Conference 2025 Assistant Chair (2026 Chair)

LaRonda Brewer

LaRonda Brewer (she/her) is the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Conduct at Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA. LaRonda has been a member of ASCA since 2004. During this time, she served in many roles with the Association as the State Representative for Georgia, Regional Director, Case Study Co-Chair, SSAO Chair, Program Chair for the 2013 Annual Conference, and most recently as the Logistics Chair for thee 2024 ASCA Annual Conference in Portland, OR. In addition to these positions, LaRonda has served on the extended annual conference committee for several years leading up to her time as the Program Chair. LaRonda volunteered at check in and served as a program host. She has participated in the Gehring Academy with the following tracks: Foundations, Mid-Level, Director/SSAO, Sexual Misconduct, and Student Organizations.

In her position at Georgia State University, LaRonda oversees the student conduct process and supervises the student conduct team including two Coordinators of Student Conduct, a Records Coordinator, and two Graduate Assistants. She also works collaboratively with the Student Support team and the Equity and Civil Rights office. She is the hearing officer for sexual misconduct and Title IX cases heard by the Sexual Misconduct Board. LaRonda is responsible for recruiting panelists and advisors, coordinating training, and scheduling hearings. In addition to these roles, LaRonda is the liaison with University Housing and with academic colleges for academic integrity issues. She is the Maxient Database Administrator. LaRonda is a doctoral candidate in educational leadership at Georgia Southern University.

LaRonda is excited to serve the Association as the 2025 Assistant Conference Chair and the 2026 Conference Chair. She looks forward to elevating her volunteerism with the Association, helping set and implement the Association’s priorities, and giving back to the Association which has been instrumental in her professional development.

Assessment

Chair: Dr. Nikki Kogan

Dr. Nikki (she/her) got her start in higher education over 15 years ago working in housing and residential life (Eastern Washington University and Florida International University) before transitioning to residential conduct (FIU and University of West Georgia), eventually moving over to a conduct office full-time (Kennesaw State University). In August 2023, Dr. Nikki joined Florida Atlantic University as the Assistant Dean and Director of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution.

She earned a B.A. in Philosophy from Wittenberg University (Ohio) and a MS Ed. for College Student Development and Administration from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

In December of 2022, Dr. Nikki achieved her Ed.D. in Student Affairs Leadership from the University of Georgia, with her dissertation: “An Exploration of Current Student Conduct Educators’ Knowledge and Application of Learning Outcome and Assessment Practices Within Student Conduct Programs”. Dr. Nikki is firm believer in the power of learning assessment and data informed decision making within student conduct programs (including our professional association!)

Extended Committee

Mfon Nwabuoku

Dr. Mfon Nwabuoku is a transformational Leader, helping teams create holistic learning experiences that include restorative and inclusive practices, encourage diversity and foster the growth and development of all stakeholders. She is the Associate Director for Residence Life and Student Conduct at Grinnell College. In her current role she helps facilitate the creation of an on-campus experience focused on the success of every student as well as the staff that support their residential experience. Dr. Nwabuoku has experience creating residential staff leadership training programs, teaching a First Year Experience course and is actively involved in the creation and implementation of the college’s first divisional residential curriculum. She is an author with publications including articles and a book.

Conference Experience

Chair: Antoinette Murray

Antoinette (she/her) is a native New Yorker and hails from Staten Island, NY. Antoinette is an alumna of SUNY Old Westbury where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Nova Southeastern University where she received her Master of Science in College Student Affairs with a Specialization in Conflict Analysis and Resolution. Antoinette has 13 years of Student Affairs experience focused in the areas of Residence Life and Student Conduct.

Antoinette currently serves as the Assistant Director of Student Conduct for Residence Life at Rutgers University – New Brunswick in New Brunswick, New Jersey. In her role, Antoinette serves on the Residence Life Leadership Team, supervises a team of four student conduct professionals, and oversees the student conduct process for a residential population of approximately 16,000 students.

Antoinette has been a member of ASCA since 2020 and is excited to serve as the 2025 ASCA Conference Experience Chair. Antoinette looks forward to curating a memorable experience for you in the “Rose City” of Portland, Oregon during the 2025 ASCA Annual Conference!

Extended Committee

Justin Shelley (he/him)

Justin Shelley currently serves as the Director of Housing and Student Conduct at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. A native of Baltimore, MD, Justin has over 10 years of professional experience within the areas of residence life and housing, care and crisis response, student conduct and academic integrity, facilities management, leadership and service programs, and assessment. He has previously held positions at Towson University and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Justin earned a master’s degree in College Student Personnel from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management from Old Dominion University. Outside of work, Justin can often be found on the golf course or volunteering with his fraternity Kappa Alpha Psi.

Justin has been a member of ASCA since 2023 and attended his first ASCA conference last year. He is excited to return to Portland in 2025 as a member of the Extended Committee and to help create a memorable conference experience for all new and returning attendees.

Kelsey Skinner (she/her)

Kelsey Skinner is serving as part of the conference experience committee for the 2025 ASCA annual conference. I also serve as a co-chair for the Housing and Residence Life Community of Practice and as the Assistant Director for Residential Care and Community Expectations at Michigan State University. I have a passion for engaging with our residential students and staff related to student behavior, our response and we support students in their educational journey. I’m excited to continue serving ASCA to connect professionals across the country and build community in our out of work. Excited to see y’all in Portland!

Communications & Marketing

Chair: Jaime Weiser

Jaime Weiser (she/her) is the Assistant Director for the Office of Conduct and Community Standards at the University of Florida. In this role, she oversees the conduct and care processes within the housing department. Jaime is deeply passionate about student well-being and adopts a holistic approach to her work. She is dedicated to finding innovative and creative methods to engage with students, ensuring their overall growth and success.

Outside of her conduct role, Jaime takes great joy in advising the Gamma Omicron Chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi and teaching cycling classes at her local gym. As a past Tamara Greenfield King Equity and Inclusion Scholarship recipient, she is very excited to give back to the association and contribute to the overall success of the 2025 conference, supporting the organization that she calls her professional home.

Equity & Inclusion

Chair: Devin Blackwell

Devin Blackwell (he/him) is currently a Coordinator of Student Integrity at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia. He serves as the fraternity and sorority life (FSL) liaison and investigator for FSL-related cases. Devin’s previous work experiences include new student orientation and student success initiatives roles, serving on a sexual misconduct hearing board, serving as a university hearing board chair, and serving as an investigator.

Devin first joined ASCA as a graduate student in 2018. In 2019, he served as the ASCA Presidential Graduate Assistant, where he contributed to a project for the Board of Directors to identify how ASCA could enhance the graduate student experience and help new graduates become stronger candidates for entry-level roles to retain their membership as full-time members in the profession. In his second year of graduate school, Devin was selected to serve on the 2020 ASCA Annual Conference extended committee as the Assistant Chair for Inclusion Initiatives. Devin has also worked with ASCA community leaders to schedule special events and identify inclusive spaces in the new conference area to enhance the membership experience.

Devin is excited to serve at the ASCA conference again and looks forward to contributing to the career-enriching conference experiences he has loved and cherished since 2019.

Logistics

Chair: Griffen Farrar

Griffen Farrar (he/him) currently serves as the Associate Dean of Students at Nevada State University. In this position, he serves as the Chief Conduct officer as well as supervision of the Office of Student Life, Career Services, and the housing partnership. Prior to Nevada State, Griffen served as the Director of Residence Life at Iowa Western a two-year institution in Council Bluffs Iowa and as a Residence Coordinator at the University of Wyoming.

Griffen has a BA from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and an MA from the University of Wyoming. He is excited to serve as the 2025 Conference Logistics Chair where we can sign off on our time in Portland in style.

Extended Committee

Alex Salemme (he/him)

Alex is the Hazing Prevention and Response Specialist at the University of Washington, housed in Community Standards & Student Conduct. He joined the university in October 2023 and earned his B.S. in Middle-Level Education from Winthrop University. He also received his M.Ed. in Education Administration from the University of South Carolina and his M.Ed. in Learning Design and Technology from Winthrop University.

Alex taught middle school for eight years before transitioning to become a flight attendant, and now his current role. Alex is a proud Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity member and has volunteered to facilitate leadership and education programs for eight years. Alex believes that every student should have an environment that will build them up to be successful in the world around them.

Professional Growth

Chair: Kristin Ridge

Dr. Kristin Ridge (she/her) is the Associate Dean of Students, Community Standards, at the University of Rhode Island.  Proudly first-generation, Kristin holds bachelor’s degrees in English & American Literature and Russian Language Studies from NYU, a master’s degree in College Student Personnel Administration from NYU, and her doctorate in Educational Leadership at Johnson & Wales University. Kristin has a certification in Student Affairs Law & Policy from NASPA and a certificate from the University of South Florida, Muma College of Business, for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace.

Extended Committee

Brownishia Clark (she/her)

My name is Brownishia Clark and I serve as the Assistant Director for Student Conduct at North Carolina State University, where I am committed to fostering an environment of growth, accountability, and compassion for all students. I believe conduct is not merely about enforcing rules but an opportunity to see students holistically, I integrate a balanced approach that encourages personal development and responsible behavior.

At NC State, I am dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere where every student feels understood and empowered to learn from their experiences. By combining a deep understanding of individual needs with a commitment to upholding community standards, I ensure that students not only face the consequences of their actions but also receive the guidance and support necessary to thrive in their academic and personal lives.

I obtained my Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from the University of Mississippi. I am a proud woman from the south and a First Generation College Student. I’ve been in student conduct for approximately 4.5 years primarily focusing on restorative practices and developmental theory. My approach is rooted in the belief that true accountability comes from a compassionate and comprehensive view of each student’s unique journey.

I am deeply honored to be the 2024 recipient of the Ryan C. Holmes Silent Warrior Award, and I am incredibly grateful for this award.

I serve as the Co-Chair of the Awards Committee for the Association for Student Conduct Administration (ASCA) for the 2024-2026 term.

Kalea Jackson (she/her)

Kalea Jackson is the Associate Director for Community Standards at Johnson & Wales University’s Charlotte Campus. She holds an undergraduate degree in sports communication from Coker University and a Master of Education in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri. Kalea is passionate about helping young people, art, and sports. She leverages her creativity and interests to connect with students, ensuring they have a positive learning experience with student conduct. With experience in several roles in higher education, including residence life and housing, Kalea understands what students experience in college and the residence halls. She uses that knowledge to help students make better decisions, stay focused, and uphold the university’s community standards.

Phil Neuman (he/him)

Phil Neuman currently serves as the Senior Student Conduct Hearing Officer for Student Conduct and Community Standards at the University of Kansas. Prior to his work in student conduct field, Phil worked in Housing and Residence Life at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and the University of Kansas. Phil earned a Bachelor of Science in History from the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, and a Master of Science in Counseling and College Student Development from Kansas State University.

Phil’s enthusiasm for working in higher education comes from supporting students as they navigate challenges both personally and academically. Phil enjoys the opportunity to learn more about each student’s journey as well as encouraging students to reflect on their experiences to develop and grow. Outside of work, Phil enjoys spending time with family and friends, taking his dog (Wrigley) on walks, traveling, and watching sports.

Adeola Osabiya (she/her)

Hello All! I’m excited to be at the conference again and also part of the extended conference committee member for the second time. A newbie in North Carolina and an Assistant Director, Student Conduct at Appalachian State University, Boone NC. I received my masters degree in Higher Education in Student Affairs from Salem State University. Happy to serve again as an extended committee member for professional growth and development and I look forward to help graduate students and new professionals with their career development.

Programming

Chair: Michaela Arthur

Michaela Arthur (she/her) currently serves as the Assistant Director for the Office of Student Conduct at Marshall University in Huntington, WV. With a background spanning various roles since 2013 in Housing and Residence Life across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia, she brings extensive experience to her current position. Transitioning into Student Conduct in 2022, Michaela has found fulfillment in contributing to the ASCA community and recently served as the Connection Chair for the 2024 ASCA Annual Conference and as a member of the Case Study Resource Team.

Outside of work, she can be found experimenting with new recipes in her kitchen, tending to her rather large collection of house plants, or indulging in any and all Drag Race and Marvel content. Settling in West Virginia with her beloved wife and dog, Michaela is dedicated to supporting students and advancing the profession, embodying a passion for professional growth and service that she is excited to bring to the Conference Committee.

Extended Committee

Jordan-Christopher Purvis (he/him)

Jordan-Christopher Purvis is a residential life professional with over five years of experience working in the profession at private and public institutions. Jordan is passionate about empowering others as they navigate their personal and professional life journey, conduct, and establishing deep positive relationships with stakeholders. He recently graduated from Buffalo State University, earning a master’s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration. Outside work, Jordan enjoys spending time with his partner Emily, watching the New York Mets compete, and hiking in the Colorado mountains.

Sam Ralston (she/her)

Sam Ralston (she/her) is originally from southeast Michigan. Sam earned her BS in Organizational Communication at Ball State University and her MS in Student Affairs in Higher Education at Colorado State University. Sam now serves as the Director of Community Standards at Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado, previously working in Residence Life for a few years at the same institution. Sam has helped to grow the Office of Community Standards over time as the campus population grows, too. She enjoys policy review, learning more about generative artificial intelligence and its impact to academic integrity, and finding creative and restorative outcomes for parties involved in student conduct. Sam has been an ASCA conference attendee and program reviewer for 3 years, and is excited to contribute to the ASCA 2025 conference committee!

In Sam’s free time, she is usually outdoors participating in team sport or running solo in the local neighborhood. Otherwise, Sam enjoys reading/listening to audiobooks, checking in on her house plants, and watching reality TV.