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Residence Life Team

The Yale Graduate Residence Life Team is dedicated to supporting residents through local programming, community-building initiatives, and peer support across all Graduate Housing facilities.

Questions?

For additional information about Residence Life student staff positions, information sessions, or the application process, please contact Nicole Copeland.

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Our Team Roles

Our student-leadership team works together to promote community development, mutual respect, and student well-being.

  • Community Fellows (CFs): Peer student leaders assigned to specific buildings who handle local events, resource routing, and community safety.
  • Children’s & Family Coordinators: Dedicated staff who design and run playgroups, activities, and outings tailored to residents living with families.
  • Sustainability Coordinator: Staff leader who oversees our green living initiatives, the campus Swap Room, and the Spring Salvage program.

Join the Team

Being a part of the Residence Life Team is an excellent paid student-leadership opportunity to help shape the graduate housing experience.

Application Status

  • 2026–2027 Academic Year: Applications are now closed.
  • 2027–2028 Academic Year: Information sessions will begin in January 2027, and official applications will open in February 2027.

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