Professional Staff
Dwight Hall Staff
Staff members work closely with the student Executive Committee, inspired by the mission of the Hall, to preserve institutional memory and manage the non-profit organization. They serve as advisors to students in all the various aspects of the work of Dwight Hall, including program development, education and training, program management, Yale and community partnerships, public relations, finances, or fundraising.
Jeannette Archer-Simons
203.432.2428
Interim Executive Director
Facilitates student and board leadership, promotes Yale & New Haven relations, implements organizational strategy. For full bio click here.
Kyle Hamilton
203.432.2423
Director of Finance
Manages business operations, advises student funding awards process
Johnny Scafidi
203.432.2429
Deputy Director & Program Director
Advises student program managers, new program initiatives, community outreach, evaluation
Barbara O’Donnell
203.432.9286
Finance Assistant
Assists Director of Finance, processes financial contributions
Benny Chan DIV ’13
Magee Fellow
Work with all faith communities, Social Justice Network, and develop tools for reflection
Claudia Merson
203.432.4098
Education Advisor
Advises Public School Internship program and Education Network
Justin Zamm
203.500.1263
AmeriCorps VISTA Fellow
Provides staff support for After School programming at Cooperative Arts and Humanities High School
