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Welcome to Warren Residence Life

The office is open, Summer Hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. The Residential Life Office oversees all aspects of the Warren Residence Life Community, including but not limited to administrative functions such as: student conduct, room change requests, contract release requests, mailboxes distribution, campus resource referrals, and acting as the primary liaison to Housing/Dining Administration.

In addition, the office also provides community and student leadership development, overseeing our paraprofessional student employees, managing the Student Activity Center, mentoring several campus organizations, and sponsoring various student programs.

 
Warren Residential Life Office
Canyon Vista Admin Building 
9500 Gilman Dr, 
MC 0906
La Jolla, CA 92093-0906
Phone: (858) 534-4581
Email: warrenreslife@ucsd.edu
Summer Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM

 

 

 

Meet the Professional Staff

  • Director of Residence Life

    Director of Residence Life

    Dana Pysz, Ed.D.

    Dana has been  the Warren Director of Residential Life for 6 years. He grew up in Dana Point, CA (about 50 miles north of here) and previously worked at UCLA prior to moving to San Diego. He received his Bachelors in English at Humboldt State, Masters in Communication Studies at Texas Tech University, and Doctorate in Educational Leadership at UCLA. He lives on campus in a staff apartment in Goldberg Hall with his French Bulldog, Dixie, and can’t be more excited to be working here!

     

  • Assistant Director of Residence Life

    Assistant Director of Residence Life

    Cesar Figueroa, Ed.D.

    Dr. Cesar Figueroa has worked at four UC Campuses: UC Irvine, UC Santa Barbara, UC Santa Cruz and now UC San Diego. Received B.A. from UC Irvine, M.Ed. University of Maryland-College Park, Advanced Certificate in College Counseling from UCLA Extension, and his doctorate in Educational Leadership at UCSD.

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    Assistant Director of Residence Life

    Kevin Ngo

     

  • ResLife Administrator

    ResLife Administrator

    Belinda Herrera

    Belinda is born and raised in San Diego, graduated from the University of California Riverside with a BA in Political Science. Belinda enjoys spending time with her son and family, exploring new parks, new restaurants and going to the beach. She has a passion for arts and crafts, her hobby is macrame. 

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    Program Assistant

    Ivvan Reyna

Meet the Lead Resident Assistants (LRAs)

  • Lead Resident Assistant (LRA)

    Lead Resident Assistant (LRA)

    Lead Resident Assistants are undergraduate students who work closely with Resident Assistants to assist in community building throughout the Warren Residential Complex. Lead Resident Assistants assist in the guidance of 10-15 Resident Assistants, and support Resident Assistants in community programming and roommate mediation, and assist in disciplinary confrontations. .
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    Lead Resident Assistant

    Shruthi Aiyar

    Hi, I'm Shruthi! I'm a 4th year Applied Math major with minors in Math Education and AAPI studies. I love TV, movies, and going to concerts and I'm always looking for recommendations. I also love exploring the food and coffee scene in San Diego. I'm returning to staff as an LRA this year and I can't wait to meet the RA staff and the Warren residents this year.

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    Lead Resident Assistant

    Riley Cristat

    Hi, I'm Riley! I'm a third year ERC student with a major in Applied Math and a minor in Business. I'm the president of the women's club water polo team here at UCSD, and I love all water-centered activities, such as swimming, surfing, and of course, water polo. When I'm dry, I like to play video games and crochet. My home is across the country in Indiana, but I'm really enjoying my time in San Diego. I'm so excited to be an LRA this year and to be a part of this wonderful res-life team :)

Meet the Resident Assistants (RAs)

  • Resident Assistants (RA)

    Resident Assistants (RA)

    Resident Assistants are undergraduate students who have undergone a rigorous selection and training process. They live in the Warren Residential Complex and work with residents to develop a sense of community, facilitate open and sensitive communication among apartment/suite mates, and organize social, educational, recreational, and cultural activities. RAs are involved with many college and campus-wide activities and are great sources of information. They also are responsible for reminding residents to abide by the rules and regulations while residing in the residential complex.
  • Resident Assistant: Black Hall

    Resident Assistant: Black Hall

    Jaylene Camarillo

    Hello! I'm Jaylene Camarillo, and I am a third year Public Health major with a Concentration in Epidemiology, and a minor in Chicanx/Latinx Studies. I love go to book shopping, and being a major foodie! I call San Ysidro my home, a small border town located next to the Mexican-American border. I am a first year RA and can't wait to meet all of my new residents!

  • Resident Assistant: Black Hall

    Resident Assistant: Black Hall

    Viren Nathan

    Hi, I'm Viren, a 4th year computer science major and I'm excited to be returning as a second-year RA. In my free time, I like running the trails along the coast, photography, and finding new albums or movies to enjoy. Looking forward to meet my new residents!

  • Resident Assistant: Black Hall

    Resident Assistant: Black Hall

    Violet Vasseur

    Hello, I am Violet. I am a 4th year Visual Arts Major returning for my 2nd year as an RA. I'm from Santa Clarita, CA in LA County. I love to garden and hike, and I have a pet betta fish that I take care of! "You'll never do a whole lot unless you're brave enough to try." – Dolly Parton

  • Resident Assistant: Black Hall

    Resident Assistant: Black Hall

    Tony Sanchez

    Hello, I am a 2nd year transfer Electrical Engineering Major. I thoroughly enjoy carrot cake (no raisins), flan and croissants. However I don't really bake, I like to cook more. I also enjoy photography, film photography especially, and going to concerts. I was raised in Huntington Beach but have been all over the OC area. I am a first year RA and am excited to get to meet you all!!

  • Resident Assistant: Brennan Hall

    Resident Assistant: Brennan Hall

    Andrea Erkal

    Howdy, I'm Andrea! I'm a second year Neurobiology major. I play tennis and love to spend time at the beach. I call Houston, Texas my home where there's lots of good barbecue. :)

  • Resident Assistant: Brennan Hall

    Resident Assistant: Brennan Hall

    Ashley Gomez

    Hi, I'm Ashley! I am a 4th year Political Science major. I love to go on nature walks and go to the beach! I am from Mendota, California but I enjoy exploring different parts of San Diego throughout the school year. I am a first year RA and I am very excited for this year! "We do these things not because they are easy, but because they are hard." -John F. Kennedy.

  • Resident Assistant: Brennan Hall

    Resident Assistant: Brennan Hall

    Diego Wurst

    Hi I'm Diego! I am a 4th year chemical engineering major and I am from San Diego! In my free time I like to go hiking, play video games, and listen to music. I am a 2nd year RA and I am excited to meet all of my new residents for this coming year!

  • Resident Assistant: Brennan Hall

    Resident Assistant: Brennan Hall

    Lauren Steward

    Hi, I'm Lauren. I'm a 4th year Microbiology and Global Health major from 7th college. I like to spend my time reading a good book, hanging out with my friends, and playing water polo. I'm from Ventura, CA which is just a few hours up the coast. I'm a well seasoned RA coming into my 3rd year as one and am excited as ever for this next year. My best advice for this year is to know that everything has a season in life and to take one step at a time. Best of luck this year and I can't wait to meet y'all!

  • Resident Assistant: Bates Hall

    Resident Assistant: Bates Hall

    Cole Byers

    Hi, I'm Cole! I'm a 4th year Studio Art major with a minor in Law from Chino Hills, California! During my free time, I like playing video games, drawing, and playing with my three dogs back at home! This is my third year as an RA here in Warren, and I can't wait to meet you all!

  • Resident Assistant: Bates Hall

    Resident Assistant: Bates Hall

    Damian To

    Hi, I'm Damian! I'm a third year Biochemistry major with a minor in Political Science. I was born and raised in San Diego and I love exploring the city with friends to find fun spots to take amazing pictures. This is my second year being an RA and I'm very excited to meet everyone! "It is never too late to be what you might have been" - George Eliot

  • Resident Assistant: Brown Hall

    Resident Assistant: Brown Hall

    CJ Johnson 

    Hey y’all. My name is Christian Johnson, I go by CJ (he / they). I’m a Senior double majoring in Sociology, specializing in International Studies and Cognitive Science. In my free time, I love to watch movies from any genre. I’m a huge horror movie fanatic though - my favorite films are Scream, Trick ‘r Treat, and Jennifer’s Body. I really enjoy playing both PS4 and Switch. I’m currently cycling between Pokémon, Animal Crossing, Ghost of Tsushima, Until Dawn, and Mario Kart. I also enjoy watching YouTube videos, specifically the videos that are like “Top 5 Biggest Volcanoes” or the “World’s Most Dangerous Roads to Travel On.” It sounds kinda lame, but they’re actually really intriguing if you have the patience for it. My favorite spot on campus has to be Oceanside Terrace - if it’s not for them having some of the best food on campus, it’s definitely because they have one of the best views of the ocean on campus. There is one main reason why I wanted to be an RA: I was academically disqualified after my first year at UCSD (2016-2017). After three years of hard work, I was readmitted back into the university. It was one of my proudest moments. One person who supported me throughout my journey back to UCSD was my RA. The support and motivation she gave me was one of a kind and influenced me to want to be an RA - I want to be the support that students deserved to have throughout their journeys and life, the same support and she gave me. I’m happy to be a resource for you to utilize throughout the school year!

     

  • Resident Assistant: Brown Hall

    Resident Assistant: Brown Hall

    Autumn Hughes

    Hi, I'm Ashley! I am a 4th year Political Science major. I love to go on nature walks and go to the beach! I am from Mendota, California but I enjoy exploring different parts of San Diego throughout the school year. I am a first year RA and I am very excited for this year! "We do these things not because they are easy, but because they are hard." -John F. Kennedy.

  • Resident Assistant: Douglas Hall

    Resident Assistant: Douglas Hall

    Yasminna Sanchez

    Greetings! My name is Yasminna, and I'm thrilled to be a part of our residential community. As a marine biology major from the stunning islands of American Samoa, my love for the ocean and its incredible biodiversity runs deep. Much more than that, I have a deep love for people and making connections and thus am excited to get to know and be of assistance to everyone in the upcoming school year!

  • Resident Assistant: Douglas Hall

    Resident Assistant: Douglas Hall

    Vikram Venkatesh

    Hi! I'm Vikram, a third-year Data Science major from San Diego, CA. I enjoy going to the gym, playing basketball, and exploring new places. I am a first year RA and can't wait to meet all of my new residents!

  • Resident Assistant: Douglas Hall

    Resident Assistant: Douglas Hall

    Daniel Falk

    Hey, I’m Daniel, a 3rd year Electrical Engineering major with a minor in Math. I come from Riverside, but San Diego is like my second home. Feel free to reach out for any recommendations. Most importantly, I am excited to meet my residents for my second year as an RA!

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    Resident Assistant: Douglas Hall

    Madison Pllotkin

    Hello there! I'm Madison, a 2nd year student originally from Revelle majoring in Cognitive Science with a specialization in Design and Interaction! When I am not wallowing away in work, I enjoy playing water polo for the clubs' women team, going on runs, listening to music, and doing graphic design projects! I am from Cerritos, CA a small suburb in LA county close to Knott's Berry farm! This is my first time being an RA and I am beyond excited to meet everyone and have an overall great year!

  • Resident Assistant: Frankfurter Hall

    Resident Assistant: Frankfurter Hall

    Brigette Vasquez

    Hello everyone! I am a fourth year Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics major with a minor in Mathematics. I am someone who loves making new friends. Some of my favorite hobbies include attending ballet shows, making flower bouquets and charcuterie boards, and dancing with my friends. My current obsession are farm animals and attending baseball games. I am thrilled to meet new residents this year and share my love for community.

  • Resident Assistant: Frankfurter Hall

    Resident Assistant: Frankfurter Hall

    Rigo Batiancila

    Hi, I'm Rigo! I'm a 2nd year Electrical Engineering Major. I was grew up in the Bay Area but moved down to San Diego in 2018. I like to play basketball and a couple of other sports, go to the gym, play chess (I'm not that good), and play valorant and other video games with friends. I am going to be a first year RA and I'm so excited to meet you all!

  • Resident Assistant: Frankfurter Hall

    Resident Assistant: Frankfurter Hall

    Celia Zhou

    Hi! I'm Celia and I'm from Vancouver, Canada. I'm a 2nd year student majoring in cognitive science & neuroscience and minoring in business. In my free time, I love to explore the city, eat good food, and go to the beach with friends. I enjoy hiking, learning about cars, and going on late night drives (with karaoke of course!) I can't wait to meet all of you this fall!

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    Resident Assistant: Goldberg Hall

    Brielle 

    Hello, I'm Brielle! I'm a 2nd year CASP student. I enjoy crocheting, reading and going to concerts. I recently started watching Criminal Minds which inspired me to complete the Red Door escape room series and release my inner Spencer Reid. I am from San Diego and practically live at the beach. I am a first year RA and I'm very excited to meet my new residents! "The mind is everything. What you think, you become." -Buddha

  • Resident Assistant: Goldberg Hall

    Resident Assistant: Goldberg Hall

    Edward Jin

    Hello, I'm Edward and I am a 3rd year Computer Science major. I grew up in San Diego and decided to stay for college since it's a really nice place to be! In my free time I enjoy hiking, playing basketball, and hanging out with friends. This is my first time as an RA and I'm excited to meet my residents!

  • Resident Assistant: Goldberg Hall

    Resident Assistant: Goldberg Hall

    Kaylana Nickels

    Hi, I'm Kaylana Nickels! I'm a 4th year student and a 3rd year residential assistant. My major is electrical engineering. I love the beach, exploring nature, collecting poloriods/rocks/seashells, practicing kung fu, and thrifting! Excited to meet my last group of residents and make more memories this year! Hope to see everyone at programs and warren events <3

  • Resident Assistant: Goldberg Hall

    Resident Assistant: Goldberg Hall

    Alex Martinez

    Hello! I'm Alex. I'm a 3rd year, majoring in political science with a minor in Chicanx/Latinx Studies. I enjoy playing video games, fish keeping, music, and reading. I'm from the beautiful city of Escondido, here in California. I'll be a first year RA, excited to meet y'all :)

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    Resident Assistant: Harlan Hall

    Hedaia Anayah

    Hi! My name is Hedaia (ha-dye-yuh) and I am your RA! I’m from the Bay Area and still exploring San Diego like many of you! I transferred to UCSD a year ago and have experience in community college! I am a senior studying Pre-Law International Relations. I am bilingual.

  • Resident Assistant: Harlan Hall

    Resident Assistant: Harlan Hall

    Chris Chou

    Hi, I'm Christopher! I'm a 2nd-year Business Psychology major with a minor in Computational Social Sciences. I deeply enjoy traveling and hiking—both the city and nature are endearing in their own unique ways. San Jose is home for me; it's a quiet and quaint area to raise children for vicarious academic success. I'm a first-year RA and I am determined to create a second home for all my residents. Excited to meet you all!

  • Resident Assistant: Harlan Hall

    Resident Assistant: Harlan Hall

    Mingya Yang

    Hi, I'm Mingya! I go by Minya. I'm in the first year of my master program for biology research. I just finished my undergrad in UCSD majoring in Human Biology. I like to watch movies and painting. I am crazy for cats. They are just adorable! I attended Mark Keppel High School and am from Monterey, California. I am a second year RA and can't wait to meet all of my new residents!!

  • Resident Assistant: Stewart Hall

    Resident Assistant: Stewart Hall

    Nathan Lorenzo

    Hi, I'm Nathan! I'm a 3rd year Psychology major. I enjoy using my free time to play my piano and listen to music. I come from the land of Pico Rivera which is near the heart of SoCal. I am a first year RA, and I look forward to meeting and helping all of my new residents! As I like to say, "Keep Moving Forward!" -Lewis Robinson.

  • Resident Assistant: Stewart Hall

    Resident Assistant: Stewart Hall

    Gabby Marpaung

    Hey, I’m Gabrielle or Gabby for short! I’m a third year Chemical Engineering major, and I love to swim and play piano. I’m also a part of UCSD’s Marvel Club! I’m a first year RA and I’m so excited to meet everyone. “The greatest mistake you can make in life is to continually be afraid of making one.” -Elbert Hubbard

  • Resident Assistant: Stewart Hall

    Resident Assistant: Stewart Hall

    Nawab Mulla

    Hey, I'm Nawab! Currently a 2nd year Cogsci-ML major with a minor in CS and film. In my free time I enjoy going thrifting with my friends, eating out and watching tons of movies. I call the bay area home but I originally moved there when I was 14 from Dubai. I'm a first year RA and I look forward to meeting all my residence!

  • Resident Assistant: Stewart Hall

    Resident Assistant: Stewart Hall

    Sarah Frazin

    Hi, I'm Sarah! I'm a 4th year majoring in theatre and minoring in psychology. In my free time, I love to sing, dance, do DIY projects, spend time in nature, and hang out with friends. I also love exploring and finding cool new cafes, restaurants, shops, etc. I'm from Orange County, CA, but I definitely prefer being here in San Diego (SD supremacy!). This is my second year as an RA, and I'm so excited to be back and to meet all of my residents— let’s make this a great year!!

Meet the Office Assistants (OAs)

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    Christian "CJ" Johnson

    Office Assistant
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    Sonia Lopez-Alvarez

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    Victoria Calderon

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    Avel Mandap

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    Athziri Camarena

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    Hedaia Anayah

Meet the Warren Residential Hall Council

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    Warren Residential Council

    WRC is the Residential Hall Council for Warren College. The organization is comprised of undergraduate students who have volunteered their time to organize social, educational, recreational, and cultural activities for the Warren Residential Life community. Members gain valuable leadership, programming, and teamwork skills and many forge lasting friendships with one another. Any undergraduate student may become a member of the council. To join simply stop on by CleRHCs‘ weekly meetings; Thursday nights at 8pm in the Equality Room at the Warren College Student Activity Center (SAC). 

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    Chair:

     

     

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    Vice Chair:

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    Program Coordinator:

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    Marketing Director:

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    General Body Member

    Anyone is welcome to become a General Body Member of WRC. They attend weekly GBMs and volunteer to assist in any stage of planning and implementing programs.