{"id":11860,"date":"2018-07-25T20:09:00","date_gmt":"2018-07-26T01:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vanderbilt.edu\/studentcenters\/?page_id=11860"},"modified":"2026-02-13T15:15:29","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T21:15:29","slug":"our-office","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vanderbilt.edu\/studentcenters\/about\/our-office\/","title":{"rendered":"Staff"},"content":{"rendered":"

STUDENT CENTERS TEAM<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

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Clayton Arrington<\/b><\/a>\u00a0✉<\/a>
\nSenior Director | Student Engagement & Leadership<\/em><\/p>\n

Clayton has been working at Vanderbilt since 2001, serving in a variety of roles to support students and the 天美传媒官网 community. After completing a degree at Middle Tennessee State University, Clayton received his Master\u2019s Degree in Higher Education Administration from The Ohio State University.\u00a0 Along with providing support for Student Centers, Clayton also works on special projects and initiatives within the Student Affairs Office. He enjoys helping students find a sense of belonging on campus and supporting professional staff in their development and career.\u00a0 His passion also includes coaching basketball and enjoying all that the summer brings<\/p>\n

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RESERVATIONS & SYSTEM MANAGEMENT<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Karen Burnett<\/strong><\/a> ✉<\/a>
\nAssociate Director | Reservations & System Management<\/em><\/p>\n

Karen helps faculty, students, and staff plan events on Vanderbilt\u2019s campus\u2014a role she finds both super fun and incredibly rewarding. She first fell in love with college life while serving on the programming board at Auburn University and later spent 17 years honing her hospitality and customer service skills at Gaylord Opryland Resort. Now with 15 years at Vanderbilt under her belt (don\u2019t do the math!), she brings energy, experience, and a love of community to every event she supports. Outside of work, Karen lives way out in the country on her family\u2019s farm with her husband, Erik, and their son, Jack. It\u2019s a true family compound\u2014her in-laws, sister-in-law, and brother-in-law all live on the property too.<\/p>\n

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Zach Greene <\/strong>✉<\/a>
\nSenior Coordinator of Reservations & System Management<\/em><\/p>\n

Zach joins Vanderbilt from Corpus Christi, Texas where he previously worked at his alma mater, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s, Student Union as a student worker and professional staff. While there he oversaw building operations and worked with students and staff to put on many great events and shows. Zach’s passion lies within Student Unions, helping turn ideas from scratch into successful events, and helping students succeed. Outside of work, you can find him hiking with his dog Warden, frequenting Gold’s Gym, or following wherever the sound of country music is coming from.<\/p>\n

EVENTS<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Jordan Carnell Hajacos<\/strong><\/a> ✉<\/a>
\nAssociate Director | Events
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Nashville native and Auburn University alum, Jordan Carnell Hajacos, has been with 天美传媒官网 since 2008 and has been doing events for over 15 years. After joining the team as an event manager, Jordan now serves as an Assistant Director for Student Centers. A foodie and live music lover, Jordan\u2019s sense for Nashville culture and cuisine helps her shape the unique event spaces at 天美传媒官网 for clients. Outside of work Jordan enjoys spending time with her family, eating at all the local hot spots and enjoying the music scene.<\/p>\n

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Abi Enockson <\/strong><\/a>✉<\/a>
\nSenior Coordinator of Events & Operations
\nSarratt Student Center | Rand Hall, Student Life Center, Alumni Hall\/Student Staff Development<\/em><\/p>\n

Abi joins Vanderbilt from the Academy for the Arts in Asheville, NC, where she helped students and faculty bring music to life. A native of Fargo, ND, she graduated from St. Olaf College with degrees in Music (viola) and Management Studies. She\u2019s worked in Minneapolis, Chicago, St. Louis, and Asheville, motivated by her love of people, education, and the arts. Off the clock, you\u2019ll find her hiking, traveling, trying her hand at some Irish fiddle, or spoiling her perfect cat.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Charlie Gray <\/strong><\/a>✉<\/a>
\nSenior Coordinator of Events & Operations
\nResidential Colleges, Commons Center \/ Student Staff Development<\/em><\/p>\n

Charlie first fell in love with working in live events when he worked for his alma mater\u2019s radio station, KSJS, at San Jose State University. Originally hailing from Sonoma, CA, he has spent the last five years of his life working in live music and events here in Nashville for such companies as Paradigm Talent Agency, Wasserman Music, & Marathon Music Works. Most weekends, you can still find him enjoying live music somewhere in the city, hiking around with his dog, or finding new restaurants to enjoy.<\/p>\n

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Luisa Mattos da Costa<\/a> ✉<\/a><\/strong>
\nCoordinator of Events & Operations<\/em><\/p>\n

Student Life Center, Benton Chapel, Alumni Hall<\/em><\/p>\n

Luisa is a multilingual Business Administrator with experience in event planning, data evaluation, and community engagement in higher education. She was awarded the Harold Love Outstanding Community Service Award in 2023 and has a strong commitment to community-centered work. At Vanderbilt, she coordinated programs for CLACX, supporting international education, cross-institution collaborations, and numerous student initiatives. With a background in education and a postgraduate certificate in Advanced Multicultural Studies from Brazil, she brings a dynamic, collaborative approach to teams.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Residential Colleges\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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Nikki Joyner <\/strong>✉<\/a>
\nCoordinator of Events & Operations
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Student Life Center, Benton Chapel, Alumni Hall<\/em><\/p>\n

Nikki Joyner is a dedicated Events Coordinator with extensive experience in planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of corporate and social events. She is recognized for her exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage complex logistics with professionalism and precision. Nikki is committed to delivering outstanding event experiences that align with client goals and exceed expectations. Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and children and enjoying good food and her passion for college basketball.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Anne Koehler <\/strong>✉<\/a><\/p>\n

Coordinator of Events & Operations<\/em><\/p>\n

Commons Center<\/em><\/p>\n

Anne joins us from Iowa State University, where she graduated with a B.S. degree in Event Management. While there, she worked as a Special Events Assistant at the Memorial Union and gained a passion for coordinating diverse events. She is excited to be at Vanderbilt and help make people’s dream events come to life. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her dog, Goji, reading, listening to music, traveling with friends and family, as well as finding new hidden gems in Nashville.<\/p>\n

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Alysha Patel <\/strong><\/a>✉<\/a>
\nCoordinator of Events & Operations
\nSarratt Student Center | Rand Hall<\/em><\/p>\n

Alysha Patel hails from Seattle, WA, but now proudly calls Nashville her home. A Seattle University graduate with a degree in Marketing and Management, she brings a background in sports, including time spent with Huntsville City FC, to her professional journey. A true Seattle sports enthusiast, she is especially devoted to the Mariners. Outside of work, you’ll find her dancing, spending time with friends and family, enjoying a bowl of mac & cheese, or re-watching her favorite Zac Efron movies with an enthusiasm that rivals her sports fandom.<\/p>\n

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Maya Johnson <\/strong><\/a>✉<\/a><\/p>\n

Graduate Assistant<\/em><\/p>\n

Maya is a first-year master\u2019s student in the Higher Education Administration program at Peabody College. She graduated from the University of Virginia with a B.S.Ed in Youth & Social Innovation this May. During her time in undergrad, she discovered her passion for student affairs and supporting student voice and events. Outside of classes, you\u2019ll find her taking pictures of sunsets, attending sports games, and rewatching her favorite shows for the hundredth time.<\/span><\/p>\n

FACILITIES AND OPERATIONS<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Sara Cope <\/a><\/strong>✉<\/a>
\nAssociate Director | Facilities & Operations
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Sara has been at Vanderbilt since 2014 when she started the Higher Education Administration Master’s program at Peabody College. After joining the Student Centers team in 2016, Sara has held many roles: Event Coordinator, Senior Coordinator focused on the student employment program, and now an Associate Director focused on the department’s Facilities and Operations. She truly loves the atmosphere of learning at VU and the ability to serve on a team where staff and students collaborate and grow together. Outside of work, she is busy keeping up with three rambunctious kiddos and spending time with her husband and dog. She is a proud alum of Centre College (Danville, Kentucky) and is a member of the Nashville Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae Association.<\/p>\n

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Brooklyn Barnes <\/strong><\/a>✉<\/a>
\nSenior Coordinator of Facilities & Operations<\/em><\/p>\n

Sarratt|Rand, Student Life Center, Women’s Center, KC Potter Center, Center for Spiritual and Religious Life, Project Safe, Black Cultural Center, Center for Student Wellbeing, and University Counseling Center <\/em><\/p>\n

Brooklyn comes to Vanderbilt from Knoxville, TN, where she worked as a Student Building Manager at The University of Tennessee’s Student Union while completing her Bachelor’s in Education. Through her work there, she oversaw events and facilities operations, became an active volunteer for ACUI’s Regional Leadership Team, and discovered a newfound passion for college unions and their influence on campus to foster collaboration, community, and positivity. In her free time, Brooklyn enjoys staying active through hiking, running, and doing yoga. She is also an avid foodie who loves good books and spending time with friends.<\/p>\n

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Jess Bostic <\/a>✉<\/a><\/strong>
\nFacilities & Operations Coordinator\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Commons Center, Alumni Hall, Benton\/All Faith Chapels, Kissam, and E. Bronson Ingram<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Jess is a proud Belmont alum with a BBA in Music Business and has a longtime love for live events. After previously working with Student Centers as an Event Manager, she’s excited to be back – this time in a new role with Facilities & Operations – after taking a creative detour to chase her dream of becoming a hairstylist. When she’s not on the job, you’ll find her adventuring with her musician husband and their daughter, catching concerts, or planning the next family trip. Music and travel are her love languages!<\/p>\n

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Facilities and Operations Coordinator, Student Centers and Greek Life<\/em><\/p>\n

Zeppos, Rothschild, Carmichael, Community Event Space, Leadership and Service Space, Multicultural Community Space, Student Engagement Space, and West End Neighborhood<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Wade Seifert is the new Facilities and Operations Coordinator for the West End Neighborhood (WEN), Student Centers, and Greek Life. Wade supports the daily operations of Greek houses, communicates with Housing, VUMO, & Greek Life, and manages social events in WEN. He also leads facilities management in Student Centers-managed spaces and the WEN programmatic buildings. Wade brings higher education experience from his previous roles at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he earned his graduate degrees, and looks forward to helping Vanderbilt provide an excellent student experience. In his free time, Wade enjoys spending time on the golf courses around town or attending collegiate sporting events.<\/span><\/p>\n

PRODUCTION SERVICES<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Jonathan Spencer<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0✉<\/a>
\nAssociate Director | Production Services<\/em><\/p>\n

Jonathan brings a long list of professional experiences in the Audio Visual space, including work at the Omni, Embassy Suites, and Lipscomb University.\u00a0 Jonathan is originally from Louisiana and completed his Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications with a Recording Industry Management emphasis at Middle Tennessee State University in 2000.<\/p>\n

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JT McLoughlin<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0✉<\/a><\/p>\n

Sr. Coordinator of Production Services<\/em><\/p>\n

JT relocated to Nashville from New Haven, Connecticut. He received a Bachelor of Science in Communication and a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Southern Connecticut State University, as well as a graduate certificate in audio engineering from the Yale School Of Drama. Before joining the team at Vanderbilt he had an active and eclectic career in theatrical sound in the Northeast, following his passion of facilitating art through the creative use of technology. When he’s not working he enjoys fishing, road trips, and dreaming about New Haven pizza.<\/p>\n

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Suzanne Freeman<\/strong><\/a> ✉<\/a><\/p>\n

Production Services Assistant<\/em><\/p>\n

Suzanne has been swimming in the Social Religious Building (now the Wyatt Center), caught a train at Union Station, ridden in a paddle boat at Centennial Park (Lake Watuga), and on the Skyliner (a wooden roller coaster) at the fairgrounds. Now, she works in a booth designed by Sir Cecil Creape (Russ McCown) of Creature Feature.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Brady Brown<\/a> ✉<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Production Services Assistant<\/em><\/p>\n

Brady is originally from Illinois where he received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Illinois State University. After working in the Exercise Science field in Denver, Colorado, he relocated to Nashville to pursue his new passion in the Audio-Visual industry. After completing his Associate of Applied Science in Audio at the SAE Institute of Technology, he worked at SAE as a Studio Technician, Audio Engineer, and Repair Technician. Outside of work, he loves spending time with his wife and dog, playing guitar, going to concerts, and traveling to National Parks.<\/p>\n

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Presley Hopper<\/a> ✉<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Production Services Assistant<\/em><\/p>\n

Presley was born and raised in Forth Worth, Texas and went to Belmont University, where she received her Bachelor’s in Media Production and where she got her start in working in live event production. In and outside of school, her experience ranges from live theater to concerts to sports production. When not working, she is a film enthusiast and avid book reader, and occasionally plays video games, even if she isn’t that great at them.<\/p>\n

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Jaylin Milis<\/a>\u00a0✉<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Production Services Assistant<\/em><\/p>\n

Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Jaylin is a multiyear audio technician having graduated in Recording Arts and Show Production at FIRST Institute in Orlando, FL. He has worked for notable theaters around Orlando, such as the Dr. Philips Center for Performing Arts and the Orlando Shakes Theater. He relocated to Nashville to further his knowledge, experience, and education here at 天美传媒官网.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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