ONL Team
Office of Neighborhood Life’s goal is that our students take responsibility for fostering good relationships with the permanent residents in their neighborhoods. ONL staff helps students learn the importance of conduct and courtesy in a residential community.
Gwendolyn Coleman
Director
Contact Information: gc789@georgetown.edu | 202.687.0364
Degrees: MS Biophysics & Physiology from Georgetown University; MPS Higher Education Administration from Georgetown University; BS Biological Sciences from Virginia Tech
Gwen joined the Office of Neighborhood Life in Fall 2017 as the Program Coordinator. During her time at ONL, she has also proudly served as the Community Director for Burleith & Foxhall, as well as the Assistant Director. Gwen obtained her BS in Biological Sciences from Virginia Tech (Go Hokies!) and is a double Hoya after earning her MPS in Higher Education Administration, and MS in Biophysics & Physiology from Georgetown (Hoya Saxa!). Gwen considers herself a lifelong learner, and enjoys developing new skills and hobbies. Outside of work, Gwen loves cooking, building Lego sets, hiking with her dog, and spending time with family and friends.
Laré Word
Assistant Director
Contact Information: lw867@georgetown.edu | 202.687.3428
Degrees: BA Multimedia Journalism from Virginia Tech
Laré became ONL’s Assistant Director in Spring 2025 and has been with the office for 3 years now, formerly working as the Community Director of Burlieth and Foxhall. Laré obtained her BA in Multimedia Journalism with a Minor in Cinema from Virginia Tech (Go Hokies!). After working in the Film and Broadcasting industry, she made the transition to Higher Ed with an interest in community building and programming. Outside of work, Laré enjoys video games, photography, movies and spending time with family, friends and her dog Pegasus.
Terrell Hawkins
Community Director, Burleith & Foxhall
Contact Information: th808@georgetown.edu | 202.687.1320
Degree: BA in Political Science with a minor in Sociology from Howard University; MPS in Higher Education Administration from Georgetown
Terrell joined the Office of Neighborhood Life in Summer 2025 as a Community Director. He earned his BA in Political Science with a minor in Sociology from Howard University (Go Bisons!) and a MPS in Higher Education Administration from Georgetown (Hoya Saxa!). With a background in administering federally funded exchange programs and managing large-scale events, Terrell is passionate about student success, community engagement, and cross-cultural dialogue. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring trails with his dog, staying active, cooking new dishes, and going on spontaneous adventures with friends.
Tyler Gilkey
Community Director, West Georgetown
Contact Information: tg788@georgetown.edu | 202.687.1320
Degree: BS in Psychology from Xavier University; MS in College Student Affairs from Nova Southeastern University
Tyler joined the Office of Neighborhood Life in Spring 2025 as a Community Director. Tyler obtained his BS in Psychology with a Minor in Deaf Studies from Xavier University (Go Muskies!) and his MS in College Student Affairs from Nova Southeastern University. With experience in Residential Education and Diversity Engagement, Tyler was excited to transition to join ONL to gain new skills and experiences engaging students and community members off campus. Outside of work, Tyler enjoys karaoke, painting, spending time with friends, and talking to his two younger siblings.
David Fleury
Program Coordinator
Contact Information: df758@georgetown.edu | 202.687.5138
Degree: BS in Sports and Rec Management from James Madison University
David started as the Program Coordinator with the Office of Neighborhood Life in the Spring of 2022 where he grows relationships with fellow Hoya students and Neighbors alike in the community. In May 2021, David completed his degree from James Madison University (Go Dukes!) in S&R Management and is working on his MPS in Sports Industry Management here at Georgetown. In his free time, David loves to play on his drum set, frequents the soccer field, and overall loves being with friends.