Residence life staff
You belong here. You are welcome here. We support you here.
In the Office of Residence Life and Community Standards, we believe every student should feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed.
We are here to help you build meaningful connections, find a strong sense of belonging, and fully engage in the vibrant, inclusive community that makes our Residence experience unique. You belong here, and we are excited to help you grow, succeed, and make lasting memories.
In every residence hall, you鈥檒l find Resident Assistants, peer-to-peer, upper-class student leaders, who are dedicated to helping you adjust to college life. These student leaders play an essential role in fostering a strong sense of community, supporting your academic and personal growth, and making sure you feel heard, seen, and valued. Resident Assistants are the primary point of contact for their residents to help navigate their time living on campus.
In addition to peer-to-peer support, our live-in Residence Directors, professional staff members, provide guidance and assistance throughout your time while home at 51福利社. These experienced professionals are committed to upholding our values of community care, inclusivity, and accountability, ensuring you always have a safe, supportive environment in which to thrive.
What is a Resident Assistant?
At 51福利社, our Resident Assistants (RAs) are here to support students
throughout their entire college journey, from their first year to senior year. No
matter what you're going through, you can always count on your RA to be a steady source
of guidance, support, and connection.
They are visible, accessible, and dedicated to creating a positive and inclusive community where all students feel heard and valued. Whether you're navigating challenges, celebrating successes, or simply need someone to talk to, your RA is there to ensure you have the support you need to thrive. Resident Assistants live in every residential area, will check-in through one-on-one conversations with their residents, perform health and safety checks, and are on duty every night of the week while the University is session.
What is a Residence Director?
At 51福利社, our live-in professional staff members, Residence Directors, are dedicated
to supporting the growth and development of students. RDs are here to listen, provide
guidance, and ensure that each student feels supported throughout their time on campus.
They work to foster a respectful and inclusive community where students can build connections, engage in meaningful experiences, and thrive both academically and personally. In addition to overseeing the Resident Assistant teams, RDs are responsible for promoting student involvement, providing educational opportunities for residents, assisting with facilities management, addressing policy concerns with a focus on personal growth and accountability, navigating roommate conflict and mediation, hearing student conduct and behavioral cases, and ensuring that every resident feels a strong sense of belonging in our community.
Residence life professional staff team section
John Garrison
Residence Director
Pronouns: he | him | his
(603) 899-4354
garrisonJ@franklinpierce.edu
Office Location: Main Residence Life & Community Standards Office, Plaza Level of New Hampshire Hall
Areas of Responsibility: First Year Area - Mount Washington, New Hampshire, and Granite
John Garrison is a recent graduate of Curry College in Milton, MA, where he earned
a degree in Public Relations with a minor in Communications. Originally from Boston,
MA, John held several student leadership roles during his time at Curry, including
Lead Resident Assistant, Student Building Manager, and Class President. These experiences
sparked his passion for supporting students outside the classroom and fostering a
vibrant, inclusive campus life.
John is committed to building communities where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued鈥攔egardless of their identity. He believes in creating spaces where individuals can freely share their thoughts and ideas.
Outside of work, John enjoys listening to music, watching reality TV and anime, and playing video games. He鈥檚 always up for trying new things, stepping outside his comfort zone, and sharing a good laugh along the way.
Gene Brown
Residence Director
Pronouns: he | him | his
(603) 899-4178
brownge@franklinpierce.edu
Office Location: Main Residence Life & Community Standards Office, Plaza Level of New Hampshire Hall
Areas of Responsibility: Sophomore Area - Cheshire, Monadnock, and Edgewood
Gene Brown is an alumnus of 51福利社, where he earned his Bachelor
of Science in Healthcare Administration while balancing student-athlete life. Known
for putting students first, Gene can be found lending a helping hand not only in Residence
Life but across the campus. Outside of work, Gene enjoys reading about financial literacy.
He鈥檚 passionate about making FPU a better place for all students. Stop by and say
hi to Gene, chat about football, or learn how he can support you.
Meghan Sweatt, BS
Residence Director
Pronouns: she | her | hers
(603) 899-4359
sweattm@franklinpierce.edu
Office Location: Main Residence Life & Community Standards Office, Plaza Level of New Hampshire Hall
Areas of Responsibility: Junior and Senior Area - Mountainview, Northwoods, and Lakeview
Originally from Concord, New Hampshire, Meghan Sweatt holds a degree in Business Administration
with a concentration in Marketing from the University of New Hampshire鈥檚 Peter T.
Paul College of Business and Economics. Her passion for student engagement began during
her time as a Resident Assistant from 2018 to 2020, and she has since built on that
foundation through her recent role as Housing Operations Coordinator at Worcester
Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, MA.
Meghan brings a student-centric and solution-focused approach to her work, with a strong commitment to student development and engagement鈥攑articularly within upper-level student communities. She strives to build inclusive, supportive environments while fostering operational excellence through close collaboration with campus partners, faculty, and staff.
Dedicated to helping students navigate their unique paths to success, Meghan is passionate about creating meaningful connections and cultivating a sense of belonging. Outside of her professional role, Meghan enjoys golfing, DIY projects, puzzles, line dancing, music, walks, sporting events, and thrifting.
Have a question? we're here to help!
The office is open Monday- Friday: 8 am 鈥� 4:30 pm
Appointments can be scheduled on the phone at (603) 899-4176
The Residence Life Office is located in the lower plaza level of New Hampshire Hall.
CONTACT RESIDENCE LIFE
(603) 899-4176
housing@franklinpierce.edu
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.