Clarke Field House/University Student Union

The M. Gordon Clarke Field House/University Student Union serves as the center of the campus community by developing and maintaining facilities which enhance the quality of campus life, and supports the educational mission of the University through social, recreational, cultural and educational programs.

Began discussions regarding dj ortho Sports Medicine Room. Researched EO 814 and Campus Policy applicable to athletic trainers and other health providers. Task force will be established to carry this project forward. First gift of $17,500 was received by University Development.
Conducted full hiring of all CFH/USU staff members prior to start of Fall Semester.
Wrote and obtained legal approval on Waiver and Release Form for CFH/USU. Developed plan for implementation of waiver, to include mandatory new user orientations. Set orientation schedule / format.
Obtained USUAB recommendation and Presidential approval for Room Rental Rates / AV Rental Rates.
Researched and procured recreational management software system, in collaboration with ASI and IITS.
Successful CFH/USU Donor Appreciation Event held on August 9, 2003. • Obtained approval from the Chancellor’s Office for payroll deduction of membership fees via the SCO.
Opened facility for campus use on September 8, 2003.
Conducted mandatory new user orientations for over 1000 students, staff and faculty during first week of operations.
Grand Opening Celebration successfully took place on September 18, 2003. Over 300 people attended.
RFU process was finalized for building, and reservations for student organizations were accepted as of September 15th.
Utilized various media for facility promotion, including Cougar Channel, Tracks and In The Loop (Staff / Students).
Fitness Coordinator kicked off series of Wellness Seminars.
Obtained Presidential approval for Dance Policy and policy regarding donor signage / room naming opportunities.
Developed aspects of business continuity plan, for disaster preparedness audit response.
Catering Kitchen and Convenience Store passed all inspections and officially opened for use.
Final closeout of construction account brought us in “under budget” based on anticipated final costs.
Conducted “THINK TANK” session on December 3, 2003. Tenants and USUAB members attended. Brainstormed challenges and solutions for Spring 2004 and beyond. Utilized facilitators from FAS Division, and provided pertinent statistics regarding Fall Semester to all attendees.
Conducted “Finals Week Frenzy” event to support students studying at the CFH/USU for final exams: extended hours to midnight; provided free food, beverages and snacks; set up laptop computer lab, stress relief room, and rooms designated for individual and group study. Successfully solicited food donations from area merchants: Pat & Oscars, Philly Frank’s Steaks, Souplantation, Starbucks, Cougar’s Den Convenience Store, and Stater Bros. Event also received contributions from the USUAB, ASI, the VP for Student Affairs, and IITS. Between the hours of 8pm-midnight, over 350 students were in the building over the four nights. The busiest night saw over 150 students in attendance.
Fall Semester Data: 120 events hosted in Fall 03; over 38 different organizations/ departments have held events at the CFH/USU during the fall semester.
Construction on chain link fence took one week from start to finish. Project came in under budget.
Held Spring Wellness Event on February 18th. Event was successful and well attended by the campus community. An estimated 500 participants enjoyed free chair massages, snacks, beverages, wellness lectures, vendor tables displaying their products and services, and fun giveaways. The event was promoted on campus via A-frames, intercampus flyers, Outlook announcements, departmental emails, and healthy snacks for students. This will become an annual event for the CFH/USU.
The USUAB considered re-allocating their budget for 04-05 since the Clarke Field House / USU does not currently have any funding to provide programming. Events would be specific to the CFH/USU facility and would be guided by the Programming Subcommittee of the USUAB. The Board voted in favor of the reallocation, which included dedicating $8000 to programs as well as $3500 toward Student Union internships. The USUAB also voted to allocate $2000 of the current year’s budget to a Fall Movie Series (in conjunction with $8000 contributed by campus constituents) and to purchase items from the facility “Wish List” as previously prioritized. CFH/USU Operating Budget for 04-05 approved by the President.
USUAB recommended opening the facility to the public during the summer months, which the President later approved.
Entire CFH/USU staff/students underwent CPR/AED and First Aid training and received Red Cross Certifications.
Co-sponsored successful Cinco de Mayo event with SALSA club, with over 250 students in attendance. Served as kick-off for “Finals Fiesta” event, which included designating CFH/USU space for group and individual studying, a laptop computer lab, and a rest area. Snacks were also provided to all students studying in the building.
Served as host site for multiple end-of-year events, including several graduation recognition ceremonies and department celebrations.
Set-up payroll deduction for Foundation staff wishing to use CFH/USU recreational facilities.
Conducted first meeting for Sports Medicine Task Force. Reviewed charge and began research.
Advertised and sold fitness summer memberships to community members.
Agreed to provide Palomar CC students residing in the University Village Apartments CFH/USU membership options.
Launched pilot summer fitness program for campus staff and faculty “Get Fit In June.”
Secured large gift-in-kind from major vendor used to furnish much of the CFH/USU. Gift totaled $96,580.19 and was secured in time for inclusion with the 03-04 Fiscal Year.
Fitness Coordinator began working with ASI to collaborate on 04-05 wellness, recreation and fitness programs. Goal is to eliminate overlap of services and to increase overall student programming.

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