College Experiences of Students Employed in Campus Recreation Programs

Student employment has become an educational fact with more students seeking work per year. The impact of college students who work in Campus Recreation in relation to their collegiate experience and level of job satisfaction should be observed. Furthermore, factors such as academic performance, leadership and professional development, socialization and sense of belonging are all variables that can influence a student¿s life on campus, as well as their experiences in the workplace. It is an obligation for student affairs-based departments such as Campus Recreation to foster camaraderie, develop a professional dynamic and include the work setting as a learning venue in order to nourish student maturation. Ultimately, it is up to the student to determine their own fate at their post-secondary academic institution and workplace.