Jon Young: Armington Halls Resident Director
Contact Information
- Email: joyoung@westmont.edu
- Office Phone: 805.565.6720
- Office Location: Armington C
Getting to Know Jon
Education: B.A. in English, Cal State Fullerton
Hometown: Placentia, CA
How did you end up at Westmont? I first came as a Freshman in 1992! Fast-forward a few years (like 15) and upon returning from a year of living in intentional community in Ecuador, found God creating just enough space for a return stint at a college which I had loved.
Favorite thing about Westmont? People earnestly seeking Jesus; students who want to grow and be pushed.
What makes you laugh? My wife, my brothers, Will Ferrell, commercials with monkeys.
What makes you cry? Stories about fathers and sons; my family; Cat’s In The Cradle song by Jim Croce.
Favorite college memory? Super late nights with friends, scheming about a prank, or Spring Sing, or simply delaying the inevitable paper that was due the next morning.
Favorite book in your library? The Brothers K; Lord of the Rings (trilogy); Mere Christianity.
What is your favorite thing to do away from Westmont? Only one?! Spend time with friends and family, travel, surf.
What states and/or countries have you lived in and for how long? Ecuador: 2 years; California: 32 years; time at Westmont: priceless.