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Campus Recreation

Our Staff

Lauren Martini Olson

Title: Associate Director
Department: Student Health & Well-Being
Campus Recreation
Email: martini@sc.edu
Phone: 803-576-9378
Office: STWFC Room 310
Lauren Martini Olson headshot

“Don’t let perfection be the enemy of progress.”
Progress requires action, don’t let the pursuit of things being just right hold you back from starting, trying, and learning.

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With over 25 years of experience in collegiate recreation, I'm always happy to connect about all things Campus Rec. I serve as the primary contact for development, fundraising & sponsorships, assessment & data analytics, budgeting, human resources, outreach & engagement, strategic partnerships, staff development, and student employment & development. As a member of the Campus Rec senior leadership, I am excited to be a part of telling our story, through the impact and value we bring to the Carolina community.


Background

Lauren started her career as a student official, supervisor, and sport club president at Miami University of Ohio. She continued her career as a graduate assistant for intramural sports at Indiana University.


Education

Master of Science (M.S.) in Recreation
Indiana University, Indiana

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Health and Sport Studies
Miami University of Ohio, Ohio


Recent Publications and Presentations

Survey Says ... Common Pitfalls of Student Leaders & How to Address Them - USC Student Leadership & Diversity Conference

Considering Campus Rec? Things to Know about Pursuing This Field - SCIRSA State Workshop

Outside the Lines: Consider More Than Just the Salary - NIRSA Region II Student Pre-Conference


Awards

  • Outstanding Service to Students award, USC Division of Student Affairs & Academic Support

Hometown

St. Louis, Missouri


Personal

A self-proclaimed foodie, Lauren loves to travel and especially enjoys exploring local cuisines and restaurants. She’s a firm believer that ‘you can’t knock it till you’ve tried it'.


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