Head Staff
Hello and welcome to Kellum Hall! My name is Patrick Heneghan and I am the Residence Coordinator for Kellum Hall. I have directly supervised the building for the last three years. I supervise the RAs, advise the hall government and am in charge of all the operations in the building. Prior to working at FSU, I graduated with my Masters degree in Student Affairs Administration from Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA. I am originally from Seattle, WA and am very excited to be here in sunny Florida. In my spare time, I enjoy using Adobe After Effects to make movies, building computers, cooking food and exploring the local Tallahassee area. My office is located on the first floor, feel free to stop by!
Hey Y'all! My name is Emily Eisenstadt and I am the Assistant Coordinator of Kellum Hall. I'm currently a first year Master's student in the Higher Education Student Affairs program and am loving my time at Florida State so far! I am originally from Columbia, South Carolina and did my undergraduate degree at Wofford College in Spartanburg, South Carolina. I was an English and Sociology major with a concentration in Gender Studies. I spent six months during my junior year of college at Goldsmiths College, University of London and fell in love with the city and hope for the opportunity to move back soon. Obsessions I have include: finding the perfect cheese danish, reality television, keeping up to date on current events, and traveling anywhere at anytime. I also collect tea towels. My office is located on the first floor; come by and say hi!
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Resident Assistants
1st Floor- Alex Hinnand
Hey, everyone! My name is Alex Hinand. I am a sophomore studying Instrumental Music Education. I am from Port Charlotte, FL (near Sarasota). I play the clarinet, saxophone, and flute. I hope to become a high school band director after graduation. I am in love with Parks and Recreation, and I’m a huge fan of Broadway musicals and theatre. From the moment I toured FSU for the first time, I was in love. I knew that this school was where I belonged, and the people I have met and the experiences I have had solidify this decision. I hope you enjoy your time as a Seminole as much as I have!
I am studying Biology and I will be receiving a minor in Chemistry. I am an active member in Alpha Chi Sigma and Eta Sigma Phi. I am also an Eco-Rep and participate in Garnet and Gold Goes Green. In my spare time, I visit the Rez, play IM sports, bowl and hang out with friends. I love country music; my favorite artist is Luke Bryan. When I graduate, I want to move to Colorado and possibly study Ecology. I am horrible at making decisions... so we will see what I do for a job. For my graduation gift, I want to travel around Europe. I really want a hedgehog when I graduate and his name will be Marshall.
2nd Floor- Meredith Vollmer
2nd Floor- Lori Dowling
3rd Floor- Tim Lootens
3rd Floor- Kiernan Doyle
Hello! My name is Lori Dowling and I'm currently the RA on second floor low at Kellum. I was born in Panama City, Panama but grew up in Central Florida. I'm studying Early Childhood Education at the moment, but have interests in several other fields of study. When I have time to do so, I enjoy doing anything creative (painting, drawing, writing, crafting), watching movies and interviews, and eating.
I’m double majoring in Editing, Writing, and Media and Media Production. My life’s dream is to be a writer for Saturday Night Live. Needless to say, In my free time I like to swim, take pictures, and watch movies. I’m a huge movie and TV buff and I’ll watch just about anything! I also love to read. I really like traveling. My family has collectively been to more states than I can count off the top of my head. We’re the type of people who would drive from Florida to Arizona (and yes, we actually have). One of my favorite things about Florida is all the nature. I love kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking. Hope you enjoy your stay with us in Kellum hall.
My name is Tim Lootens. I am sophomore and a mechanical engineering major. I love sports, friends, getting involved on my campus, traveling, playing guitar and piano, and FSU!!! I have lived overseas in Turkey and I have been to the Great Wall of China, the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls. I am so happy that I am at FSU! I love the friends that I have made and community on campus is amazing. FSU has given me everything I could ask for in a school. GO NOLES!!!
4th Floor- Fay Coombes
4th Floor- Jamila Weatherly
I am currently a sophomore Environmental Studies and Criminology major. I spend most of my spare time on Tumblr, Netflix, or Youtube. I’ve been playing basketball since I was in first grade. I played only one year of basketball in high school because I was too busy with marching band. I play the French Horn for fun now and when I was in chiefs last year I played the Mellophone. I have a row of books that I am working on reading with "The Original Illustrations Sherlock Holmes" by Doyle at the top of the list. I try to win the hearts of my friends and coworkers via baked goods because I’m Italian and Irish and that’s how we win people over.
I'm a Junior with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry and Psychology. I want to become a OB/GYN (women's health physician) one day,. I'm originally from the great Washington D.C./MD area. I love to dance !! I want to learn as many different dances as possible. When I'm not vigorously studying, I spend my free time volunteering as much as I can. I'm sure you will find where you belong during your time here at FSU! If you ever need a shoulder to cry on, an ear to vent to, or ever wanna chill and watch netflix I'll be around !! Hasta Luego mis companeros!! (quasi fluent in spanish) GO NOLES AND KEEP FSU A HAPPENIN' PLACE TO BE
5th Floor- Chris Simpson
5th Floor- Anthony Zeng
Hey guys! I'm Chris Simpson, a sophomore economics major here at FSU. I am the RA on 5 low in the great Kellum hall. I love theatre, music and Fsu football. I strove to be as involved as possible and to talk to everyone. Fsu has opened me up to amazing opportunities and I love to give back to such a great community. Have a great day and go Noles! "
I am sophomore from Spring Hill, Fl. I was born in Clearwater, Fl which makes me a first generation college student since my parents are originally from China. I am involved in the Asian American Student Union and I will be a 2014 Orientation Leader. I enjoy movies, music, reading, politics, and technology but I’m also interested in anything that holds my attention. My true color is green with gold coming in a close second. My favorite movie is Forrest Gump. It is a great story and represents my favorite quote “everything happens for a reason.” My door is usually open, come by and say hello! And as always go Noles!
6th Floor- Amanda Roy
6th Floor- Melia Orrell
Apart from being an RA, I'm also the treasurer of the Black Actors' Guild. I'm currently directing a comedy show with the Guild. I'm a senior majoring in International Affairs and Spanish, with a minor in Arabic. I hope to one day work in Emergency Management. The summer after my sophomore year of college, I studied abroad in Costa Rica. The experience reinforced my love of travel and I hope to visit many more countries throughout my lifetime. I have an older brother and the cutest Dachshund in the world, his name is Hans. This is my second year at Kellum and I'm excited for what's to come!
This is my third year here at FSU. I'm currently studying economics. I'm looking towards a career within student affairs. This is my second year as a Resident Assistant. In my free time I love to knit. One of my absolute favorite TV shows is House of Cards. Claire Underwood is my spirit animal. If you ever see me around feel free to talk. I'll be the one wearing the galaxy tights.
7th Floor- Prathyusha Pamidi
7th Floor- Emma Marhsall
This is my third year living in Kellum hall and I love this building. As a second year RA I have firsthand experience of how living in Kellum and being in college can be as fun as you make it. I'm a Junior majoring in English Literature looking into careers in Student Affairs or Media Broadcasting. I work at FSU's student owned and operated radio station V89 as a news anchor and sometimes host of and participant in the New Department's show Vox Populi. I like spending time on Tumblr and the Oatmeal. I tend to participate in dressing up for events, like movie screenings or theme nights. I also enjoy attending events put on by the university, especially Pow-Wow and SLC screenings. Live Long and Prosper Noles!
My name is Prathyusha Pamidi and I am so lucky to be one of the RAs in Kellum Hall this year. My major is Biological Science and this is my third year calling FSU home! I am very passionate about environmental issues and am hoping to pursue a career in ecology or conservation biology research. This is my second year being an RA and it has been one of the most fulfilling and growing opportunities of my college experience. FSU holds such a special place in my heart and I’m so proud to be a Nole!
8th Floor- Andrea Schmidt
8th Floor- Katrina Herrera
I am a Senior majoring in Environmental Science from Miami Shores, FL. I am all about the environment and learning new ways that we can use less energy and live the same lifestyle. My goal in the future is to have a self-sustainable, off the grid K-12 private school where we harvest our own food and use only wind and solar energy to power the school. I love to hang out with friends in my spare time and enjoy the outdoors, such as sitting outside the Heritage Tower Fountain by Doak Campbell Stadium. I am ALL about FSU Athletics! You can find me at every football game and watch party on Union Green as well as at Women's soccer games and volleyball games. My favorite color is blue specifically ocean blue, which leads to one of my favorite places to be, the beach. The feel of sand between my toes is something that keeps me happy. I enjoy being an RA in Kellum and I represent the 8th floor on the high side! GO NOLES!
Hi every one! I'm Andrea Schmidt and this is my second year at FSU and my first semester as an RA in Kellum—I love it! I am a biology and Chinese double major and want to pursue a career as a marine research scientist. My goal is to be able to travel and do educational outreach in communities around the world while working on my research. In my free time I fence with FSU’s fencing club and read. I’m very happy I came to FSU, between my fellow RA’s and my residents, the people here are the nicest and most genuine around.
9th Floor- Dante DiSabatino
9th Floor- Megan Sweeney
I am a 2nd year Biology major, minoring in History and Philosophy of Science, Chemistry, Psychology and Physics, and I want to be a rural physician when I graduate (hopefully from FSU Medical School). I love it here and am a proud Seminole. Along with being an RA I love getting involved in other ways on campus. Currently I am an undergraduate lab volunteer, the secretary of Aspiring Medical Professionals, and attend the Wesley Foundation. In my spare time I am a book worm and pintrest addict. The number one thing on my bucket list is to set a world record and I have already attempted a few different things but as of yet that dream is still being worked toward. Also I love to travel and learn about other cultures. I have traveled all around Europe with my swim and long distance track team as well as some trips to Africa with my family.
My name is Dante DiSabatino. It's my 4th year here at FSU and my second year as an RA here at Kellum Hall. I'm an environmental science major minoring in meteorology and mathematics and I'm pursuing a certificate in leadership studies. Some organizations that I am involved in on campus include greek life and Pride Student Union. Some of my hobbies include playing guitar, thrift shopping, listening to records and playing video games. Dr. Who, Parks and Recreation and 30 Rock are some of my favorite TV Shows. I love dry and dark humor, which makes authors like Kurt Vonnegut and film directors like Wes Anderson and Quintin Tarintino my favorite. I beat testicular cancer when I was 19 and showed chemo who was boss! I love my job as an RA and hope to pursue Student Affairs after I graduate.
10th Floor- Lauren Franquiz
10th Floor- Christa Nelson
I am a big sister, a bilingual Cuban American, a PR Major and a world traveler. I’m a mommy to the sweetest schnauzer in the world by the name of Mr. Chamberlain. I’ve never died my hair and need encouragement to paint my nails, but I love fashion and sometimes wear three different outfits in one day. I hope to go on to graduate school and study higher education. I've traveled to 11 different countries; my favorite is India, where I taught English in an international school for 3 months. I enjoy adventure and spontaneity, but I'm also be a type-A, obsessive list maker. The organized part of me constantly tries to tame the spontaneous side. I love sitting outside my room on my spare time and chatting with residents as they pass. I feel lucky to have residents that want to sit with me and chat about their day. Sometimes a one resident turns into seven which makes me so happy!
Hello! I am a Senior Theatre major here at FSU, and this is my 3rd year as an RA! I really enjoy cooking, baking and sleeping in my spare time, but my favorite hobby is watching movies! I want to be in them one day, so I try to keep myself busy by watching and learning from the professionals. Some of my favorite films are Some Like it Hot, Shaun of the Dead, Reservoir Dogs, Lord of the Rings, The Cabin in the Woods, and The Avengers (Nerd Moment - Clark Gregg (Agent Coulson from the Avengers) re-tweeted me once. It was AWESOME.). I love comic books and zombies, and I have a nerdy obsession with sci-fi TV shows (Doctor Who, Firefly, Dollhouse, Star Trek, etc.). Another strange (to some people) thing that I enjoy is Shakespeare. I went to London over the summer to study Shakespearean Acting, and it was absolutely life changing! So, if you ever need a movie recommendation, have questions about the Study Abroad Program, or just want to see my awesome pictures from London, come see me on the 10th floor!!