Matthew Jones joined the Division of Student Affairs in February 2014. As assistant director for Campus Recreation, Jones provides leadership for the division's intramural and club sports programming. Jones assists with The Jag fitness center, developing content, teaching and training. Get to know him in this Q&A.
What is your best childhood memory?
Sunday dinner at my grandmother’s house. You can’t beat a home cooked meal from grandma.
What is your go-to order at Starbucks?
With the lovely fall season coming soon, I would have to say a venti Pumpkin Spice Latte with an extra shot of espresso.
What is one item you cannot live without?
A whistle, since I am a football official. I can’t be without that.
What accomplishment are you most proud of?
Professionally, I would have to say the opening of The Jag fitness center in March of 2018. Personally, I would go with getting married to my wife, Kristin.
What is the best part about working at IUPUI?
The people I get to work with and the students I get to serve everyday.
What is the best book you've ever read?
That’s a tough one. I am going to have to say that these two books are the best books I have ever read. The first is "The Score Will Take Care of Itself" by Bill Walshand the other is "Howard’s Gift" by Eric Sinoway.