Welcome to Weed, Hoobler, Ott, & Johnson

These buildings are located in the North Campus Neighborhood near Kleiner Commons, the tutoring center, Fresh Food Co., Fuel, and Mackinac Hall, where most freshmen have classes. You may hear about this building as being a part of the WHOJ community which includes four Living Centers - Weed, Hoobler, Ott, and Johnson. Apartment-style units give residents more privacy while still encouraging them to build community by connecting with their floormates and attending programming events, as well as other on-campus events.

First Floor Meetings

Meet your fellow residents and your RA at your first floor meeting! The first 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

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

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.

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ZACH JACOBS, M.Ed.

Community Director

M.Ed. – Higher Education & College Student Affairs Leadership; GVSU

Phone: (616) 331-0650

Office: Johnson 103

Pronouns: He/Him/His

[email protected]

Resident Assistants

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Andrew Whitman

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: English in Secondary Education

Pronouns: He/Him

Andrew is a 3rd year college student majoring with Mathematics in Secondary Education. While Andrew is not engaged in academics, he likes to spend his time running with the GVSU XC & Track Club, where he holds the position of President. His other favorite activities includes playing video games and cooking tacos for his friends.

 

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Shakaiya Wells

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Business/Finance

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Shakaiya is excited to join WHOJ as a Resident Assistant. Shakaiya is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all residents. Known for her approachable demeanor, Shakaiya is eager to help build a vibrant community and ensure a positive living experience. In her free time, Shakaiya enjoys spending time with family and playing video games, which helps bring a balanced and engaging perspective to their role.

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Tobi Davis

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Behavioral Neuroscience

Pronouns: They/Them/She/Her

Tobi is a Third-Year majoring in Behavioral Neuroscience and Minoring in Spanish. Their favorite color is lilac, and they have a 10 year old dog named Caysee. Her favorite television show is Parks and Rec.

 

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Kevin Estrella

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Accounting

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Kevin is a returning third-year RA. He graduated with a BBA in Accounting and is now pursuing his Master of Science in Accounting. When he's not studying, Kevin enjoys working out, running, and hanging out with friends. After completing his master's, he plans to work at Deloitte in Chicago as a staff member in the audit department.

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Liliana Bartels

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Film and Video Production

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Liliana is a passionate creative who finds joy in movies, sketching, and music. With a flair for fashion, she loves thrifting for new outfits to put together and hanging out with people! Liliana looks forward to connecting with the community and sharing her artistic pursuits.

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Jack Bellgowan

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Computer Science

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Jack Bellgowan is a junior majoring in computer science and minoring in cybersecurity and math. He is returning for his second year as an RA in WHOJ this year. Jack likes to go to the gym, listen to music a lot, and read!

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Mea Oest

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Allied Health Sciences 

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Mea is an RA at Ott living center. She is a sophomore, and currently studying Allied Health with the goal of becoming a Physician Assistant. Mea loves to spend time with friends, family and pets.

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Andrew Seim

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Anthropology

Pronouns: They/Them/Theirs/Other

Andrew is an Anthropology major starting their junior year at Grand Valley. In their free time they can typically be found at the climbing center. They have an identical twin named Noah who is an RA in Laker Village.

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Annah Stang

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Marketing 

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Annah could not be more excited to return to GVSU as a WHOJ Resident Assistant! A rising Junior, Annah has been active in many facets of Grand Valley- from Laker Marching Band, to Student Senate, and more! She can't wait to chat and learn about the diverse experiences of our community. Go Lakers!

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Kaitlin Traboulay

Mentor Resident Assistant

Major: Allied Health Sciences

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Kaitlin is going to be a senior this fall at Grand Valley and is studying Allied Health Sciences with a focus in Pre-PA studies. She loves to read, watch movies and tv shows, and spend time with her family and friends. Kaitlin can't wait to start this new school year in WHOJ!

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Cooper Trumbley

First Year Resident Assistant

Major: Mechanical Engineering

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Cooper is a mechanical engineering major from St. Joseph, Michigan, coming into his second year at Grand Valley. In his spare time, he enjoys making music, playing sports with friends, hammocking, reading, and tinkering/building things. He tends to watch Monday and Thursday night football out in the lobby, so feel free to stop by and say hi!

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