The Campus Center operates efficiently because of the efforts of students. While there is a team of full-time staff dedicated to the management and operations of the building, dozens of student employees are doing everything from event management, operating the Game Room and welcoming visitors at the Information Desk.
As this academic year wrapped up, a few student employees reflected on their experiences, the skills they learned in their roles and how their experience influences them to stay at IUPUI.
Theint Nwe Nyein, sophomore, computer science
Information Desk team member
Question: How did your work experience help prepare you for what’s next?
Answer: As I reflect on my experience, I noticed that working as a Campus Center team member helped me a lot with planning skills, for both the short-term and long-term, and in identifying my goals for the future. I gained more confidence in my communication skills, such as advocating for my needs and providing clear, transparent information to others. As a result, I became officers in two different clubs, and I participated in a multicultural student leader retreat. I also learned how to better prioritize.
Q: How did your work experience influence you to stay at IUPUI?
A: Working at the Campus Center makes me feel like I always have up-to-date news about IUPUI, which makes me feel great. I feel a sense of belonging to IUPUI by working here.
Hemit Shah, graduate student, informatics
Building manager
Q: How did your work experience help prepare you for what’s next?
A: My experience as a Campus Center student employee helped prepare me for what’s next in a variety of ways. I had to learn how to manage my time effectively and stay organized in order to meet deadlines and complete all of my tasks. I also learned how to provide excellence customer service to students, staff and faculty, which is a valuable and important skill to learn for any career.
Q: How did your work experience influence you to stay at IUPUI?
A: I learned a lot and met a lot of great people, and my experience working at the Campus Center influenced me to stay because it helped me develop a strong network of contacts on campus. It also helped me learn more about the university and the resources available. Finally, it helped me feel more connected to the IUPUI community. I feel like I am a part of something bigger than myself, and that I’m making a difference.
Kate Dunn, senior, social work
Building manager
Q: How did your work experience help prepare you for what’s next?
A: Working at the Campus Center has improved my overall well-being because I have met many new friends. This job has improved my communication and time management skills, both of which I will need to use in my future career as a social worker.
Q: How did your work experience influence you to stay at IUPUI?
A: I really enjoy the work culture here — everyone tends to be very kind and excited to work. Even though there are different teams, everyone gets along very well and the atmosphere is very inviting.
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