college staff
ROGER BOYE, FACULTY CHAIR
Roger Boye joined the ranks of Northwestern University’s emeritus faculty in 2005.
In addition to serving as faculty chair of the Communications Residential College, he also directs the Medill-Northwestern Journalism Institute (known as the “Cherub Program”) and is parliamentarian of the Northwestern Faculty Senate.
As faculty chair, Roger provides support to members of the executive board in the operation of the residential college, and organizes faculty-led events and excursion for the residential college's members.
r-boye@northwestern.edu
CHARLES WHITAKER, ASSOCIATE CHAIR
Charles Whitaker is the dean of Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism and a Charles Deering McCormick Distinguished Clinical Professor. Since joining the Medill faculty in 1993, he has taught courses in news writing, magazine writing, magazine editing and blogging.
The Associate Chair is ordinarily a full-time faculty member who is selected by the Faculty Chair from among the college’s fellows to share some of the Faculty Chair's responsibilities and can take on projects such as language tables, helping recruit fellows, organizing excursions, or teaching a residential college seminar.
c-whitaker@northwestern.edu
Hannah Feiner, ASSISTANT CHAIR
Hannah Feiner is a doctoral student in the Communication Sciences and Disorders department. Her research focuses on developing communication interventions for young children with developmental disabilities from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds.
As the assistant chair of CRC, Hannah works closely with Roger Boye, the faculty chair of CRC, and members of the executive board to help support the CRC community. Her primary responsibilities include scheduling lunches with faculty and fellows, organizing trips and tours for CRC, and buying food and drinks for CRC events.
hannahfeiner2026@u.northwestern.edu
STUDENT EXECUTIVE BOARd
Ellie Caro, President
Hi there! My name is Ellie Caro and I am a second year double majoring in Theatre and Environmental Policy. I am also a songwriter, an Emerging Scholar, and a NYT Games enthusiast. As President of CRC, you can come to me with any residential needs whether it be figuring out the BSR (Big Screening Room) or simply needing a listening ear. I am so excited for all our new CRCitizens this fall and I can't wait to welcome and support you all!
elliecaro2027@u.northwestern.edu
As President, Ellie presides over executive board meetings and All-College Meetings, represents the Communications Residential College on the Residential College Board and during University events, oversees residential college activities, ensures officers fulfill their responsibilities, and organizes CRC's internal elections.
Dillon Nashelsky, Vice President
Hi! I’m Dillon - CRC’s Vice President. I’m a second year studying Theatre and Psychology. Outside of CRC, I act in both student theatre, film productions, and voiceover work on campus! I’m also a co-technical director of WAVE Productions, one of the student theatre boards on campus. For fun, I play video games, watch student theatre just about every weekend, and generally goof off with my friends! Please reach out if you need a hand with anything, CRC related or otherwise, I’m happy to help!
Dillonnashelsky2027@u.northwestern.edu
As Vice President, Dillon keeps track of points for all CRC members, administers the yearly housing lottery, coordinates housing assignments for returning CRC members, and acts as the president if and when necessary.
MAHALIA FOSTER, IM Sports Chair
Hi! I’m CRC’s IM sports chair. I’m a second-year studying biomedical engineering. At Northwestern I play club softball and I am a member of OSTEM. Outside of school I enjoy playing guitar, going to the gym, and hanging out and playing video games with my friends. One fun fact about me is that I played the upright bass for 6 years! I am super excited to work with everyone to make improvements to the dorm and make it a great place for all!
mahaliafoster2026@u.northwestern.edu
ALan Shu, Treasurer
Hello. I’m Alan, a first-year studying economics and mathematics. I am also CRC’s treasurer! I am also involved in the Northwestern Concert Band playing the clarinet. Outside of classes I would either be buried under my pile of work or playing video games with my friends. Feel free to come to me with any questions I can help with.
alanshu2027@u.northwestern.edu
As treasurer, Alan maintains CRC's financial records, receives and disburses funds at the direction of the executive board, and works with the Student Organization Finance Office to manage CRC's accounts.
Lizzie Ferrazza, Secretary
Hey there! I’m CRC’s dorm secretary (and unofficial mascot). I’m a second year studying RTVF, Spanish, and Classics. Outside of class, I’m a member of the Northwestern Spirit Squad and an improvisor on the Titanic Players.
ฅ(^•ﻌ•^)ฅ──☆*:·゚In my free time, I like writing sketch and standup comedy. I also play acoustic guitar and listen to 100 gecs. Hablo español - ¡ven a chatear conmigo!
lizzieferrazza2026@u.northwestern.edu
As secretary, Lizzie records the minutes for executive board meetings and for All-College Meetings, writes the weekly CRC Newsletter, and publishes the Tinkle Times, published in the bathroom stalls.
Jillian Dudley, social chair
Yello! My name is Jillian Dudley (yes I am also Jillian, hehe) and I am a sophomore Theater major and History minor. For fun, I play chess, I’m a writer, I hang out with my friends, I sing, and I work in the Howard area as an assistant teacher at a preschool! As social chair of CRC, I will plan and host social events in the dorm for students and exec members to connect and bond, usually around 4 per quarter, and we'll have fun times, playing trivia and games, having a watch party, and having a grand ole time in (the best) dorm on campus, CRC! Thanks yall!
jilliandudley2027@u.northwestern.edu
As Social Chair, Jillian plans and organizes a social event for the residential college at least once every two weeks for a minimum of four per quarter, and also provides food for munchies and coordinates one major social event every quarter.
Natalie Wells, academic chair
Hey! I’m Natalie, and I’m a second year studying Journalism and Global History. I write for Inside NU, a publication where I get to geek out over my favorite sports — football, basketball, and baseball. In my free time, I love to read, watch Survivor, play video games, and go to the gym. Talk to me about any questions you have about connecting with our amazing CRC fellows!
nataliewells2026@u.northwestern.edu
As the academic chair, Natalie organizes and publicizes firesides and other academic activities at CRC, recruits and retains faculty fellows in conjunction with the Faculty Chair and Executive Board, and supplements the relationship between the Assistant Chair and faculty fellows.
Lindsey Nickel, philanthropy chair
Hi guys! I’m Lindsey, I’m a second year studying English Lit, Spanish, and probably will have added another area of study by the time you’re reading this. I’m involved with In Our Nature, an environmental publication here on campus, and I work for Concerts at Bienen, among other activities, and I’m super involved with CRC events! In my spare time you can find me crocheting something, blasting Taylor Swift, or spending time by the lake, even if it’s the dead of winter. I’d love to talk to you guys about anything CRC or sustainability! Feel free to reach out.
lindseynickel2026@u.northwestern.edu
As the philanthropy chair, Amanda organizes and publicizes philanthropic activities and opportunities for CRC members at on-campus and off-campus locations, and organizes one major CRC philanthropy event every quarter.
James Lee, Tech Chair
I am a second-year studying RTVF. At Northwestern, I am involved with organizations, such as Studio 22, Vertigo Productions, NU Cinematheque, and Applause for a Cause, with off-campus memberships in the Chicago Indie Critics and GALECA. I can be found writing and workshopping scripts, reviewing movies online, wearing a variety of hats, being on film sets over the weekends, and listening to far more Fleet Foxes than is typically considered necessary. I am excited and ready to fully optimize the tech available in CRC!
jameslee2026@u.northwestern.edu
As Tech Chair, James is responsible for the general upkeep of CRC's equipment rooms and facilities, buying new equipment and supplies, and administering the CRC film grant.
FACULTY Fellows
CRC has a team of wonderful faculty fellows, with expertise ranging from Radio/TV/Film to Journalism to Communication Studies, and more.
Periodically, fellows join the student community for weekly Fellows Lunches in Allison Dining Hall or offer firesides at which students can join them in an informal setting to discuss a chosen topic.
Jeremy Birnholtz
Associate Professor
Communication Studies
Catherine Carrigan
Lecturer
Radio/TV/Film
Chaz Evans
Lecturer
Radio/TV/Film
Darren Gergle
Professor
Communications Studies
Robert Gundlach
Director/Professor
Writing Program/Linguistics
Desiree Hanford
Lecturer
Journalism
John Kupetz
Adjunct Lecturer
Journalism
Jonathan Love
Manager Learning Spaces
Medill
Jon marshall
Assistant Professor
Journalism
JA Adande
Associate Professor/Program Director
Sports Journalism
Fritz Burgher
Assistant Director
Undergraduate Admissions
Elise de los santos
Lecturer
Journalism
Joe Germuska
Executive Director, Knight Lab
Medill
Ava Greenwell
Professor
Journalism Editorial
Bradley Hamm
Professor
Journalism
Alexandria Jacobson
Communications Coordinator
Marketing and Communications
Candy Lee
Professor
Journalism
Freda Love Smith
Lecturer
Radio/TV/ Film
Jacob Smith
Professor
Radio/TV/Film