Lamar Gardner

Lamar joined Columbia University in June 2021. He is the Associate Manager, Housing Operations. In this role, he oversees wireless access technology and other operational programs. He will work closely with departmental teams, campus partners, and vendors to enhance workflows, and provide valuable analytics and reports to ensure the department delivers the best student experience in the residence halls.

Lamar holds an MBA from Monroe College-New Rochelle and is is a certified CH-47 helicopter mechanic for the New York Army National Guard. His roles within the National Guard requires an intense focus on safety, accountability, and readiness as well as a thorough understanding of how to handle and protect sensitive information--skills and knowledge that Lamar in turn brings to Columbia to benefit our Hospitality Desk staff. In his free time, Lamar enjoys discovering new hiking trails, playing video games, and spending time with his family.