Meet the Residence Life staff at JCC
Jamestown Community College’s Residence Life staff create a warm, positive community in the residence halls. The Residence Life director works with residence directors and student resident assistants to provide a supportive environment and fun programming. You can go to them with any ideas, questions, or concerns.
Director of Residence Life
Tyler Silagyi, Director of Residence Life
Welcome to Residence Life and the Hillside Suites! My name is Tyler Silagyi, and along with being the director of Residence Life, I am also a JCC alumnus and previous residence director here at the college. Through this position, I hope to provide our residents with an experience that helps them grow into mature young adults ready to take on their next steps in life.
In Residence Life, we firmly believe that the more connected you are, the more successful you will become! It is my hope that by choosing to live on-campus, student residents will be able to make long-lasting and valuable connections with each other, faculty, staff, and the Jamestown community. Everyone is capable of success, which relies on the choices that each of us make. This is the time to define who you are as a person and who you wish to become. Choose to be great at everything you do and you will find continuous success with every new adventure.
Hillside Suites North
Karen Campbell, Residence Director
Hi, my name is Karen Campbell, and I am the resident director of Hillside Suites North. I am a graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. I was born and raised in Charlotte, NC, so get ready for some southern charm. I look forward to working with and getting to know the students at JCC. I want to not only help you become great students, but also adults who can make it once they leave this institution of higher learning.
Michael Gilbert, Resident Assistant
Hey there, my name is Michael Gilbert. I’m entering my second year at JCC. I’m a part of the JCC men’s soccer team and I’m a business administration major. I’m from Ireland and I try to be as friendly and helpful as I can. I will try to help you the best I can and hope to make your experience at JCC, whether you’re a freshman or sophomore, a positive one.
Grant Khuzwayo, Resident Assistant
Hello there! My name is Grant Khuzwayo and I'm an international student. I am in my final year of studying Business Administration at JCC. I love to read, write, and travel. This is my second year being a part of the Residence Life staff and my goal is to ensure that the voices of the residents are heard. I hope to continue to further improve my leadership skills at JCC.
Sim Mhlanga, Resident Assistant
Hello! My name is Mbali Mhlanga. I am commonly known as Sim to my peers. I am an international student from South Africa and I am currently studying to become an occupational therapist assistant hoping to one day become an occupational therapist. I am a part of the women's basketball teams as well as the international club. My mission is to make sure all residents feel at home and comfortable at JCC. My door is always open to anyone who may have any concerns and I look forward to meeting all of you.
Hillside Suites South
Ayomideji Israel-Akinbo, Resident Assistant
Hi! My name is Ayomideji Israel-Akinbo, or Deji for short. I am an international student; born in Colombia, I am Nigerian by nationality, but I grew up in South Africa. This is my second year at JCC, studying engineering science. My wish is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment in the residence halls, making it feel like your home away from home. I am excited to meet and engage with you all!
Daniella Naidoo, Resident Assistant
Hi there my name is Daniella but most people call me Dani, I’m an international student from South Africa and I’m currently in my second year at JCC studying psychology. I currently work at the global office.I strive to create a welcoming and warm environment. I hope to be a friendly face that you can come talk to whenever you need regardless of the topic. I can’t wait to begin this journey with all of you.
Dan Towell, Resident Assistant
Hello! My name is Dan Towell. I was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. I'm on the JCC soccer and golf team and I'm in my third semester at JCC. I’m studying Sport Management and I plan to become a college soccer coach with my degree. As a RA I plan to always be an option when people need help throughout the college year. Whether it's in the dorms or around campus, I always want to be a helpful resource for residents. I hope to create a community within the dorms and make it feel like home for residents as soon as I can.
Hillside Suites West
Xavier Churnac, Residence Director
My name is Xavier Churnac, and I am the residence director of Hillside Suites West. I have always enjoyed being a part of residence life. As an alumnus to JCC, I feel I’m in the perfect position to share my success story, which enables me to do whatever it takes to help our students create their own success here.
Lydia Adu-Kwakye, Resident Assistant
Akwaaba! Willkommen! I am Lydia Adu-Kwakye, a native of Ghana. I am in my final year of Nursing at JCC in the hopes of becoming a family nurse practitioner, and a professor in the long run. In my first year at JCC, I could call the on-campus housing a home due to the amazing work done by past RAs. I will also be a great support to you all as you take upon yourselves this new adventure, or continue this journey at JCC. All dreams are within reach. All you have to do is keep moving toward them. Welcome, and never think you are alone!
Jax Arcuri, Resident Assistant
Hello! I am Jax Arcuri. I’m born and raised in Canada. I’m in my sophomore year at JCC where I am playing on the baseball team. I am taking Sport Management to help me get into front office work in the future with a pro sports team! My goal as an RA is to make sure the residents have fun on campus while also helping everyone have a great experience at JCC to the best of my ability! I look forward to meeting everyone!
Aman Gulamov, Resident Assistant
