USA Housing Staff

USA Housing Office Staff

	Jeremy Sheffield, Ed.D. Director, Housing Phone: (251) 341-4663 jtsheffield@southalabama.edu Dr. Jeremy Sheffield joined USA Housing in February 2021 and is responsible for housing business operations, facilities, and residence life. Originally from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Jeremy has more than a decade of experience in higher education in student development, residence life, housing operations, capital and strategic planning, and facility management. Jeremy is actively involved in several higher education professional organizations at both the state and regional levels and is passionate about the student experience at South. He believes strongly in strategically aligning resources, talent, and ideas to promote and enhance students' personal and academic success while living on-campus. Degree(s): Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Higher Education Administration (Ed.D.) from Abilene Christian University Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an emphasis in Finance from the University of West Alabama Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of West Alabama

	Sharon Davis Administrative Assistant Phone: (251) 460-6300 sedavis@southalabama.edu Sharon grew up in Mobile and has worked for USA for 25 years in various departments on campus including 14 years in the Housing Office. After retiring in 2022, she returned to USA Housing on a part-time basis. Once a Jag always a Jag!

	Arianna Braswell Secretary Phone: (251) 460-6436 abraswell@southalabama.edu Arianna Braswell joined the USA Housing team in August of 2023 after moving to Mobile earlier this year. A graduate of The University of Southern Mississippi, she was inspired to pursue a career in the higher education field. She will be the first point of contact on the telephone and through email. Degree(s): Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of South Alabama (In Progress) Bachelor's of Science focusing in Child and Family Sciences with a minor in Psychology from The University of Southern Mississippi

	Holly Banning Associate Director, Housing Phone: (251) 460-7869 hbanning@southalabama.edu Originally from Baldwin County, Holly Banning joined the USA Housing team in October 2021 and brings over a decade of experience in Residence Life and Housing Operations. Holly oversees the business operations for the USA Housing department and focuses on providing holistic care and service to students as they settle into their home away from home. Degree(s): Master of Science in Counseling and Clinical Mental Health from Troy University Master of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of Alabama Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Spring Hill College Bachelor of Science in History Education from Troy University

	Lauren McAnally Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications Phone: (251) 341-4663 lmcanally@southalabama.edu After living in Mobile since 2007, Lauren McAnally joined the University of South Alabama in July 2018. She coordinates all design, marketing objectives, and digital communication through on-campus campaigns, email, the USA Housing website, social media, and more. Degree(s): Master of Arts in Communication from the University of South Alabama (In Progress) Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the University of South Alabama

	Courtnee Laubenthal Coordinator, Housing Assignments & Billing Phone: (251) 460-6436 crlaubenthal@southalabama.edu Courtnee joined the USA Housing team in May 2022. She is a lifelong Mobilian and a previous student of South Alabama. Courtnee will be the first contact for anyone who calls or stops by the Housing Office. She is excited to be part of the South Alabama family and have the privilege of assisting students with all of their housing needs.

Residence Life Staff

	Caleb Lyght Residence Life Coordinator, Azalea Hall & Delta 3 Phone: (251) 460-6975 lyght@southalabama.edu Caleb Lyght joined the USA housing team as the Graduate Community Director of Azalea hall in Fall 2023. Caleb is working on his Masters in Cyber Security at USA. In Caleb's free time, he enjoys working out and playing tennis. Degree(s): Master of Science in Cybersecurity from the University of South Alabama (In Progress) Bachelor of Science in Pure Mathematics and Computer Information Systems from Spring Hill College

	Temple James Residence Life Coordinator, Camellia Hall & Delta 5 Phone: (251) 460-6466 templejames@southalabama.edu Temple came to South from Montgomery, Alabama. Spring is her favorite season in Mobile and her favorite place on campus is Starbucks! Degree(s): Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of South Alabama Bachelor of Science in Business Administration for Marketing with a concentration in Marketing Management from the University of South Alabama

	Asten Cosby Residence Life Coordinator, Delta 6 & Epsilon Phone: (251) 460-6468 acosby@southalabama.edu A native of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Asten came to South Alabama in 2016. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications in 2020 and her Masters in Communications in 2022. Before working in Residence Life, Asten worked with University Programs as a graduate assistant for Jaguar Productions and at Ulta Beauty in Tuscaloosa. In her spare time, she likes to shop, learn about beauty and fragrance products, and read fiction novels! Degrees: Master of Arts in Communications from the University of South Alabama Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a Concentration in Strategic Communication with minor in Marketing Management from the University of South Alabama

	Isaac Collier Residence Life Coordinator for Stokes Hall, Delta 4, & Fraternity & Sorority Housing Phone: (251) 460-7950 iscollier@southalabama.edu Isaac Collier is an Alabama native who came to South in 2018 from Dothan, Alabama and a graduate of the University of South Alabama. He is currently pursuing his Master's in Business Administration and loves to help residents get engaged on campus and become the best versions of themselves. Fall is his favorite season and he loves to cheer on the Jags! Degree(s): Master of Business Administration from the University of South Alabama (In Progress) Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of South Alabama

	Caleb Sanders Residence Life Coordinator, Beta/Gamma Phone: (251) 460-6976 calebsanders@southalabama.edu Caleb first joined the USA Housing team as an RA in August 2022. After graduating, he accepted a role as a Graduate Community Director where he is currently serving for his second year! Caleb is working on his Master's in Public Administration, and in his free time he enjoys going to the gym, walking the nature trail, and spending time with his friends! Degree(s): Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of South Alabama Bachelor of Arts and Science with a double major in Psychology and Criminal Justice from the University of South Alabama

	Clement Williams Community Director, USA Housing Central House on Stadium Community clementwilliams@southalabama.edu Degree(s): Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of South Alabama (In Progress) Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of South Alabama

Housing Facilities Staff

	Michael Buford Associate Director, Housing Facilities Phone: (251) 341-3066 michaelbuford@southalabama.edu

	Vacant Assistant Director, Housing Facility Operations

	Hannah Pollock Facilities Clerk Phone: (251) 460-7635 hpollock@southalabama.edu

	Jonathon Sumrall Maintenance Mechanic

	Dexter DeVaughn Maintenance Mechanic

	Russell Langley Maintenance Mechanic

	Shawn Lovitt Maintenance Mechanic

	Tim Ezell Maintenance Mechanic

	Laura Zavala Environmental Services Aide

	Sheree Jones Environmental Services Aide

	Terri French Environmental Services Aide

	Bernetta Nobles Environmental Services Aide

	Jacquisha Penn Environmental Services Aide

Community Offices

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