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October 4, 11, & 18, 2026

Meet the STARS College Faculty

STARS College is led by an exceptional group of housing and residence life professionals who are deeply committed to student success and the development of future leaders in the field. Each faculty member brings years of experience, diverse perspectives, and a passion for mentoring emerging professionals.

Throughout the program, faculty serve as guides, facilitators, and role models—leading sessions, offering personal insights, and supporting STARS participants as they explore pathways into campus housing and student affairs careers.

Zac Birch
University of Illinois Chicago
Dan Colascione
University of South Carolina
Youanna Gooden
University of Memphis
John Michael Haky
Youngstown State University
Paige Hicks
University of Chicago
Shelby Joiner
West Virginia State University
Amber Karel-Gerace
John Carroll University
Nishmin Kashyap
Boston University
Quinneka Lee
Louisiana State University
Beth Miller
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Tye Wesley
University of North Carolina Greensboro

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