Co-Presidents
Jess Gordon
Class of 2024
Studies: Psychology major
“Housing is tied to so many inequities, so I wanted to be part of a club that helps to start to break barriers housing inequity creates. I think a really important part of Habitat is that it works with the community and gives its homeowners the tools to create and maintain their houses, and I love seeing that focus whenever we go on builds.”
Libby Spera
Class of 2024
Studies: Political Science and Psychology major
“I began working with Habitat back in freshman year of high school. I worked with the same few Habitat crew members there, and got to know them and the organization really well in those years. I love Habitat’s mission, what they stand for, and the care and attention that goes into each house that is built, and every Habitat family.”
Advocacy Chair
Soomin Kim
Class of 2025
Studies:
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Co-Fundraising Chairs
Santi Gonzalez
Class of 2025
Studies: Environmental Earth Science and Business
“I joined Habitat in high school when I had the chance to participate in a school sponsored trip where we traveled to Texas to build a home. Ever since, I’ve been amazed by the work that Habitat does around the nation to help the community and reduce housing inequities. So, I joined this club to help grow this impact across St. Louis, my hometown.”
Jason Castello
Class of 2025
Studies: Finance and Global Studies
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Media Chair
Miguel Cadiz
Class of 2024
Studies: Microbiology major, Bioinformatics minor
“Ever since the pandemic hit, I couldn’t do as much in-person service for those less fortunate than me. Personally seeing the effect I have on others really motivates me to continue helping out in whatever way I can, and the hands-on work you find in HFH seemed like the perfect way for me to get back into doing physical community service.“
Public Relations Chair
Jacqueline Au
Class of 2025
Studies: Architecture
“I’ve volunteered with Habitat throughout high school, and I wanted to continue working with the organization to help create affordable housing and spread awareness about housing insecurities. I also love the hands-on builds and collaboration with other members in the community!”
Secretary
Sarah Buchanan
Class of 2023
Studies: Psychology and Environmental Studies major, Education minor
“I chose Habitat because I strongly believe in their mission and have seen the positive impact the organization has both locally and nationally. Habitat makes continuous change beyond building by spreading awareness and making personal connections with homeowners. I am so excited to be involved with the program at WashU and want to see it grow in impact and connections within the St. Louis community!”
Treasurer
David Tabarez-Cisneros
Class of 2025
Studies: English and MBA in Supply Chain Management
“Having previously worked on fundraising for Habitat in the past, I joined Wash U’s Habitat for Humanity project to continue supporting the incredibly important mission of the organization during my college career. Working to expand access to affordable housing was a truly unforgettable experience, and getting a chance to continue this pursuit was an opportunity I could not pass.”
Education Chair
Julie Yoon
Class of 2025
Studies: Math and Economics Major, Environmental Studies Minor
“I joined habitat just out of curiosity of what the club was about, as it is such a popular club. But, after learning about their initiatives and hearing from the speakers at the GBMs, I truly started to appreciate the mission of Habitat, and got more involved!”
Underclassmen Representatives
Underclassmen Representative positions are only available during Fall. See past representatives in the Former Crew Members page!
CSO Advisor
Tim Dugan
Major in English, Peace and Conflict Studies, Creative Writing
I am the HFH staff advisor in the Community Service Office. I am thrilled to work with HFH again. I served with the Portland, OR chapter as a Team Leader for AmeriCorps’ National Civilian Community Corps in 2010. I’m excited to support the builds, the education, the service trips, and the culture of Habitat For Humanity.
Faculty Advisor
Retired WashU Physics Professor, Habitat House Leader
Pat is a retired physics professor who works with Habitat for Humanity as a House Leader. Pat uses his affiliation and experience with WashU and Habitat to bridge the gap between WashU and the surrounding St. Louis community and actively encourages those around him to volunteer. As Katie Harder, Resource Development Manager for Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis, explained in her nomination, “His warm demeanor, inclusive nature, and unending patience with new volunteers has converted many one-time volunteers into build site ‘regulars’.” He is also known to enjoy contemplating the diffraction from a quasicrystal.