East Village Residence

Meet the Staff

• More information about Cat Rayhill

  Cat Rayhill

  Residence Coordinator

  Cat Rayhill

  Residence Coordinator

  Catherine (Cat) Rayhill is from Utica, NY and is studying Acting/Meisner Technique at the William Esper Studio. Before moving to the city Cat received a Bachelor’s degree in History at Union College in Schenectady, NY, where she also studied Dance and American Cultural History. In her free time Cat enjoys cooking, knitting, failing at crochet, reading, dancing, and writing. Cat also adores going to the library as well as the many museums in NYC. What does Cat love about EHS? “I love having the opportunity to meet so many new people from all the different schools in the city.”

• More information about Connor Tapp

  Connor Tapp

  Resident Advisor

  Connor Tapp

  Resident Advisor

  Connor is an artist, choreographer, and performer who grew up in the small town of
  Chillicothe, Ohio. As a dancer and creative, he has always had a passion for the arts. When he
  was accepted into Pace University’s prestigious commercial dance degree, he saw it as a
  once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to grow not only as an artist, but as a human as well. Being in
  New York City has opened up a multitude of creative opportunities for Connor. Recently, he
  spent a semester in Los Angeles, California, expanding his artistic perspective and immersing
  himself in new creative experiences while learning from some of the best choreographers in the
  business. Connor is so excited to be back in New York City this summer with EHS and he
  cannot wait to see where the future takes him!

• More information about Leilani Roper

  Leilani Roper

  Resident Advisor

  Leilani Roper

  Resident Advisor

  Leilani is a nature-loving creative from Oakdale, CA. She has a deep appreciation for
  storytelling, whether it’s through music, photography, or her favorite shows like Gilmore
  Girls and Step Brothers. Singing has always been a passion of hers, and she finds joy in
  expressing herself through music. When she’s not working at Liberty Bagels, you can find
  her spending time with her boyfriend, Ted, or enjoying the outdoors. She has a soft spot for
  animals and, of course, chocolate. With a love for capturing moments and making
  memories, Leilani embraces the beauty of everyday life.

• More information about Andrew Primrose

  Andrew Primrose

  Resident Advisor

  Andrew Primrose

  Resident Advisor

  Andrew “Andy” has made New York City his home, but he is originally from a small town in the Hudson Valley. He was certainly an “outdoor kid”, and he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout as a teenager. It was around that time that Andy developed his enthusiasm for true-crime podcasts. His passion for chemistry and biology gave him a unique perspective that would foreshadow his future studies. Nowadays, Andy is a student at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, where he studies Forensic Science. His major provides him with an outlet to apply his creativity to analytical chemistry. After he finishes his studies, Andy is looking forward to exploring career paths in molecular biology, toxicology, and criminalistics.

• More information about Julia Baddour

  Julia Baddour

  Resident Advisor

  Julia Baddour

  Resident Advisor

  Julia is a recent graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, where she earned a B.A. in Music with a Musical Theater Emphasis. Originally from Maryland, she spent a semester living in NYC as part of her university’s study away program and absolutely fell in love with the city. She lived at the St. George Towers Residence and knows firsthand how exciting—and sometimes overwhelming—adjusting to life in NYC can be.
  As an RA, Julia is passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment for students. Whether it’s offering guidance on navigating the city, sharing recommendations for the best Broadway shows, or simply being a friendly face around the residence hall, she is dedicated to helping students make the most of their NYC experience.
  When she’s not assisting residents, you can find Julia singing, preparing for auditions, or catching a show on Broadway. She is thrilled to be part of the team and looks forward to making this semester a great one for everyone!