ANNUAL REPORT
The Chamberlain Student Center & Campus Activities (SCCA) team is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all members of the Rowan University community. Through quality programs, services, and facilities, the SCCA creates opportunities for student engagement and learning, stimulates personal development, and contributes to building campus community in collaboration with university partners.
The purpose of the Student University Programmers (SUP) shall be to provide the students of Rowan University with an array of diverse, educational, and entertaining programs, to encourage the development of leadership skills and cooperation among all students, and to promote the interests, image, and quality of experience at Rowan University.
Rowan After Hours (RAH) provides late-night/weekend opportunities for Rowan University students to become active in campus life by executing diverse, quality programs, in a safe and welcoming environment.
CORE VALUES
COMMUNITY BUILDING
We are committed to creating and maintaining mutually beneficial and productive relationships for a culture where collaboration, participation, care, and respect are modeled in all that we do.
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
To prepare students to be engaged citizens and community leaders, we are dedicated to creating an environment that is conducive to student learning, self-discovery, and social growth through opportunities for involvement outside of the classroom.
SERVICE EXCELLENCE
We want every person to feel valued when they walk through our doors. We prioritize exceptional experiences by anticipating needs and exceeding expectations for those we serve.
QUALITY
We strive for the best. We bring honesty, accountability, and professionalism to all that we do. By embracing change while respecting and valuin tradition, we continue to improve our organization and ourselves.
FUN
We’re more than just a building. The events, services, and facilities we provide create an engaging and entertaining atmosphere that fosters well-being and social connectedness for the Rowan community. Simply put, we take our jobs seriously, but not ourselves.
SCCA HIGHLIGHTS
• Profs Place Trivia held 25 events this year with over 2,200 participants! We had 56 unique teams participate throughout the year.
• For the 2022-2023 academic year, the SCCA had 24 rentals through the Equipment Rental Program, which includes departments & student groups.
• We have installed touchless ADA handicap openers on the main floor doors, matching what we previously completed on all restroom doors to make our building more accessible.
• This year’s Hollybash Reveal Video has a combined total view of 13,572 between Instagram and YouTube. Our most-viewed video of all time!
• The switchboard handled over 11,800 calls this academic year.
• Through purposeful marketing campaigns and increased student takeovers, our departmental Instagram grew by over 570 followers and we finally broke 3,000 total followers!
BUILDING STATISTICS
909,024
(38.5% OF ATTENDEES DID NOT REPORT THEIR STATUS)
THE MARKETING TEAM SAW OVER
PHOTO AND VIDEO
Student photographers and videographers captured 123 events, while the SCCA YouTube channel featured 14 published videos.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
More than 48,000 flyers and handbills were designed and printed, alongside over 7,000 semester events calendars.
These requests helped to promote various events and enhance building initiatives and signage.
CHARITABLE EVENTS
$145 $180 $570
• The SCCA partnered with a local charitable organization, Camden Christmas, where professional and graduate staff fundraised and purchased 147 gifts which went to 49 children.
• Our #RowanProud t-shirt swap invited students to bring apparel from another college/university or high school and trade it in for a Rowan University t-shirt of their choice. At the close of the year, we saw participation by nearly 500 students. All t-shirts traded in were donated to Glassboro’s Goodwill.
• SCCA participated in Rowan University’s Volunteerism & Community Engagement annual Thanksgiving Food Drive where our students and staff helped fund Thanksgiving for several Gloucester County Families.
• All of our professional and support staff volunteered for at least one commencement shift. The team volunteered for a total of 29 commencement shifts and covered all commencement ceremonies and celebrations!
$6,011
$13,488
SUP’s 13th Annual St. Baldrick’s Day welcomed over 20 shavees and raised over $18,200. We were highlightedby the St. Baldrick’s Foundation for our continued commitment to the foundation, mission, and the community by hosting these events.
HIGHLIGHTS OVER 20 SHAVEES
HOMECOMING
SPIRIT
The spirit competition is an ongoing competition that takes place at various events throughout the week where Homecoming teams can earn points for displaying Rowan pride, good sportsmanship, and excitement for the Homecoming theme.
PUSH CART
Get ready to burn some rubber! Teams of four will race around Bunce Circle. The team with the fastest averaged time will be crowned winner.
BATTLESHIP
You sunk my battleship! Teams of four will compete and battle other teams’ ships to be the last one floating.
CANSTRUCTION
CAN you build your way to a Homecoming win?
Showcase your talents at this competition by building a structure from canned goods. All proceeds from this event will benefit The Shop, Rowan’s on campus Pantry & Resource Center.
LIP SYNC
Grab your friends, find your favorite tune, dress up, and compete against other students for a chance to win $1,000 in prizes.
BANNER
The Homecoming Banner Competition is a great way to show off your Prof pride! Banners will be hung in the Chamberlain Student Center around the Pit all week to help promote Homecoming, student organizations, and campus pride
Throughout the week, the committee saw 39 teams participate through various campus events and competitions. We hosted our 2nd annual Office Decorating Contest for faculty and staff to embrace the Homecoming spirit across campus and saw 11 departments participate!
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT & RECOGNITION
The SCCA hosted our Winter and End of the Year Banquets which celebrated our student staff and departmental accomplishments for the 2022-2023 academic year. Our team gave out a total of 19 awards along with recognizing over 50 student employees for their time and dedication to the department.
The SCCA employed 82 students returning approximately $500,000 back to students through student wages as an investment in student employment & development.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
INVOLVEMENT
• 10 of our professional and graduate staff attended regional, national, and international conferences to present, serve in leadership roles, and participate in continuing education on how to best serve our students, adapt to current events, and provide innovative programs, facilities, and services.
• 4 presentations presented by professional, graduate, and undergraduate student staff at local, regional, and international conferences.
• SCCA professional staff members held more than 5 leadership positions across 4 regional & international associations. 1 graduate staff member held a leadership position regionally.
AWARDS & HONORS
Maddie Elliot
• Graduate Advisor of the Year, Celebrating Leadership Awards Ceremony, Rowan University
Student University Programmers
• Outstanding Student Organization of the Year, Celebrating Leadership Awards Ceremony, Rowan University
Melissa Ulmer
• Advisor of the Year, Celebrating Leadership Awards Ceremony, Rowan University
• Foundations of DEI Certificate, Rowan University DEI
Lauren Kuski
• Outgoing ACUI Education Council Member (3 Year Term), ACUI 2023 Annual Conference
Dr. Joe Lizza
• Inclusive Pedagogy and Inclusive Campus Certificate, Rowan University DEI
• Honored for his commitment to the National Association for Campus Activities as an outgoing member of the NACA Foundation Board of Trustees
• Among the first in the nation to earn certification as Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd) from the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification and the specialty
• certification in college unions and campus activities
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
KJ Green (she/they)
Supervisor, Information Services Specialist
I enjoy working in the SCCA because it doesn’t ever truly feel like work. I genuinely enjoy coming to every shift because I’m always greeted with amazing people with smiling faces, everyone on my staff always makes my day! The SCCA has given me the confidence and has taught me the skills to become the best leader I can be. My role also will help me in my future careers by providing me with the skills I have learned from our core value: service excellence. I always strive to make every guests’ experience at the Chamberlain Student Center a good experience, and I plan to bring this core value into my work life beyond college.
Bansi Radhakrishnan (he/him)
Photographer/Videographer, Marketing Team
The SCCA team has always been so welcoming & accepting to all staff and students! Since my first day on the team, I’ve felt right at home. I look forward to coming in to work each day, I genuinely enjoy the work that I do here, and I cherish the relationships that I have formed with my coworkers!
Ezekiel Abrams (he/him)
Building Manager
Working in the SCCA, I am already building an understanding of what meaningful and effective teamwork looks like as I work with the various teams in the building as a part of my job. I enjoy working in the SCCA simply because of how flexible it is. Compared to other employment opportunities, I feel that working in the Chamberlain Student Center is the most understanding place to work as a student. If students are looking for an understanding and flexible work environment, they should absolutely consider working for the Chamberlain Student Center & Campus Activities (SCCA).
Nadia Elbanna (she/her)
Event Assistant/ Building Manager
I love the environment at the SCCA, everyone has a shared goal of bettering our community, while still having a good time. I look forward to going into the office to not only get work done, but to spend time with my coworkers who have become friends. All around great vibes. Working at the SCCA has taught me so much, but most importantly, how to build and maintain healthy professional relationships. As a student worker you are given the opportunity to work closely with graduate and professional staff. In doing this I have learned to balance professionalism while still enjoying the company of supervisors.
Yaniselle Garcia (she/her)
President, Student University Programmers
While working for the SCCA I have been able to learn how to be a leader. They strive to teach us the importance of what it means to stand out and stand up for others in order to make an impact. Being able to be president for SUP will allow me to grow into a strong leadership position that will allow me to not only advocate for myself but for others as well. Students should work for the SCCA because it’s an opportunity to let your creative side run freely. The SCCA has truly provided me with a home away from home and I’ve gotten to meet so many amazing people because of it!
Louis Santos (he/him)
Vice President, Student University Programmers
To work with the SCCA is to join not only an organization, but also to join a family. With the SCCA, they will always cheer you on, and share your accomplishments with you, and will always be supportive of you 110%! Within the SCCA, I have found my place on campus, and made friendships that will last years to come, and I have the Student Center to thank for that! In my position, I’ve learned various skills, such as communication, leadership, and community building
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