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 administration of personnel-related policies and procedures as well as the International House NY Archives.

Brian Polovoy Interim President
Caroline Donadio Lead Archivist
Nanette Francia Cotter Director of Organizational Development & Human Resources
Mary Trifault Administrative Coordinator
Michael Walter Special Assistant to the President & Manager of the Executive Office

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 Director of Admissions
Silbia Han Admissions Assistant
Lesley Perez Admissions Associate for Recruitment
Khaire Vaughan Sr. Admissions Associate for Planning & Occupancy

The Office of Development, Alumni Relations & Communications (DARC) manages communications with Alumni and media, coordinates special events, and secures private gifts and grants to support programs, scholarships, major improvements and special projects. (212) 316-8495

Melanie Beczak Database Manager
Victoria Eng Communications Lead
Katherine Miller Sr. Associate for Development
Audrey Pray Creative Lead

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.

Lorraine Pirro, LCSW Director of Global Health & Wellness Services
Ciasia Brown-Blake, MSW Assistant Director of Programs & Resident Life
Cassandra L. Hamdan Assistant Director of Programs & Resident Life
Diamond Mercedes Programs Associate

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 VP of Facilities Management & Site Operations
Eric Cella Master Carpenter and Mechanic
Vincent Melito Group Director, Facilities & Site Operations
Edwin Nieves Assistant Director of Facilities Management
Claribel Pavlik External Events and Office Services
Juan Luis Rojas Manager, Housekeeping Services
Darvin Valdez, Building Operations Manager
Maxine Wright Facilities Executive Assistant

The Finance & Operations Office manages all accounting, finance and IT matters, produces financial statements, works with our auditors and insures the timely fulfillment of all payments and receivables.

Deepak Butani VP of Finance & Operations
Masuma Bahar Assistant Accountant
Leon Deguenon Senior Accountant
Rose Nanavati Assistant Accountant
Rolando Whittaker Payroll Manager

Bursar Services
Anita Pai Assistant Director, Bursar Services
Mumin Samah Bursar Services Associate
Trevor Thomas Bursar Services Associate

Information Technology Services
Heriberto Altieri Director, Information Technology Services
Jason Bello Information Technology Specialist
Brian Hermosura Manager, Information Technology Services

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
Gabe Elie-Pierre Assistant Director, Public Safety
Seydou Fall Supervising House Manager
Salwa Ali Lead Desk Attendant
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.