mostly to their satisfaction. Now, the questions begin: Can I change rooms? Can I change roommates? Can I bring my llama?
Actually, I made that one up, but here are a couple of actual questions we have fielded this summer:
“Can I get my bed lofted higher than a high loft? Last year, whenever I sat at my desk, my hair got caught in the bed springs.”
“If I get my bed lofted, will I still have a clear view of my TV?”
Well, we’ll do our best to get all questions answered before you all get back in August, but I have a feeling there will still be plenty left for you when the students return.
Now I’ll fill you in on what has been going on this summer and what changes you can expect when you return:
Simpson Hall renovations are continuing, with a completion date scheduled for mid-August. As with every year, we are keeping our fingers crossed that the work will be completed before the hall staff arrives; I am optimistic, as usual! Simpson will also
have all new furniture as well;
The Freshman class is expected to be about the same size as last year; this means less overcrowding and more flexibility for students to move around as the semester goes
on;
Cumberland Hall will have new mattresses this fall; this leaves Frederick as the only hall still using the older, tan mattresses instead of the newer blue ones;
All of the MicroFridges have been replaced with brand new ones; the new models also feature two electric outlets next to the microwave, to be used for charging phones
and other low-wattage electronic items, freeing up valuable power-strip space for all residents.
And, of course, we will kick off the new school year with a dynamic residential staff, featuring talented returners and brilliant rookies. All of us who have stayed in Frostburg this summer are preparing for your return and looking forward to a fantastic new
year!
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RD/HR Training Begins August 7th at 5pm
Please arrive by 4pm. Check in will be through RLO. If you would like to arrive on August 6th,
please contact your supervisor. RA Training
Begins August 16th at 5pm.
Please arrive by 4pm. Check in will be with your RD or HR. If you would like to arrive
on August 15th, please contact your Assistant Director or Area Coordinator.
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 RD/HR
Training Begins 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 RA
Training Begins 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 New
Student Check-in/
Meal Plan Begins 27Returning
Student Check-
in 28 29 1st Day
of Classes 30 31
August 2012
Meal Plan RLO provides you with the 14 meals and 100
bonus points plan. If you would like to increase that, please be aware that you will have to pay the difference. All changes to the meal plan that you would like to make should happen by the first week of classes.
Important Dates
to Know
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Edgewood Commons Staff
Director: Debbie Daniels
Assistant Director of Operations: Randi Kaltrider
Debbie Daniels became the Director of Edgewood Apartments in April. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Sacred Heart University in CT, a Master of Science in Secondary Education and an Education Specialist De-gree in Science Teacher Education from the University of Tennessee. Debbie recently moved here from Washington State with her husband, two dogs, two cats, and two kids. In her spare time, she enjoys training and competing in
triathlons, rock climbing, cross country skiing, and cleaning.
Greetings and Salutations to all of the new and returning staff
members of the RLO/Edgewood family! My name is Randi
Kaltrider and I am the Assistant Director of Operations at
Edgewood Commons. I am originally from Carroll County,
Maryland, but I have called Frostburg my home-away-from-
home for the past nine years. I earned my Bachelor of Science
degree in 2008 in Elementary Education, and I earned my
Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction for
Elementary Education in 2010. Like many of you, I began my
leadership on this campus as a RA (6th floor, Cambridge Hall!).
Over the years I developed my leadership skills further by
becoming a HR, a RD, and then in 2009, I assumed the role of
Graduate Assistant at Edgewood Commons. In 2010, I stayed
on the Edgewood staff professionally as the Assistant Director
of Residential Programs. Over the years I have supervised
many great leaders, and I am motivated by helping others
grow and develop. I am an educator by heart, and I love
working with college students. I can’t wait to meet you/see you
again this fall! Remember, “if your actions inspire others to
dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a
leader.”-John Quincy Adams
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Edgewood Commons Staff
Assistant Director of Residential Programs: Norm Cole
Head Resident: Daniel Weir
Norm Cole has joined the Edgewood Team as the Assistant Director of
Residential Programs. Norm earned a BA in Theater from Messiah College
and holds a Master of Education Degree from the University of South
Florida. This will be Norm's 10th year working in residence life in Student
Affairs. In his spare time, he enjoys playing disc golf and coaching youth
soccer.
Hi! My name is Daniel Weir and I will be the Head Resident for Edgewood Commons during the upcoming school year. I
am currently a junior at Frostburg. My majors are History and Political Science, both concentrating in world affairs. I am involved in several organizations on campus and work for the Bobcat Ambassador team during the year. My hob-bies include cooking, bass guitar, reading, and biking. I am
looking forward to a fun and safe school year!
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Charee Grover’s Area
Frost Hall: Kaite Dignan, HR
Staff: 216-Jaydee Moultrie, 302– Alexandra Jones, 316– Kieshauna Thompson
Hello! My name is Katie Dignan, and I am a junior double-majoring in History and Political Science. Last year I was the 3rd floor RA in Frost Hall, and I couldn’t be more excited to return to Frost this year as the Head Resident. I am a Bobcat Ambassador and a member of both the National Residence Hall Honorary and the National Society of Leader-ship and Success. I look forward to meeting everyone in the fall, and I know that this will be a great year!
Hey everyone! My name is Brandon Kelly and I’m a Mass
Communications major with a focus in media management. I’m very
easy to get along with and have a great sense of humor. My favorite
meal is Chicken Alfredo; Favorite candy is gummy bears. Buy me either
one and we’ll be friends for a very long time.
Staff: 204-Celina Bevington, 310-Stepanie Billard, 435-Richard Sweitzer,
528-Alicia Clay, 632– Maria Esguerra
Hi Everyone! I am excited for the new school year start and meet
everyone! My name is Chandler and I am live only 10 minutes down the
road in Cumberland, MD. I just graduated from Frostburg with a
degree in Geography and will be returning to get my Masters in
Interdisciplinary studies. This will be my third year working with
RLO and I am excited to get another year under my belt. Fun fact: Just
in case the picture does not show it, I have an IDENTICAL twin brother
who also attends FSU. Do not be offended if you think you are coming
up to talk to me and I do not respond because it is most likely my
brother. Enjoy your summer!
Allen/Sowers Halls: Chandler Stroup, RD
Allen Staff: 107-Jeffrey Ilechie, 209– Desiree Despertt, 312– Zachary Weir
Sowers Staff: 107-Yolanda Vargas Barba, 209-Jacob Esposito, 312-John Biller
Cambridge Hall: Brandon Kelly, HR
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Charee Grover’s Area
Simpson Hall: Emily Pendleton, HR
Cumberland Hall: Bethany Tognocchi, RD
Staff: 037-Eric Dodson, 106-Erick Garcia, 145-Jazmine Chance,
207-Ememobong Mbek, 247-Janine Fields,
307– Andre Walker, 346-Madison Storey
Hello, my name is Emily Pendleton and I’m going into my senior year at
Frostburg State, I will be the Head Resident of Simpson Hall! I am
studying Recreation and Parks Management with a concentration in
Therapeutic Recreation, I hope to one day work full time with
individuals with disabilities. During my summer vacation I am director at
an outdoor sports and adventure camp (outside all the time, I love it!) I
also work as an usher at Merriweather Post Pavilion (not as exciting). I
love spending my time outside and trying new and crazy things with my
friends! At school I am involved in Alpha Phi Omega National Service
Fraternity and I am in the Recreation and Parks National Honor
Society. I love to have fun and be around new people. I can’t wait to see
you all in August!
Staff: 107-Samantha Barger, 209-Tonnisha Rodgers, 312-Janet Adesina
OH HEY RLO!
I'm Bethany Tognocchi and I will be the RD of the fabulous Cumberland Hall for the second year in a row. I'm currently
beginning my second year of graduate school at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) where I'm studying Student
Affairs in Higher Education. I hear you asking yourself "Well wait a minute Bethany, you're not actually a student at Frostburg?"
and you are absolutely correct! I graduated from Towson University in May of 2011 and decided that I wanted to make Frostburg the next stop on my journey into my beloved field. I
have had the best experiences so far and have grown to love the students, faculty, and staff at FSU. When I'm not supervising the
best RA staff on campus, I enjoy arts & crafts sessions and making my famous dirt cake for my favorite people (its more
popular than I am). Get pumped for a great year!
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Sean McNalley’s Area
Westminster Hall, Gregory “Joe” Akers, RD
Diehl/Gray Halls: Amanda Matousek, RD
Diehl Staff: 107-Dylan Hinther, 209-Nicole Welsch, 313-Steven Marconi
Gray Staff: 109-Dominique Fenelus, 209– Lorenzo Jones,
312-Jessica Covington
My name is Joe Akers and I’m entering my second year in the Residence
Life Office here at Frostburg State University. I earned my Bachelor’s
degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of
Connecticut where I participated in the Athletic program, playing and
working for the football team. After graduating in 2008 I then spent three
years in the corporate world eventually deciding to go back to graduate
school in the fall of 2011. I am looking forward to another great year with
RLO and Frostburg State University.
Staff: 227– Michelle Giambruno, 327-William Covington,
427-J’Monnie Walker, 527– Jessica Cantler,
627-Jennifer Cruz
Hi! I’m Amanda and I’m going to be the RD of Diehl/Gray. This will be my first year in grad school and I am in the School Counseling
program. I got my undergraduate degree in psychology here at FSU and I loved it so much I just couldn’t leave. I will never turn down an invitation to hit the dance floor and I am a firm believer in the
power of chocolate. That being said, I am so looking forward to this upcoming year, mainly so I can build relationships with all of you I don’t know, and continue treasuring the bonds I have with those of you who have already carved out little homes in my heart. Here is
to a year full of working hard and playing harder!
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LaToya Haynes’s Area
Annapolis Hall: Lilah Flores, RD
Frederick Hall: Terrel Moss, RD
Staff: 100-Jerry-Neal Watson, 204-Donovan Daniel, 304-Laura Brevig, 404– Erin Radcliffe, 504– Darlene Jackson, 604-Austin Verner
Staff: 107-Catherine Close, 147-Vincent Rawlings, 206-Jena Smith, 245-Jonathan Morales,
301– Brandon Ogletree
Hi everybody! My name is Lilah Flores and I will be the RD of Annapolis Hall during the upcoming school year. Just to let you know a little bit about me, I’m from Prince George’s County where I graduated from High Point High School. I graduated from Frostburg in May with a major in Fine Arts with a Concentration in Printmaking and Ceramics and a Minor in Psychology. This will be my fifth year as part of the Residence Life family. As an undergraduate I was involved in several organizations on campus and have several jobs on campus including working as a Bobcat Ambassador for 2.5 years and working as a Preview Guide for two summers. In years past I’ve been involved with various organizations including the National Society of Leadership and Suc-cess, the Latin American Student Organization, the BURG Peer Education Network, Amnesty International, and Phi Eta Sigma. I also worked at the Lewis J. Ort Library for four years. When I’m not working I like to hang out with friends, go online, play video games, catch up on TV shows, and watch movies. My hobbies include creating art, collecting quotes, listening to music, and reading books. I look forward to this upcoming school year!
Hello all,
My name is Terrel Moss, I am a graduate student here at Frostburg. In my free time I enjoy playing sports, watching funny
movies, and playing video games. Also, I would like to say I am very laid back and enjoy talking to everyone. I am very excited to work with everyone in Residence Life this school year and can't wait to meet
everyone.
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