A.J. Hudspeth
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Professional in student housing management, equipped for leading residential communities. Known for fostering collaboration and driving positive outcomes. Skilled in conflict resolution, assessment, and connecting with students. Adaptable and dependable, with focus on creating inclusive and supportive environments for students regardless of background
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Residence Hall Director
University at Buffalo, SUNY
Buffalo, NY
04.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily operations of residence hall, ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures
- Recruit, train, and supervise 16 Community Assistants, enhancing leadership skills and teamwork dynamics
- Collaborate with facilities management teams to address maintenance concerns promptly, ensuring a comfortable living environment for residents
- Decreased overall repeat offenders of conduct violations through successful adjudication of conduct meetings utilizing a restorative justice
Residence Life Coordinator
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Recruited, trained, and supervised 8-11 Resident Assistants, providing them in a variety of areas including on-call response, making referrals, and programming
- Served in an on-call rotation, ensuring safety and well-being of residents during emergencies or conflicts.
- Analyzed data from housing surveys to inform policy adjustments and enhance living conditions
- Established partnerships with campus resources to support student wellness and academic success initiatives
Graduate Residence Director
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Served as mediator and facilitator for interpersonal conflicts with students
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among students
- Advised hall council to host in-hall events which focused on fostering community, understanding DEIA, and provided growth opportunities for students
- Provided on-site leadership with residence hall openings and closings
Graduate Intern - Student Success and Retention
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Designed assessment tools to evaluate effectiveness of student support services and measure outcomes
- Conducted surveys and analysis of student data to inform targeted interventions and program improvements specifically for first and second year undergraduate populations
- Collaborated with academic advisors and faculty to identify at-risk students
Education
Master of Arts - Postsecondary Education: Student Affairs
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2018
Skills
- Case Management
- Communication
- Crisis Management
- Critical Thinking
- Data Visualization
- Mediation
Awards
- University at Buffalo Pillars of Pride - March, 2026
- Drake Martin Gold Star Award - April, 2023
Timeline
Residence Hall Director
University at Buffalo, SUNY
04.2025 - Current
Residence Life Coordinator
University of Northern Iowa
05.2023 - 03.2025
Graduate Residence Director
University of Northern Iowa
01.2022 - 05.2023
Graduate Intern - Student Success and Retention
University of Northern Iowa
01.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Postsecondary Education: Student Affairs
University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of Northern Iowa