Residential Life Staff

Residence Directors

Each residence hall and living area has a residence director (RD) who oversees the daily functions of the hall/area. All RDs hold a master's degree and live in the hall and serve as an administrator, resident assistant (RA) supervisor, hall government advisor, counselor, and arbitrator. Your RD has an office in the building and can be contacted there or by clicking on her name below.

Aurora Hall -	Julie Phillips	(320) 363-5555
Brian Hall -	Stefanie Wiesneski	(320) 363-6275
Corona Hall	Melissa Hulme	(320) 363-5534
Lottie Hall -	Katie Rindahl	(320) 363-6021
Margretta Hall -	Stefanie Wiesneski	(320) 363-6275
Regina Hall -	Melissa Hulme	(320) 363-5534
East & West Apartments and Campus Houses -	Randee Petersen	(320) 363-5024

 

Director of Residential Life 

The Director of Residential Life is responsible for the overall supervision and management of the residential life department.  The director works closely with the residential life staff, student development staff, security and facilities to ensure the on-campus living experience is safe, comfortable, and supportive of students' personal and intellectual growth. 

The Director of Residential Life is Kelly Crue and can be reached by calling (320) 363-5580.

Associate Director of Residential Life

The Associate Director of Residential Life is responsible for the room assignment process for new and returning students.  The associate director develops and manages the policies and procedures for operational aspects of the residential life program.  The associate director also supervises the student staff in the Residential Life Office and at the Mary Commons Information Desk and Mail Center.

The Associate Director of Residential Life is Mary Beth Thompson and can be reached by calling (320) 363-5580.

Assistant Director of Residential Life

The Assistant Director of Residential Life is repsonsible for is responsible for helping to create a supportive residential living environment that promotes the values and practice of Catholic, Benedictine living, health and wellness, and women’s development. The Assistant Director oversees the Health and Wellness Living Communities and is responsible for department programming initiatives.  The Assistant Director works collaboratively with the Associate Director and Director of Residential Life to design and implement strategies that enhance the campus culture and educational outcomes of students.  

The Assistant Director of Residential Life is Shebly Wentworth and can be reached by calling (320) 363-5580.

Assistant Residence Director

There are four student staff members with one to two years of prior experience, has leading to a leadership role within our departments. The ARD assist the RDs in the administration and supervision of the residence areas.  One ARD lives in an apartment within each of the residence areas.  ARDs serve as a contact person for staff and students regarding routine concerns, such as check in, check out, maintenance issues, break information, administrative organization and keys. The ARD may also be called upon to assist with Living Group Agreements, living group mediations, and making referrals to services on campus.

Resident Assistants & Community Advisors

RAs & CAs are students who have been selected because of their desire to serve others, as well as develop talents and abilities in others and promote student development. They contribute to the residential program by combining their own pursuit of knowledge and development and by assisting other students to do the same. The RAs and CAs work cooperatively with students in their area to develop a sense of community where integrity and respect are valued. With assistance of residents, the RAs, ARDs, CAs, and RDs organize activities, programs and speakers to meet the interest and needs of each residential area. The variety and depth of these learning experiences are the basis for building the community spirit so characteristic of the Collge of Saint Benedict.

Office Staff

We have a team of talented students who are here to answer questions and assist students, faculty, staff, parents and visitors in relation to campus housing and residential life at CSB.  We are here to do what we can to make the transition from home to campus a smooth process. The office is open from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. We can be reached by calling (320) 363-5580 or via email at housinginfo@csbsju.edu