The Work Environment & Culture Committee supports SEES' goal to create a vibrant culture that motivates and empowers employees. By focusing on initiatives that recognize achievements and fostering a culture of appreciation, the committee contributes to building a supportive and engaging work environment. This effort aligns with SEES' broader objectives of promoting staff engagement and well-being.
Committee Members
- Mary Wilcox, International Admissions,ÌýCo-Chair
- Rachawan (Aey) Wongtrirat, Intercultural Relations,ÌýCo-ChairÌý
- Delores Bright, Financial Aid
- Kayla Brown, Center for Career & Leadership Development
- Mitchell Burket, Student Accountability & Academic Integrity
- Maria Doran, Center for Orientation, Retention, and Exploration
- Karen Green, Center for Orientation, Retention, and Exploration
- Ericka Harrison-Bey, Women's & Gender Equity Center
- Myles Nixon, Center for Career & & Leadership Development
The First-Generation and Social Mobility Committee is dedicated to identifying, building awareness, engaging, and celebrating first-generation college students through inclusive initiatives. It focuses on collaboration among faculty and administrators to advance social mobility practices for underserved populations, including first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented minority students. By developing division-wide programs, initiatives, and recommendations, the committee is actively creating a supportive environment for these populations. Members should be passionate about equity in education and contributing to an inclusive, asset-based environment for students to thrive.
Committee Members
- Ana Williams, Campus Visitors & Events,ÌýCo-Chair*
- Vacant Co-Chair
- Bri Elum, Women's & Gender Equity Center
- ennifer Hoover, Undergraduate Admissions *
- Shawneequa James, Housing & Residence Life
- Dionicia Mahler-Rogers, Center for Career & Leadership Development
- Joshua Martin, Office of Intercultural Relations **
*New member as of 10/2024 **New member as of 01/2025
The SEES Professional Development Committee aligns with a strategic approach to employee growth and motivation. By investing in professional development initiatives, the committee ensures that employees continually enhance their skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee growth. The committee's focus is on providing a foundation for division-wide learning that empowers employees to contribute effectively to their roles and responsibilities.
Committee Members
- Julie Perez, Undergraduate Admissions, Co-Chair
- Tony Miller, Student Accountability & Academic Integrity, Co-Chair
- Sofia Calicchio, Intercultural Relations
- Ron Riffle, Military Connection Center
- Mary Smith, Center for Career & & Leadership Development *
- Reda Valentin, Enrollment Management
- Tyshawna Webb, SEES Communications **
- Brittany Williams, Recreation & Wellness
*New member as of 10/2024 **New member as of 01/2025
The SEES Programming Committee plays a central role in shaping the cultural and social elements of the student experience by coordinating and standardizing SEES programs and events. With a focus on student learning, inclusion, and engagement, the committee coordinates a centralized program calendar, enhance marketing strategies, and streamline evaluation processes to contribute to overall programming effectiveness. By establishing standards and tools for hosting impactful events, the committee aims to elevate the quality of student programming.
Committee Members
- Chantal Matthews, Recreation & Wellness, Co-Chair
- Katie Winstead Reichner, Student Engagement & Traditions, Co-Chair
Ìý - Grant Deppen, Recreation & Wellness
- Karis Thomas, Women's & Gender Equity Center
- Lauren Thompson, Military ConnectionÌýCenter
- Kelsey Whitlow, Center for Orientation, Retention, and Exploration
- Kamaya Wilson, Center for Career & Leadership Development
In partnership with the Programming Committee, this committee will translate and articulate what students learn from their co-curricular involvement and work experiences into identifiable skills for their chosen career path. Division-wide learning outcomes for student employees at a university are important because they ensure consistent skill development, enhance the student experience, improve service quality, increase engagement and retention, align with institutional goals, and facilitate data-driven program improvements.
Committee Members
- Russell Chandler, Assessment & Planning, co-chair
- Jenna Rowlands, Center for Career & Leadership Development, co-chair
- John Fouhst, Enrollment Marketing & Analytics
- Carrie Price, Undergraduate Admissions
- Kristin Stephens, Center for Career & Leadership Development**
- Thomas Wilkinson, Recreation & Wellness
- Otis Williams, Center for Career & Leadership Development **
*New Committee as of 10/2024
**New member as of 01/2025