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Charger 360

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.

Charger 360

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.”