Welcome to Holton-Hooker

Holton-Hooker is home to cluster-style units for first-year and honors students. Like traditional-style, cluster-style fosters a sense of community, and residents quickly form relationships. It’s common to see room doors propped open, hear music playing, residents chatting across the hall, and hanging out or studying in the lounges. This building has community-style bathrooms but offers lockers, private shower rooms, and fewer students per bathroom than traditional-style. Holton-Hooker is located on North campus near Fresh Food Co., Fuel, Kleiner Commons, the tutoring center, and Mackinac Hall, where most freshmen have classes. Cluster-style living encourages residents to build a community by connecting with their floormates and attending programming events and other campus events. Holton-Hooker Learning & Living Center is also home to classrooms, meeting space, and Einstein Bros. Bagels, allowing students to focus more on classes and socializing in their space.

Welcome Floor Meetings

Meet your fellow residents and your RA at your first welcome floor meeting! The first welcome floor meeting will be the evening of your scheduled move in. See your RA boards in your building for a specific date and time.

MEET THE STAFF

KNOWLEDGE BASE

RESIDENTIAL DESKS

MAIL & PACKAGE CENTER

SUBMIT A WORK ORDER

GVSU EVENTS CALENDAR

HRL COMMUNITY LIVING STANDARDS

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Resident Assistants (RAs) are sophomore-level or higher, undergraduate and graduate students who live on-campus. There is at least one RA on every floor of each living center. They contribute to a positive community living experience by serving as a campus resource for first-year students, and by coordinating social and academic activities for residents. RA staff members serve in the HRL duty rotation and are extensively trained in crisis management, facilities management, campus policies/student code of conduct, and student development.

Community Directors (CDs) are professional staff members who have a Master's degree in student affairs. CDs are live-in staff members and they assist in the daily operations of residential communities. These operations include administrative duties, managing conduct, supervising an RA staff, and providing support to residential students. CD staff members serve in the HRL duty rotation and have extensive experience in crisis management, facilities management, campus policies/student code of conduct, and student development.

Community Director

Chelsea Farley, MEd

Community Director

M. Ed. – Higher Education & College Student Affairs Leadership; Grand Valley State University

Phone: (616) 331-2671

Office: HHLC 128B

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

I started at GVSU in 2017 as a freshman and I instantly fell so in love with the campus, that I had to stay here and continue on my personal, academic, and professional journey! I graduated in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and then again in 2023 with a Master of Science in Higher Education. During my undergrad, I was involved in Greek life, I was a transitions leader, I worked at the Laker Store, and I was a campus tour guide. After being so involved, I realized I loved working with students and decided that working at a University is exactly what I wanted to do. So now, here I am years later, and I am still so lucky to be able to continue to call Grand Valley home.

farleych@gvsu.edu

Resident Assistants

Jacob Greig

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Cardiovascular Sonography

Pronouns: He/Him

Hi everyone, I am Jacob Greig. I am from Northville, Michigan. I will be a junior this year starting the Cardiovascular Sonography program. I love shopping, traveling, listening to music, and hanging out with friends and family. I am so excited to be back in Holton Hooker this year. I am super excited to meet everyone. If you ever need anything let me know. I am excited to meet you all.

David Arellano

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Psychology & Behavioral Neuroscience

Pronouns: He/Him

This is David Arellano. He really loves to do it all during his free time, in terms of hobbies he loves to draw, play piano, and be outdoors. He has been a multiple clubs and organizations such as Laker familia, baile folklorico, trio, campus ministry, destinos, and the latino student union. He will always be there for any of your needs whether that be talking through problems or needing instructions on how to make a pbj sandwich.

Olivia Clark

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Nursing

Pronouns: She/Her

Hi I'm Olivia! I'm a sophomore currently majoring in nursing! I am passionate about mental health, the environment, and volunteering. I enjoy reading, card games, and tennis. I'm looking forward to being your RA this school year! Go Lakers!

Hailey Wingard

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Elementary Education

Pronouns: She/Her

Meet RA Hailey! This is her second year as an RA. She loves to explore campus and find new places to study and hang out. In her free time, Hailey is often riding horses, reading or hanging out with her friends.

Ella Demers

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Elementary Education

Pronouns: She/Her

Ella is currently a sophomore pursuing elementary education. In her free time she enjoys going to the gym, spending time at the library and hanging out with her friends and family. Ella is passionate about creating an inclusive environment where students feel supported emotionally and academically. Go Lakers!

Hannah Heckman

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Psychology & Early Childhood Education

Pronouns: She/Her

Hannah is a first year RA at Holton Hooker this year and is in her Junior year studying Psychology. She is very involved in campus and divides her time between the honors college, work at the Charter Schools Office, IM sports, and being with her friends. When not at school, Hannah works in the school districts from her hometown, Olivet, where she teaches and tutors students of any age. In the future, she hopes to become a school counselor or child psychologist.

Ben Gargiulo

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Computer Science

Pronouns: He/Him

Ben is from South Lyon, Michigan, and this is his second year as an RA. He is a Junior at Grand Valley, and is majoring in computer science. Back home, he has a sister who goes to U of M, and two dogs, Winston and Lucy.

Sandeep Kumar Kandukuri

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Cell and Molecular Biology

Pronouns: He/Him

Sandeep Kandukuri is a dedicated Resident Assistant at GVSU's HHLC community, passionate about supporting residents and creating a welcoming environment. He is pursuing an MS in Cell and Molecular Biology. Outside of his studies, he enjoys going to the gym, going on adventures, meeting new people, and spending time in the library.

Garrett Langford

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Cyber Security

Pronouns: He/Him

Garrett is a second-year RA at Grand Valley. He studies cybersecurity and works at the GVSU Cyber Range. Some of his hobbies include video games, golf, fishing, and working on cars. He is excited to meet all of you.

Chris Grace

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Psychology & Behavioral Neuroscience

Pronouns: He/Him

Christopher Grace is a first-year RA coming from Massachusetts. He is studying psychology and neuroscience. He enjoys rock climbing and a good book.

Travis Cellucci

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Sports Management

Pronouns: He/Him

Travis Cellucci is a sophomore at GVSU and is excited to be on board the RA staff this year! Travis is a Sport Management major with a minor in Business and currently works for the Grand Valley football team as a student assistant. In his spare time, Travis enjoys working out and watching his favorite sports teams, the Chicago White Sox and Philadelphia Eagles. Travis hopes to create a positive environment that all residents can succeed in, while also helping them be able to learn and grow during their college experience.