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Charger 360 - Season 4, Episode 15: Jess Scibek and Emilio Sanchez ’26 M.S.

Jess Scibek, director of campus recreation, discusses her journey to the University, her background in corporate fitness, and transitioning to a university setting, as well as her passion for helping people stay well and the benefits of the programs available through the David A. Beckerman Recreation Center. Emilio Sanchez ’26, a native of Mexico, a graduate student in sport management, and a graduate assistant with ChargerREC, shared his background living across the globe in China, Singapore, Spain, and the U.S. Jess talked about her family’s passion for New Haven apizza, and Emilio gave an inside look at his experiences in and out of the classroom, including an upcoming sales competition he’ll be part of. “The opportunities that are being offered at this University is something that I have never experienced,” said Emilio.

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Charger 360 - Season 4, Episode 14: Giye Jenkins ’26

Giye Jenkins ’26, a computer science major, joined Charger 360. He highlighted his work with a team of students developing an interdisciplinary concept called Station Engine, which would serve as an innovative way to help automate student-run college radio stations. He also reflected on his experience as a four-year member of Chargers Football, calling it life-changing. “It was everything I could dream of as a college athlete.”

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Charger 360 - Season 4, Episode 13: Kat Swistak '26

Kat Swistak '26 reflects on her journey from a small town in New Jersey to the University of New Haven to study forensic science. A marketing minor, she talked about her work with Charger Athletics, including serving as the social media manager for women's rugby and field hockey as well as being part of Chargers Creative, the student-led group that supports social and digital media that generate millions of impressions for the University's Division I athletics teams. This work, as well as her involvement with the Office of Marketing and Communications student content team has broadened her career aspirations to work in content creation. She also talked about her plans for the Women in Sports Club, which she hopes will be her legacy as a Charger. "I'm so glad that I came here. I wouldn't have been able to grow and be who I am without coming here."

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Charger 360 - Season 4, Episode 12: Ashton Gleed ’27

Ashton Gleed ’27, the station manager at WNHU and a graphic and digital design major, shares his journey to a student leadership position with the University’s award-winning radio station. He learned about the radio station at the Involvement Fair at the beginning of his first year when, he says, he didn’t know if college was for him. He remembers thinking at the end of his first meeting with the WNHU team that, “This can be a place for me. I have not looked back.” He also talked about revamping the WNHU.org website and creating Open Studios night, taking place weekly on Thursday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m., when students are invited to learn more about the station and even get on the air. “I want to give people the same exact experience I got to have.”

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Charger 360 - Season 4, Episode 11: Robin Salters

Robin Salters ’91, director or organizational engagement & service delivery in the Office of Human Resources, discusses her work as the University’s Title IX Coordinator. She also reflected on joining the University as a student-athlete, nearly 40 years ago, as well leading the Chargers volleyball team for 25 years. Under her guidance, the team reached the NCAA Division II tournament 23 times, compiling 661 wins, as she became the winningest coach in program history. “I had a lot of great players,” she said. “It was a family atmosphere that we created. This is my 32nd year of employment at the University, and I am a proud alum. It has been an incredible ride, and I am excited to see what the future brings.”