President: Amber Wing (UNC Chapel Hill)
Amber Wing serves as the Assistant Director of Student Staff Training and Development at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she oversees the design, coordination, and implementation of comprehensive training programs for student staff within Carolina Housing. In her role, Amber focuses on cultivating student leadership, enhancing experiential learning, and promoting professional and personal growth among Resident Advisors and other student leaders.
With a background rooted in residential education and student development, Amber is passionate about creating inclusive, engaging learning experiences that empower students to lead with confidence and authenticity. She works collaboratively with colleagues and campus partners to ensure that training initiatives align with departmental goals and the broader mission of student success at Carolina.
Originally from Windham, Maine, Amber enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, sharing great food and conversation with loved ones, and finding new local spots for iced coffee.. Contact me at president@ncho.org.
President- Elect: Therésa “TK” McKire (UNC Greensboro)
Therésa “TK” McKire believes that every person was born with the ability to change someone’s life and works each day to never waste such an opportunity. She is a proud mom, wife, educator, believer, world traveler and overall fun-loving mover and shaker from the beautiful Sunshine State of Florida. She graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Florida Gulf Coast University and a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration from Florida International University and now works as the Associate Director for Residential Experience at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She works tirelessly to support others to be the change in the world and engulf themselves in their passions. Contact me at president-elect@ncho.org
Past President: Zachary “Zach” Short (Wake Forest University)
Bio coming soon. Contact me at past-president@ncho.org.
Business Manager: TBA
Bio coming soon. Contact me at business@ncho.org.
Communications Coordinator: Nadaja Patterson (UNC, Charlotte)
Nadaja Patterson is a Residence Education Coordinator at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Nadaja is a proud alumna of both Winston-Salem State University, Bachelors of Arts in Political Science, and Western Carolina University, Masters of Education in Higher Education Student Affairs. Professionally, Nadaja strives to empower the leader in every student she comes across. Being a 5th Generation North Carolinian with roots that spread all over the state, Nadaja is excited to combine her passions for education and storytelling to serve the housing professionals of North Carolina. As a highly communicative person who loves media and the arts, Nadaja is thrilled to serve as the Communications Coordinator for NCHO. In her free time, Nadaja loves spending time with family and friends, watching reality tv shows, classic Disney movies, or anything produced by Shonda Rhimes. You can also regularly catch Nadaja serving the Greater Charlotte community and beyond with her sisters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. Contact me at communications@ncho.org.
Technology Coordinator: Travis Smith (Fayetteville State University)
Travis Smith is the Associate Director of Residence Life at Fayetteville State University. He is excited to have the opportunity to assist NCHO’s growth and continued service to the state. He graduated from the University of West Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in history and a master’s in professional counseling, college student affairs. He moved to North Carolina In March of 2022 and has worked previously in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee. When he is not working he enjoys spending time with his wife Katie and sons Caleb and Wyatt.
Contact me at technology@ncho.org.
Assessment Coordinator: Yahira Robinson (UNC Greensboro)
Yahira Robinson is a Coordinator for Residence Life at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she oversees the day-to-day operations and supports the holistic living experience of a first-year residential community. She is passionate about taking a person-first approach in all she does, genuinely caring about those around her, their goals, and the impact they can make in life. Yahira is also a proud UNCG alumna, earning a Master of Education in Student Affairs Administration and two Bachelor’s degrees – a Bachelor of Arts in Dance Studies and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the university, in addition to an Associate in Arts degree from Guilford Technical Community College.
Professionally, Yahira focuses on building meaningful connections, fostering community, and creating experiences that support and empower others. She is passionate about storytelling as a tool to connect, share experiences, and inspire growth within the residential life community. She is excited to serve as Assessment Coordinator for NCHO, contributing to the growth and development of housing professionals across North Carolina.. Contact me at assessment@ncho.org
Professional Development Coordinator: Tabi Zarazinski (UNC Chapel Hill)
Tabi Zarazinski currently serves as a Community Director at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Marketing Management from the University of Northern Iowa and her Master of Science in College Student Personnel from the University of Rhode Island. Tabi is excited to contribute to NCHO through her role in Professional Development, focusing on the growth, networking, and empowerment of housing professionals across the state. Passionate about creating spaces for connection and continuous learning, she looks forward to fostering opportunities that inspire collaboration and community. Outside of work, Tabi enjoys spending time with her two cats, baking, reading and expanding her ever-growing bookshelf, and traveling back home to Iowa to spend time with her family, especially her four nieces and nephews. Contact me at prodevo-chair@ncho.org.
Annual Conference Chair: Zach Johnson (UNC Chapel Hill)
Zach Johnson currently serves as a Community Director at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and serves as the Annual Conference Chair for the North Carolina Housing Officers (NCHO). He is enthusiastic about engaging with housing professionals as NCHO strives to foster collaboration and provide ongoing support.
Zach holds a BA in Music Education from Southern Wesleyan University and a Master’s Degree in Higher Education from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family, attending UNC athletic events (Go Heels!), and spending time with his cat, Milo. He also enjoys listening to music, cooking, and playing various board, card, and video games. Contact me at conference-chair@ncho.org
Annual Conference Chair Select: Jordan Buie (Duke University)
Bio coming soon. Contact me at conference-select@ncho.org.
SEAHO Representative: Jacob Morton (North Carolina State)
Bio coming soon. Contact me at ncstaterep@seaho.org.
Senior Housing Officer (SHO) Representative: Vollie Barnwell
Bio coming soon. Contact me at SHOrep@ncho.org
New Professional and Graduate Student Representative: Kiara Chapman (Fayetteville State University)
Kiara Chapman is a Housing Conference Coordinator Specializing in Budget and Finances for the Department of Housing and Residence Life at Fayetteville State University. As a proud Alumna of Fayetteville State University and current graduate student in the Department of Business Administration, it gives her immense pleasure to assist young professionals such as herself, with development in all areas as they matriculate through their chosen career paths as others have guided her to become successful. Kiara enjoys being a sports mom as she cheers on her three sons to victory in basketball and football. Her motivation comes from being a picture of success for her sons as she shows them daily that they can have everything they want as long as they have a strong work ethic, show up as a team player, and uplift each other during the process. Contact me at npgsrep@ncho.org
Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Representative: Erica White (North Carolina Central University)
Erica White serves as the Associate Director for Residential Life at North Carolina Central University. Erica will be serving as the Historically Black College and University Representative for NCHO. She is excited about the executive position as she enjoys collaborating with others in the field and wants to pursue a plan to advance the resources and needs of HBCUs through NCHO. Erica believes that life is for living and that it should be enjoyed all the time. While Outside of work, Erica enjoys women’s basketball, baking and baking competitions, spending time with family, and anything that involves a holiday! Contact me at hbcu@ncho.org.
Small College & University (SCU) Representative: Amanda Morales (Meredith College)
Amanda Morales is the Assistant Director for Student Success & Family Connections at Warren Wilson College and will be serving as the Small College and University Representative for the executive committee of the North Carolina Housing Officers (NCHO) organization. Amanda is thrilled to support engagement within NCHO, SEAHO, and ACUHO-I, collaborating with the executive team to advance NCHO’s strategic plan. She is dedicated to finding ways to assist, recognize, and highlight the work of housing professionals at small colleges and universities across North Carolina. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring the outdoors, and trying new things. Contact me at small-college-university@ncho.org.