Residence Life Staff
Miguel Sosa
Residence Life Staff
Osprey Cove
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Miguel is new to UNF Housing & Residence Life! He received his Bachelor of Science in Sports & Exercise Science from West Texas A&M University (WT) and his Master of Education in Higher Education Administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). Miguel's previous involvements include Residence Hall Association (RHA), Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity, Student Government, and Volunteer Services Department. At different points in his career, Miguel has worked for various non-profit organizations, such as the YMCA and Break Away. Miguel also volunteers with Toastmasters International. His hobbies include kickboxing, playing video games, as well as watching YouTube videos; he describes himself as a Marvel “nerd” and plans on doing deep dives into different superheroes and examine their leadership styles for a future podcast series.
Erika Prestipino
Assistant Residence Life Staff
Osprey Cove
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Erika graduated with her Bachelor of Business Administration with minors marketing and leadership here at UNF. Erika is perusing her Masters’ degree in Business Administration with a concentration in finance at UNF. She has worked previously as a Learning Community Assistant for two years at UNF. Erika has traveled to several different countries including Germany, Switzerland and Italy. Along with traveling she enjoys baking and crocheting.
Becki Tankson-Artis
Residence Life Coordinator
Osprey Crossings
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Becki is a returning Osprey! Becki earned her Bachelor's of Arts in Sociology from Western Illinois University, and her Master's of Science in Higher Education Administration with a concentration in Student Affairs right here at UNF. After earning her Master's degree, Becki served as a Hall Coordinator at the University of New Mexico and a Residence Life Coordinator at the University of West Florida. In her free time, Becki enjoys yoga, watching hockey, baking and collecting vinyl records.
Des Basden
Assistant Residence Life Coordinator
Osprey Crossings
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Destiny or Des is from Orange Park, FL. She recently graduated with her Bachelor of Art in Psychology with minors in African Diaspora and Social Welfare. Des is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work. Before attending UNF, Des had the pleasure of attending Howard University, which is a HBCU (Historically Black College/University). At Howard, Des was on the track and field team, where she competed in shotput, discus, hammer and weight throw! During her undergraduate years at UNF, Des has served at the President of the Black Student Union, a member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, an Event Coordinator for Osprey Life and Productions and a Resident Assistant for Housing and Residence Life. Des loves to eat, cook, sleep and watch horror movies. One of Des’s best moments at UNF, was having the opportunity to be a personal assistant for B.O.B during Ozfest and personally meet Fivio Foreign and Young Gravy! Fun Fact: Des has three citizenships. She is a citizen of the United Kingdom, The Bahamas and The United States of America.
Destiny Cole
Assistant Residence Life Coordinator
Osprey Hall
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Destiny received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with minors in Human Resources, American Sign Language, and Leadership from UNF. Destiny will be pursuing her Master's degree in Management. Some of Destiny's previous experiences include working with the City of Jacksonville's Employee Services team, being a Shift Supervisor for Starbucks, a Distance Learning Coach for UNF Graduate courses and an LCA/RA for UNF Housing. Destiny has studied abroad to Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, and Peru.
Bri Ganzini
Residence Life Coordinator
Osprey Landing
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Bri received her Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Studies from Florida Gulf Coast University. She received her Master of Education in Higher Education Leadership and Policy from the University of Texas at Austin. As a student, Bri was involved with Residence Hall Association (RHA), Area Council and Residential Conduct Committee. Bri’s experiences in Housing and Residence Life (HRL) inspired her to pursue her master’s degree in Higher Education and return to HRL after graduation. Bri is passionate about student leadership, student involvement and loves working with first-generation students. In her free time, Bri enjoys reading, writing, going to the beach and spending time outside.
Mesody Ben Moha Paz
Assistant Residence Life Coordinator
Osprey Landing
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Mesody is a UNF Alumni and a returner to the UNF Housing & Residence Life! Mesody graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health, Health Sciences with a double minor in Health Education and Psychology. Some of Mesody’s previous experience includes working for the UNF Annual Giving Call Center as a Student Supervisor, the UNF Housing and Residence Life as a Resident Assistant, the Brooks Rehabilitation Brain Injury Clubhouse as a Public Health Student Intern and The Carousel School as a Preschool Teacher Assistant in her hometown of Maracaibo, Venezuela. In her free time, Mesody enjoys reading, watching movies as well as hours long YouTube video essays; the longer the video, the better! Mesody also enjoys hanging out with her friends, going to the beach, listening to music and exploring new places.
Jeremy Dioses
Residence Life Coordinator
Osprey Fountains - South Tower
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Jeremy went to La Roche University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He studied Communications Media and Technology with a minor in Graphic Design. He was an RA in undergrad and did many miscellaneous jobs all over campus. He was known as a jack of all trades both as a student and as an employee. Over the past year he started his Masters in HR, that he would love to eventually continue. Photography is one of many hobbies, along with radio production/podcasting.
Emily Martinez
Residence Life Coordinator
Osprey Fountains - North Tower
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Emily Martinez received her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance from Valdosta State University as well as her Master of Business Administration in 2022. Since 2017, she has worked several different roles in housing including Front Desk Worker, Residence Hall Director, Facilities & Operations Graduate Assistant and Marketing & PR Graduate Assistant. In her free time, she loves watching reality tv shows, hanging out with friends and family and trying new recipes.
Ezra Imes
Residence Life Coordinator
Osprey Hall and Osprey Village
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Ezra graduated from the University of Florida with dual degrees in Spanish and International Studies, with a regional concentration in African Studies. Prior to arriving at UNF, Ezra has worked as a Resident Coordinator in Yellowstone National Park, a Spanish teacher in Gainesville, FL, and, once, as an upscale chocolate consultant. Ezra loves to travel, and spent three semesters abroad during his undergraduate studies. In his free time, Ezra loves to read, cook, or do anything outdoors that involves the water.
Jesse Jones
Residence Life Coordinator
The Flats at UNF
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Jesse Jones was born here in Jacksonville, FL but moved away in 6th grade to live with his father in East Chicago, Indiana. He received a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management and Policy from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN. He is looking forward to pursuing a Master's degree in Higher Education here at UNF. Some of his previous experiences include working for the Florida Department of Children and Families, Duval County Public Schools and Edward Waters University (Florida's first and oldest HBCU). He loves to travel and he loves food! Some places he has traveled to include Mexico, Guatemala, Rwanda, Africa and Jamaica. His favorite food is seafood (shrimp and snow crab legs), specifically prepared in a low-country boil dish. He is looking forward to living in Osprey Crossing and overseeing The Flats at UNF.
Isaiah Dorado
Assistant Residence Life Coordinator
Recruitment, Training, and Student Leadership
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Isaiah is from a small city called Mulberry, FL. Which is just south of Lakeland, FL. He graduated spring 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and a minor in Leadership and Business Management. He was an intern at the Office of the Public Defender of the 4th Judicial Circuit, as well as a Resident Assistant of Osprey Cove. Previous to that, during the pandemic, he also worked as an intervention substitute at Mulberry Senior High School. There he served as a mentor for kids who had academic, attendance and behavioral issues. During his undergraduate years at UNF, he served as Vice President of the Criminology and Criminal Justice Club, a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success, a member of the Pi Omega Chapter of the Alpha Phi Sigma Criminal Justice Honor Society, a member of the Spanish Club, Active Minds Club and a founding member of the UNF Brotherhood. Currently, he is pursuing a Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ). He loves fitness, reading, nature and people. He also have a passion for photography and videography and through that, started a small business. He looks forward to making an impact and serving the UNF community.
Jessica Swint
Residence Life Coordinator
Living-Learning Communities
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Jessica Swint is a Jacksonville Native. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Jacksonville University as well as a Master of Science in Leadership and Learning from JU. Jessica enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with family. Some of Jessica's previous experiences include working as a Development Intern at Pace Center for Girls, as well as working in Marketing & Communications at JU. Jessica really enjoys meeting new people from all backgrounds and is excited to be apart of the UNF Housing & Residence Life Team!