Student Conduct Staff
Meet Our Staff
Larry Allen
Director
Phone: 518-564-3282
Email: [email protected]
Hello! I’m Larry and I serve as the director of student conduct. Originally from Potsdam, N.Y., I have been working in the SCO at SUNY Plattsburgh since 2007. I earned a B.A. in psychology from Le Moyne College, where I was a student-athlete, and an M.Ed. in counseling and human development from St. Lawrence University. Prior to SUNY Plattsburgh, I worked at SUNY Canton for six years in the areas of residence life, student activities, athletics and new student orientation. At SUNY Plattsburgh, I also serve as the circle coordinator of Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society. My hobbies include mountain/road/gravel biking, alpine/Nordic/backcountry skiing, bikepacking, reading and meeting new people.
Sherri Kowalowski
Office Manager
Phone: 518-564-3282
Email: [email protected]
Hi! I am the office manager for the Student Conduct Office. I graduated from Our Lady of Victory Secretarial School and Clinton Community College. I have worked at SUNY Plattsburgh since 1992 and have been in the SCO for 20 years. I am a member of Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society and a certified group fitness instructor. My hobbies include kayaking, group fitness classes, yoga, jigsaw puzzles and watching my boys play sports.
Mason Barber
Community Director at Whiteface Hall
Hello! My name is Mason and I serve as a community director for the campus. In addition to overseeing one of the first-year residence halls, I serve on the Student Conduct Board and review cases that have occurred in my hall. Originally from Peru, N.Y., I am entering my second professional year at SUNY Plattsburgh. Before working at SUNY Plattsburgh, I attended as a student and earned a B.A. in both music and theatre. While a student, I was a community advocate and worked part-time in the Campus Housing and Community Living office. My hobbies include hiking, swimming, dancing, reading and talking to strangers.
Zachary LePage
Community Director at Macomb Hall, Kent Hall and Mason Hall
Hi! My name is Zachary LePage and I am the community director of Macomb, Mason and Kent Halls! I am from Plattsburgh and graduated from the University of Maine in 2019 with a degree in ecology and environmental Science. My hobbies include hiking, disc golf and Pickleball!
Arlene Paez
Community Director at Wilson Hall and deFredenburgh Hall
Hi everyone my name is Arlene Paez. I am the community director of Wilson and deFredenburgh Halls with a focus in academic success and student outreach. I graduated from SUNY Oneonta in 2019 with a B.S in criminal justice. Shortly after, I spent three years serving as a bilingual case manager for immigrant children and families. Some of my hobbies include traveling, painting, fitness and spending time with family.
Kristyn Penera
Community Director at Macdonough Hall and Harrington Hall
Hey everyone, my name is Kristyn. I’m a community director overseeing Macdonough and Harrington Halls with a focus in fraternity and sorority life. As a graduate of SUNY Plattsburgh class of 2023, I hold a B.S. in computer security accompanied with a minor in criminal justice. During my undergrad journey, I participated in many on-campus opportunities from student assistant and a student technician to a community advocate and member of Theta Alpha Lambda sorority. In my free time outside of work you can find me indulging in one of my many loved hobbies such as fishing, snowboarding, skiing, longboarding, hiking, and spending time with my amazingly sweet elderly cat Lilah, taking in every moment!
Vlad Perry
Community Director at Hood Hall and Moffitt Hall
Howdy! My name is Vlad and I serve as a conduct officer for Moffitt and Hood Halls. Originally from the Hudson Valley, I have been in Plattsburgh since 2021. I received my Bachelor of Science in entrepreneurship and marketing from SUNY Plattsburgh in the spring of 2023. I then had the honor to come back as a staff member immediately after. In addition to my work as community director, I serve as the campus wellness coordinator. In my free time, I am pursuing my master’s in gastronomy from Boston University. My hobbies include all things food-related (cooking, culture, business, politics) and getting outside to play some disc golf.
Breana Warren
Student Conduct Intern
Hello! My name is Breana and I am an intern at the Student Conduct Office. I graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh in 2022 with a B.S. in psychology. I have been a part of SUNY Plattsburgh since 2018 and have spent much of my time learning about campus life. I am currently pursuing an M.S. in higher education and student affairs. My hobbies include reading, hiking and gaming. I am always interested in learning something new!