SEES Committees

The SEES Diversity and Inclusion Committee strives to increase SEES cultural knowledge and capacity to cultivate and sustain a division climate and culture that fosters learning whereby all division staff feel valued, have a sense of belonging, are engaged, and are culturally interconnected across the campus community.听 This committee manages division-wide inclusivity practices, aligning with the 黑料正能量 Monarch Plan for Inclusive Excellence and the SEES Strategic Plan to enhance the cultural richness and climate of the division.

Committee Members

  • Mary Wilcox, International Admissions, Co-Chair
  • Rachawan (Aey) Wongtrirat, Intercultural Relations, 颁辞-颁丑补颈谤听
  • 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

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 are passionately involved in fostering equity in education and ensuring an inclusive, asset-based environment where students can thrive.

Committee Members

  • Joy Himmel, Counseling Services, Co-Chair
  • Hannah Leopold, Undergraduate Admissions, Co-Chair
  • Bri Elum, Women's & Gender Equity Center
  • Mallory Fields, Women's & Gender Equity Center
  • Melanie Graham, Special Projects
  • Victoria Herrick, Undergraduate Admissions
  • Dionicia Mahler-Rogers, Center for Career & Leadership Development
  • Eleny Miller, Dean of Students
  • Shawneequa James, Housing & Residence Life

Develop and implement an intranet (internal resources) system for information sharing, workflow centralization, and the provision of tools, guides, and best practices related to the employee experience.

Committee Members

  • Jenn Hoover, Undergraduate Admissions, Co-Chair
  • Angela Luettel, Undergraduate Admissions, Co-Chair
  • Russell Chandler, Assessment & Planning
  • Mike Dal Santo, CRM & Integrated Systems
  • Melissa Overton, Housing & Residence Life
  • Rachel Taclobos, Information Technology
  • Coulson Thomas, Recreation & Wellness

Formerly two separate entities, the SEES Professional Development & Recognition Committee now strategically aligns with 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 with our division鈥檚 most valuable asset鈥攐ur human capital. This approach provides a solid foundation for recognizing exemplary behavior, as employees equipped with advanced skills are more likely to contribute positively to their roles. The committee cultivates a symbiotic relationship where ongoing learning fuels outstanding contributions, creating a workplace culture that values and celebrates both learning and achievement.

Committee Members

  • Kim Miller, Student Health Services, Co-Chair
  • Reda Valentin, Enrollment Management, Co-Chair
  • Sofia Calicchio, Intercultural Relations
  • Linda Cataldo, Student Engagement & Traditions
  • Rich Clark, Housing & Residence Life
  • Julia Cootes, Student Health Services
  • Jenna Mann, Center for Orientation, Retention, and Exploration
  • Tony Miller, Student Conduct & Academic Integrity
  • Julie Perez, Undergraduate Admissions
  • Ron Riffle, Military Connection听Center
  • Brittany Williams, Recreation & Wellness

The SEES Programming Committee plays a central role in shaping the cultural and social elements of the student experience by coordinating and standardizing a variety of programs and events throughout SEES. With a focus on student learning, inclusion, and engagement, the committee coordinates a centralized program calendar for division awareness and operations. Efforts to enhance marketing strategies and streamline evaluation processes contribute to the overall effectiveness of programming. By establishing standards and tools for hosting impactful events, the committee aims to elevate the quality of student programming within the division. Through these initiatives, the SEES Programming Committee strives to create a vibrant and connected community that enriches the 黑料正能量 experience.

Committee Members

  • Chantal Matthews, Recreation & Wellness, Co-Chair
  • Katie Winstead Reichner, Student Engagement & Traditions, Co-Chair
  • Grant Deppen, Recreation & Wellness
  • Karis Thomas, Women's & Gender Equity Center
  • Lauren Thompson, Military Connection听Center
  • Kelsey Whitlow, Center for Orientation, Retention, and Exploration
  • Kamaya Wilson, Center for Career & Leadership Development