What is a Rec Well manager?
Within the Division of Recreation & Wellbeing, Rec Well Managers (RWMs) are the highest student leadership position. They are a direct extension of Rec Well professional staff and are responsible for making decisions affecting all student employees, members, guests, facilities, and programs. RWMs are expected to be knowledgeable in all areas of Rec Well to provide leadership to student employees across the Division. RWMs play an essential role in resolving conflicts in every department and directing staff response to all emergencies.
Become a Rec Well Manager
Application Components
- Supervisor approval
- Resume
- Written response to the following questions:
- Why are you interested in serving as a Rec Well Manager?
- Within Rec Well, what role does the Rec Well Manager play?
- What three characteristics do you believe make an effective leader and why?
- Meet and maintain requirements outlined in position description
- Attend all cohort training dates listed in Training & Development Process document
Application Timeline
- Application Deadline: February 2, 2025
- Interviews: February 3 – 7, 2025
- Orientation: February 22 – 23, 2025 (10am – 4pm)
In Their Own Words
“The RWM is a very important position, and being in a position with such a high level of responsibility has been a great opportunity to develop a personal sense of responsibility and dedication.”
Scott H.
“I have had to really improve my multitasking skills and fast reactions to whatever arises on a shift, which I think will be very helpful to my future in a clinical setting.”
Hannah T.
“Rec Well has given me the opportunity to grow beyond my comfort zone and has allowed me to be a more well-rounded individual in numerous aspects of my life. Rec Well allows students to create meaning out of what to some could be considered an ordinary campus job. Rec Well has taught me more about myself and who I am as a professional than any business class I have ever taken.”
Megan W.
“I feel as though I’ve truly learned how to communicate and lead in an environment filled with people from different backgrounds and perspectives as a result of this job.”
Lucas M.
“This position has taught me so much about myself over the past couple semesters. It's also helped me grow so much in my confidence and who I am as a person which has helped to confirm what I want to do - HR and management in the future. It has also pushed me to seek out development opportunities and has helped me to get out of feeling imposter syndrome.”
Lindsay B.
“I think this is the first position that I've held where I fully feel like I am in a leadership position that requires me to take action when unexpected things happen. For that I am grateful as it has developed my problem-solving skills in the moment and making decisions with the understanding that multiple parties may be impacted by them.”
Riley L.
