Meet Our Team!
Menyada Anderson, Apartments Hall Director
Hello! My name is Menyada Anderson, and I have been part of Xavier University's Residence Life team since July 2024. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, with a minor in Women and Gender Studies, and a Master's in Counselor Education with a concentration in School Counseling, both from the University of Toledo. While in Toledo, I was also involved in Residence as a Resident Assistant and Graduate Assistant Hall Director. I am passionate about making higher education accessible to incoming students, as well as advocating for mental health and improving the overall college experience! I am a Cincinnati native and live about 25 minutes north on I-75. I enjoy listening to and playing music, baking, crafting, traveling with friends, and having a good time!
John Schaller Justice Hall Director
Hi, my name is John Schaller. I completed my Master's in Higher Education and Student Affairs at Saint Louis University where I held a Graduate Assistantship in the Office for Student Responsibility and
Community Standards. I am originally from Cincinnati and even though I loved my time in St. Louis, I am really excited to be back. When I am not working you can find me going to a game (baseball, hockey, football, soccer or other) in town, working out, or cooking.
Mykaela Freeman, Buenger Hall Director
Hi, I am a graduate from Wittenberg University. From Wittenberg, I obtained a BA in English and a Sociology minor. During my time in school, I acquired a true love for helping others and truly making a difference. My activities on campus included; National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), University Hearing Board, Residential Life (Residential Advisor), Alpha Xi Delta where I stood as the continuous open bidding director, and SAGE, a group of English majors on campus that plan events for the English department and help incoming freshman understand what the major entails. I am now pursuing a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Xavier University. I hope to incorporate my love for writing and helping others to create a platform to help young women of color in need after completing my masters.
My primary focus working as a Hall Director is to create a sense of community and belonging many long for while transitioning to a new part of life. If I can help students grow, prosper, and find their true place and calling that would make me feel complete.
Bri Dowell-Howko, Kuhlman Hall Director
My name is Bri, and I am very excited to be joining the Residence Life Team at Xavier. In 2018, I graduated from Xavier with a Bachelors of Music in Music Education. I spent four years teaching in schools in the Cincinnati area, and working at a fine arts summer camp in Michigan. I enjoy spending time with my dog, Coop, going on hikes, reading, drinking coffee, traveling, and just being outside in general. I'm beyond thrilled to be returning to my alma mater, Go X!
Anderson Reeves, Assistant Director for Residential Curriculum
Hello! My name is Anderson Reeves, and I am thrilled to be at Xavier as the Assistant Director of Residential Curriculum. I am coming to Xavier after nearly seven years at Bellarmine University in Louisville, KY, where, in that time, I received my B.A. in Arts Administration with a Music Emphasis in 2020, and my M.Ed. in Higher Education Leadership and Social Justice in 2022. Also in that time, I worked for three years in Housing and Residence Life as a resident assistant, and, most recently, as the Assistant Director of Campus Ministry. I am excited to be returning to my first student affairs love through my new role at XU! In my spare time, I enjoy composing music, spending time outdoors, reading new fiction, and spending time in the company of friends, new and old.
Hannah Sanders, Assistant Director of Residence Life
Hello! I have an M.Ed in Student Affairs from the University of Maryland and a B.A. in Public Management, Leadership, and Policy from Ohio State University. I have worked in Residence Life since my undergraduate years, and I have been a Hall Director at Xavier for the past three years. I most enjoy getting to know my RA team and Residents throughout the year, and I truly love working at Xavier. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, going on walks, and crafting.
Tim Griffin, Associate Director for Housing Operations
Tim Griffin is originally from Cincinnati and returned home in 2020 after spending ten years living and working in Chicago. He received his BA in History up the road at Ohio State University and a MEd in Higher Education from fellow Jesuit institution Loyola University Chicago. His first professional position was at a small, liberal arts school, Elmhurst College, as a Residence Life Coordinator. His professional journey became a bit of a ping pong match as he bounced back to working at Loyola University Chicago in residence life and then back to Elmhurst College where he worked with housing operations. Tim joined the Xavier Residence Life family in January 2020 and works with housing assignments, departmental budgets and other operational processes. In his free time, Tim likes spending time with his nephew and niece, musicals, movies, and getting reacquainted with his hometown.
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Jeb Ivory, Brockman Hall Director
Hello! I am originally from the Atlanta, GA suburbs but have always had strong ties to Cincinnati. I received my BS in Communication Studies from Georgia Southern University and received my M. ED. in Educational Studies with an emphasis in Higher Education Administration from the University of Cincinnati. I have a strong passion for helping students achieve their goals. I joined the Xavier Residence Life Team in July 2024 and have enjoyed my time here. When not at work, you may find me at Great American Ballpark cheering on the Reds or catching up with my friends by playing video games with them.​
Aaron Scott, Husman Hall Director
Aaron Scott is a Hall Director at Xavier University, where he oversees Husman Hall, a first-year residential community. Originally from Girard, Ohio, he earned his B.A. in Psychology and M.S.Ed. in Counseling and Student Affairs from Youngstown State University. Passionate about fostering meaningful connections, Aaron enjoys mentoring students and creating inclusive communities that help them grow both personally and academically.
When he's not working, Aaron loves diving into and binge-watching different shows and movies while hanging out with his cat, Squid.
Eve Li, Assistant Director of Housing Operations
My name is Eve, and I am from Glassboro, New Jersey. As the Assistant Director for Housing Operations, working alongside our Hall Directors has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my role. Our Hall Directors are the heart of our residential communities—dedicated, responsive, and deeply committed to student success. Their impact is felt every day, and I’m grateful for their partnership. If you’re passionate about building supportive, engaging living environments, we’d love for you to join our team
Dr. Mika Karikari, Director of Residence Life
Dr. Mika Karikari serves as the Director of Residence Life at Xavier University. With over 15 years of experience in higher education, she is a committed student affairs professional who brings a breadth of knowledge across multiple functional areas, including residence life, orientation, career services, academic advising, and learning support. Dr. Karikari earned her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership: Student Affairs in Higher Education from Miami University, where her research focused on Black women leaders in student affairs. She leads with authenticity and is passionate about cultivating environments where students and staff alike can thrive and bring their full selves to the community. When not working, Dr. Karikari enjoys reading, baking, watching sports, and spending time with friends. A proud Cincinnati native, she enjoys sharing her hometown with her husband and their two sons.