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International House
500 Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10027-3916
(212) 316-8400
Departments
The Office of the President is responsible to the Board of Trustees for the overall administration of International House. It coordinates the work of the Board and its committees and oversees the International House Archives. The Office of Human Resources oversees the administration of personnel-related policies and procedures.
Sebastian Fries, PhD, President & CEO
Nanette Francia Cotter, Director, Organizational Development & Human Resources
Mary Trifault, Human Resources Manager
The Office of Admissions & Financial Aid corresponds with applicants for Resident Membership, reviews applications for admission, makes room assignments and maintains Resident records. The Admissions Office also administers the scholarship programs and verifies the eligibility of every Resident each semester at registration. (212) 316-8436
Megan Amouzou, Vice President, Admissions
Roxanni Acevedo, Admissions Assistant
Khaire Vaughan, Sr. Admissions Associate for Planning & Occupancy
The Office of Development, Alumni Relations & Communications manages the International House Archives and communications with Alumni, friends and media; coordinates special events; and secures private gifts and grants to support programs, scholarships, major improvements and special projects. (212) 316-8493
Kate Gorman, Vice President, Development
Melanie Beczak, Database Manager
Caroline Donadio, Lead Archivist
Victoria Eng, Communications Lead
Phillip Greven, Institutional Supporters
Kevin McCullough, Archives Assistant
Gabriella Melaku, Development Associate
John Wells, Sr. Advisor & Director of Alumni Relations
The Office of Programs & Resident Life develops and administers a wide range of educational, cultural and recreational programs, including visits by guest speakers, performances, social activities and trips. The Office also oversees Program Fellows and Resident Support Services.
Kim Misevis, Vice President, Programs & Resident Life
Lorraine Pirro, LCSW, Director, Global Health & Wellness Services
The Office of Facilities Management & Site Operations is responsible for maintaining all physical aspects of the buildings, including repairs and maintenance, engineering, construction and housekeeping.
Larry Palfini, Sr. Vice President, Operations
Vincent Melito, Vice President, Facilities & Site Operations
Juan Luis Rojas, Manager, Housekeeping Services
Darvin Valdez, Building Operations Manager
Maxine Wright, Facilities Executive Assistant
The Office of Finance & Operations manages all accounting, finance and IT matters, produces financial statements, works with our auditors and insures the timely fulfillment of all payments and receivables.
Johann Joseph, Payroll Manager
Oleksandra Kopieiko, Accountant
Daniel Noble, Sr. Accountant
Melissa Prince, Assistant Accountant
Bursar Services
Anita Pai, Assistant Director, Bursar Services
Ian Gray, Bursar Associate
Kalpana Frain, Bursar Associate
Information Technology Services
Brian Hermosura, Manager, Information Technology Services
Tony Chen, Information Technology Specialist
The Office of Public Safety oversees all aspects of security, safety, risk management and the administration of the Claremont Reception Desk. (212) 316-8448
Anthony Gordon, Director, Public Safety & Guest Services
Gabe Elie-Pierre, Assistant Director, Public Safety
Seydou Fall, Supervising House Manager
Lashawn Fuller, Lead Desk Attendant
Kelly Maravilla, Lead Desk Attendant
A House Manager can be reached 24/7 at (212) 316-8487 or dial 5555 from any House phone.