Stevenson College Staff:
Ellen Suckiel: Provost
Contact: (831) 459-2328, suckiel@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #106
As the Provost of Stevenson, I am the chair of the faculty at the college. I am responsible for the general intellectual life of the college, including our academic and advising programs. I oversee all college courses, including the core course, as well as college scholarships and student project funding. I sponsor lectures by faculty and other distinguished scholars throughout the year, and develop programs—such as the faculty-student mentor program— to support students studies within our residential environment. I also serve on the Council of Provosts and a
variety of other university-wide committees to ensure the Colleges
interests are represented. I look forward to meeting you as you join the
Stevenson community.
For more information on Provost Suckiel, click here
Jim Carter: College Administrative Officer
Contact: (831) 459-2638, ejcarter@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #110
My goal is to work closely with the Provost, other staff colleagues, and students at Stevenson to create the best possible living and learning environment for our college community. Primary areas of responsibility include residential life and housing, college programs, facilities and fiscal management. When I’m in, the door is usually open. I look forward to meeting you and hearing your ideas, plans and suggestions for strengthening community life at Stevenson.
Rachel Jablon: Associate College Administrative Coordinator
Contact: (831) 459-2793, rjablon@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #112
I have general oversight of the Student Life component of Stevenson College. This includes responsibility for the Residential Life, Housing Program, College Programs and Judicial Affairs. I work collaboratively with the college staff, the Provost and students, forming a team that provides you with the best social, educational, multicultural, and recreational opportunities possible. We are dedicated to making your residential college experience a positive one! If you have a chance, come by for some conversation & chocolates.
Marie Yoo: Senior Academic Preceptor
Contact: (831) 459-5262, myoo@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #118-B
As an adviser, I provide assistance in academic planning, administrative policies and procedures and assist students in utilizing the resources and opportunities available on campus. I also work collaboratively with staff of various units to develop and implement events and programs geared to enhancing academic and personal success.
Michelle Taylor: Academic Adviser /
Academic Programs Coordinator
Contact: (831) 459-4474, mftaylor@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #119
Like the other Stevenson advisers, I answer questions about all aspects of academic life. As the Academic Programs Coordinator I am responsible for Stevenson College Scholarships, Student Project Funds, and the Stevenson Core Course
Mary Alvarez: Academic Adviser
Contact: (831) 459-2588, malvarez@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #119
As one of the Stevenson advisers, I help students with all aspects of their academic goals. Besides helping students choose courses, decide on a major, work out enrollment problems, get help with their academic standing, and navigate the university bureaucracy, I like to help students take advantage of the many educational opportunities available at UCSC (Education Abroad, UCDC, internships, research, individual study and more) and seek out faculty mentors.
Gustavo Nolazco: College Assistant, Records Coordinator &
Mail Services Supervisor
Contact: (831) 459-4930, gus@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #111
When you have any general question come see me in the College Office. I am familiar with the college and university services, and can be a valuable resource for you. I provide general support to the staff such as scheduling meetings for the CAO and Academic Advisors. I maintain your academic file with your unofficial transcripts, and petitions. I also maintain the student roster, mail box assignments and maintain schedule for the Silverman Coference Rooom (Stevenson 131).
Michael Tassio: Provost Assistant
Contact: (831) 459-1026, mtassio@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #118-A
Michael’s primary duties are to the Provost, organizing academic, alumni, and student events on a number of interesting topics that attract a wide range of the campus community. (For information on upcoming events visit the "Academic Events" webpage.) In addition, Michael is the webmaster for this website and a Core Course Instructor for Stevenson College.
Open office hours for Fall Quarter, 2007: Monday-Friday, 12:00-4:00 p.m.
Liz Cowan: Financial Specialist
Contact: (831) 459-2172, lcowan@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson Administrative Building, office #116
As the Financial Specialist, I handle the budget, reporting and financial transactions for the college. I’m also the person you’ll come to if you are awarded Student Project Funds.
Alisa Bescherer: College Programs Coordinator
Contact: (831) 459-3108, abescher@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson 188-A (Programs Office)
As the College Programs Coordinator (CPC) my major responsibilities are to coordinate the Fall Orientation program as well as the graduation ceremony in the Spring. During the academic year, I oversee educational, cultural, and social events and act as adviser to the Stevenson Student Council. I also work with students to develop programs for transfer and non-traditional students. The Programs staff welcomes your input and participation.
Lauren Dun: Assistant College Programs Coordinator
Contact: (831) 459-3729, ldun@ucsc.edu
Office: Stevenson 188-A (Programs Office)
The Program Assistants and I work closely with the College Programs Coordinator and Residential Life Staff on various events held at Stevenson. I maintain the schedule for the Fireside Lounge, and coordinate Summer Orientation. I also produce other publicity materials that come from the Programs Office.
Coordinator for Residential Education (CRE):
Sarma Williams, Apartments
Contact: (831) 459-5321, sarma@ucsc.edu
Office: Casa Novena (Apartment 9), #201-D
Elida E.K. Erickson, Upper Quad
Contact: (831) 459-2730, ekericks@ucsc.edu
Office: Casa Novena (Apartment 9), #201-C
Stan Prather, Lower Quad
Contact: (831) 459-5072, sprather@ucsc.edu
Office: Casa Novena (Apartment 9), #201-B
The CREs are responsible for supervising all aspects of Residential Life at Stevenson. They provide direct support services to approximately 250 students in their respective quads, and about 140 students in the apartments. They coordinate the training and selection of your Resident Advisers, adjudicate student conduct cases, and provide educational, multicultural, and social opportunities for students. They also have responsibility for counseling, advising, conflict management, and on-call responsibilities. Stop by the Residential Life and Housing office in House 9 of the apartments to get support and assistance for all residential life issues. They are here to make your lives easier.
Linda Hart: Housing Coordinator
Contact: (831) 459-5688, lhart@ucsc.edu
Office: Casa Novena (Apartment 9), #201
I assist the Associate CAO for Student Life and coordinate roommate assignments, meal plan changes, room switches, key replacements, check-in and check-out procedures, house inspections, and general office assistance. If you have housing concerns, please stop by the Residential Life and Housing Office, in House 9 of the apartments.
Jake Renew: Senior Building Maintenance Worker
Contact: (831) 459-5264, jrenew@ucsc.edu
Office: Casa Quinta (House 5), basement workshop
I am responsible for the day-to-day student residence maintenance concerns. I also supervise a student work crew to assist in repairs and general upkeep. I can be reached in the downstairs shop in House 5, by phone (459-5264), or via the fixit website.
Darlene Denny: Gardener
Contact: (831) 459-5125, dardenny@ucsc.edu
I am responsible for maintaining the grounds at Stevenson, and keeping the grassy knoll green and beautiful flowers blooming throughout Stevenson. If you have any question you can contact me at (831) 459-5125.
John Hadley: Coffee House Manager
Contact: (831) 459-2433, jjhadley@ucsc.edu
I supervise the day-to-day operation of the Stevenson Coffee House. I have 25-30 student employees that serve specialty coffees, homemade baked goods soups, salads, and sandwiches at very reasonable prices. The Coffee House is home to lively music, informal student/faculty interactions, biweekly art shows and more. I can be reached for catering, comments, compliments and any feed back Monday through Friday at (831) 459-2433.
Community Safety Officers (CSO)
Wayne Hendrickson
Greg Speed
Paul Richter
Sadek Chakib
The CSOs are here to guarantee and ensure your privacy and well being by enforcing college and university policies at night. We are available for any and all emergencies which may occur from 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., seven days a week, including holidays and campus closures. If you need any type of assistance or just need a resource for many of your campus questions call 459-2100 and a CSO will be radio dispatched to you.