Staff Profiles

Rick Craig - Director

The Student Recreation and Fitness Center is the third facility Rick has opened. He was actively involved in opening recreation centers at San Diego State University (1997) and Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo (1993). He considers himself lucky to be involved in the significant achievements at the three CSU campuses. Rick's main responsibility is to ensure Recreational Sports offers great facilities, programs and services to the CSUSB community, especially students. Students voted for the new facility and their support is instrumental to the success of recreation and fitness at CSUSB. Rick reminds Recreational Sports staff to never forget their contribution. The new Student Recreation and Fitness Center is an incredible facility and it is Rick's goal to keep the campus community continually impressed by our service. Rick provides support and guidance to all Recreational Sports staff and assists them in their efforts to provide high quality programs.  Our staff our known for the light blue staff shirts.  As you can see, this has led to Rick earning the nickname of "Papa Smurf."

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Andrea Du Bois - Fitness Coordinator

Andrea's job here at Rec Sports is simple: real simple. She's in charge of making sure the desks can hold our feet, when anyone feels like relaxing, and spending the Center's money. When these duties have been fulfilled, she can usually be seen instructing instructors and lifting the spirits of lifters. Making people happy is what she does, but if the favor is not returned.... you will be on her bad side for at most: 1/2 hour!

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Raulabel Gonzalez - Sports & Facilities Coordinator

Raul is responsible for the departments Risk Management, Intramurals, Special Events and Operations.

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Margie Land - Administrative Analyst/Specialist

Margie oversees the Administrative Office and Membership Services for the SRFC. She truly enjoys the environment at Rec Sports and is rejuvenated every day by the enthusiasm the student staff posses. Her mission is to spread the excitement with the CSUSB campus community. Come on in for a visit; what are you waiting for!

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Mark Oswood - Outdoors, Climbing Wall & Aquatics Supervisor

Mark is responsible for the Outdoors, Climbing Wall and Aquatics programs here at Rec Sports. He is a skilled outdoorsman and energetic guy. Mark tells us he can tame any river in a canoe. However, when he is caged in the department's office, he conquers the rabid photo copier instead. In the circle of Rec Sports, mark prey's on the marketing team. If you like to swim, climb, hike, surf, snowboard or just enjoy the outdoors, Mark is here for you.

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Mike Palacios - Maintenance Specialist

Mike is "the" man at Rec Sports. He's always busy taking care of the Rec Sports department. Making sure everything is in working order and good shape. He is the specialist for fixing things in and around the Rec Sports building. Not only is he a maintenance specialist extrordinaire, he can also see with his eyes closed!

Brittany Tissue - Administrative Assistant

Brittany is a Junior and has been with Recreational Sports for exactly 3 years according to her. Brittany circles the Recreational Sports office for 8 hours a day. She can be often seen stealing the office's golf cart and breaking the copier. In the end, she manages to get all the bills in on time along with, more importantly, our paychecks. We're glad Brittany is here to make the office smell like burnt popcorn.

Kari Brandt - Aquatics Supervisor and OD Trip Leader

Kari is a grad student here at Cal State working on her teaching credential. She coaches cross country for Rim of the World as well as doing many other activities on the side. She is a swimmer, rock climber, cyclist, and skier, just to name a few.

Philip DeMoss - CSM Supervisor

Philip is the new supervisor of the new staff here at Rec Sports. When he is not singing Disney songs you can find him greeting you with a "Hi, How are you?" and a smile. Philip will do all he can to make sure that you enjoy your workout at the SRFC.

Ryan Larson - Exercise and Wellness Supervisor, Personal Trainer, Butts-n-Guts, Vintage Fitness

Education: B.A. Criminal Justice, M.A. Criminal Justice
Certficiations: AFAA Certified Personal Trainer
Hobbies: All sports, morstly soccer, snowboarding, paintball, running, swimming, weight lifting, being with family and friends.
Areas of Special Interest: Soccer, police work (worked with both the Upland Police Department and the Covina Police Department), and anything dealing with exercise
Philosophy: You only get one life, live every day as if it were your last

Jeremy Liu - Outdoors Supervisor and OD Trip Leader

Jeremy is a post-baccalaureate student who is now majoring in Biology. In addition to working with the CSUSB Outdoors staff he is a Leave No Trace Trainer. In his free time he enjoys hiking, backpacking, running, biking, fishing, and just being outdoors. He is on the board of directors for the San Gorgonio Wilderness Association, a non-profit organization that works with the US Forest Service to protect and educate others about the San Gorgonio Wilderness area. 

Alex Orr - Membership Services Supervisor

Alex is a junior currently pursuing her Bachelors degree in Psychology. She is currently the VP of Program Development for her sorority ΑΦ (Alpha Phi). She loves to watch movies and hanging out with her lovely boyfriend in SLO. Alex hopes that you have a wonderful experience at the Student Recreation and Fitness Center and is available to answer any questions you may have!

Mike Rister - Operations Supervisor

For two years now, Mike has been a student at CSUSB and a part of Rec Sports. Mike is on his way to receiving a degree in Kinesiology with a focus in pedagogy. He spends most of his time working and concentrating on his studies. Come see what Mike has to offer you at the Rec. Center!

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Cameron Venne - Climbing Wall Supervisor and OD Trip Leader

Cameron is Senior at CSUSB and is a creative writing English Major, but also has a strong interest in Biology (the animals mostly).  He has plans to join the Peace Corps when he graduates but in the mean time is content to go with the flow and climb as much as he can.  Cameron is also an experienced world traveler, having been to 11 different countries around the world.  This has led to many interesting adventures, such as his two trips to Malawi, Africa to live in remote mud hut villages and build schools.  Some other notable achievements include rock climbing in France, kayaking in Mexico, and several safari experiences in South Africa.  Cameron has a deep love for the outdoors and enjoys climbing, camping, traveling, road tripping, exploring, backpacking, hiking, cycling, kayaking, swimming, snorkeling, slacklining and lounging in a hammock with a cold one.

Todd Karsemeyer - Graphic Assistant

Todd (a.k.a "The Todd-ster") is one of our new Graphic Assistants. His major is Graphic Design and plans to graduate in 2010-ish, no rush. Photography inspired him to dabble in the arts of photoshop to create awesome images. On his spare time, Todd loves to visit Michigan and the great lakes of the great upper mid-west. He is an awesome drummer for rock-band although in real life guitar is he instrument of choice, and no he wont play the guitar for you (kinda shy ). Todd's all-time favorite past time is eating. Cooking not so much, but eating is his passion. When the Rec Center has events, you can find Todd next to the food.

Johnny Lam - Graphic Designer

Johnny is one of the Graphic Designers here at the Rec Center. He is currently in his 4th year majoring in Graphic Design & Marketing. While not in class or working or while in class, he is on his macbook updating his status on facebook, uploadin new photos, or tweetin on twitter. He's part of the "party corner" in the back office where he is found designing all the creative and amazing posters while blasting an array of music from his computer. If you see him around the gym or on campus, feel free to stop him and say hi. He's a very nice and talkative person who loves to meet new people. Because its "who" you know in today's world thats gonna get you to the top.

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Karen Portillo - Web Programmer and OD Trip Leader

Karen is the web programmer for Rec Sports. She is a Computer Engineering major and plans on graduating in June 2010. On her down time, she likes to watch movies and shoot zombies on the Wii. You can always find her smiling, so if you wanna have a few laughs she's your gal

Sameya Roocke - Promotions Supervisor

Sameya Roocke is Rec Sports Promotions Supervisor and loves the job!  She is a 22 year old Mass Communication Major looking to go on to be in the Broadcast Journalism field.  She previously attended Southern Utah University and obtained her AA, while majoring in Theater Arts. She also worked as the Special Events Coordinator (the same position, different name) for SUU's student government. She loves working with people and planing fun events for the students at CSUSB. She encourages students to check the school's Facebook page to keep track of all the exciting events Rec Sports and other campus areas have to offer! She is outgoing, fun, full of energy and enjoys acting, arts and crafts, and hanging out with family and friends in her free time. Also, she loves sushi!

Rich Strawter - IT Support

Rich is the guy you need to know for all your computer problems. He makes sure all the systems are up and running so the Rec Center can function properly. On his spare time he likes to play video games, hang out with his awesomely cool wife, and just relax.

Ruby Watkins - Office Assistant

Ruby is the our hottest import from New Mexico. She is majoring in Business and is the exchange program until June 2010. You can find her listening to Lupe Fiasco anytime of the day. When Brittany needs something from a top shelf, Ruby is the one she calls. If you look up the word Legit in the dictionary, you will see a picture of Ruby.