Margaret Patton Hanagan

My name is Margaret, I serve as the Area Director for Burton Conner House. I joined MIT in 2023 and have spent the majority of my career in non-profit and educational residential life since 2017. I earned my bachelor’s degrees in sociology and political science from Emmanuel College in Boston, which paved my way into social work, specifically assisting low-income families within Boston’s homeless shelters. From 2019 to 2023, I resided on Jeju Island, South Korea, where I held the position of Dean of Boarding at an international school. During my time living in South Korea, I was able to backpack through lots of Asia and Europe and hope to do more traveling throughout my life. Outside of work, I enjoy walks along the Charles River with my partner and our bernedoodle puppy, Udo, as well as spending time with friends and loved ones. I cherish connections with students and colleagues in the community and welcome anyone to stop by my office for a friendly conversation and a snack!