People

House Professor-Dean
Sharon Sassler received her Ph.D. in Sociology from Brown University in 1995 and joined the faculty at Cornell University in 2005. She has served as the Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Brooks School of Public Policy and is a professor in the Department of Sociology.

Assistant Dean
Jeff Godowski (they/them) joined Cornell University as the Assistant Dean for Flora Rose House in 2018. Jeff supports the educational mission of Flora Rose House through the supervision of professional, graduate, and undergraduate staff and the administration of the Rose Scholars program.

House Administrative Coordinator
Cay Sharp is the Administrative Coordinator for the Flora Rose House. She joined our team in July 2021 after working for nine years in a medical administrative role and as a provider in our community.

House Chef/Manager
Hello! My name is Martin Fennimore, and I’m thrilled to return to Flora Rose House as Head Chef. Having previously served as the Lead Cook here for many years, this feels like a homecoming. I bring with me over 25 years of experience in the restaurant industry, having managed and cooked in a wide variety of establishments, each with its own unique style and flavor.