February 2023 Student Staff Recognition Award

Congratulations to our Campus Recreation student staff who have won staff of the month for February. The Campus Recreation Student Staff Recognition Award pays tribute to the amazing student staff who work so hard and make strong contributions to Western Campus Recreation. We are able to do so much more with our incredible student staff, and we are very grateful for their efforts, enthusiasm and hard work from the following areas:

  • Fitness Center Attendant (FCA)
  • Fitness Center Shift Leader (FCSL)
  • Membership Services Shift Leader (MSSL)
  • Membership Services Associate (MSA)
  • Aquatics Lifeguard (AL)
  • Aquatics Head Guard (AHG)

 

Fitness Center Attendant of the Month

February 2023: Julia Timbers

Student Bio
Image of Julia Timbers inside of silver medal award and a purple mustangs background

 

What are the best parts about your position?

Some of the best parts about being an FCA are being able to build relationships with members, and it is great to be a part of a campus space that supports healthy active living and helps people feel better about themselves in such an encouraging environment

What is a random fun fact about yourself?

My first job was at an ice cream shop! 

Quote from student:

"I would love to become a teacher one day!"

 

Fitness Center Shift Leader of the Month

February 2023: Sean Tecumseh Elder

Student Bio
Image of Sean Tecumseh Elder inside of silver medal award and a purple mustangs background

Why do you enjoy working at Campus Recreation and in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC)?

The team culture and environment make working at the WSRC a joy and privilege

What is your favourite way to be active?

Intramurals and drop-in sports with colleagues and friends. 

Quote from student:

"My dream is to become the President of Sports Operations for a tier-1 professional sports organization"

 

Membership Services Shift Leader of the Month

February 2023: Charlie Xu

Student Bio
Image of Charlie Xu inside of silver medal award and a purple mustangs background

Why do you enjoy working at Campus Recreation and in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC)?

The people and the energy 

What are the best parts about your position?

Getting to interact with so many people while also creating lifelong friendships with other staff members

What is a random fun fact about yourself?

I eat fast

Quote from student:

"My dream is to live in Tokyo"

 

Membership Services Associate of the Month

February 2023: Audrey Gregory

Student Bio
Image of Audrey Gregory inside of silver medal award and a purple mustangs background

What year and program are you in?

4th year BMOS specilization in management and legal studies

Why do you enjoy working at Campus Recreation and in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC)?

Working with caring and hardworking co-workers that make work enjoyable and exciting 

 What is a random fun fact about yourself?

I dont like pasta

Quote from student:

"I dream of getting into law school and practicing corporate law 

 

Lifeguard of the Month

February 2023: Hayley McDonald

Student Bio
Image of Hayley Mcdonald inside of silver medal award and a purple mustangs background

 

Why do you enjoy working at Campus Recreation and in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC)?

Inclusive, positive environment 

What are the best parts about your position?

My coworkers!  

Quote from student:

"I dream of moving to BC"

 

Head Guard of the Month

 February 2023: Bridget Duimering

Student Bio
Image of Bridget Duimering inside of silver medal award and a purple mustangs background

What Year and Program are you in?

Third-year HBA1

Why do you enjoy working at the WSRC?

I love making connections with my coworkers and learning from so many new perspectives. Working at the WSRC has been an awesome chance to see the faces working hard making recreation such an integral part of the university experience for many students. 

What is your favourite way to be active?

I love to ski and hike! 

Quote from student:

"I dream of running a marathon "

 

Past Award Recipients