Student Centers

Student Centers Advisory Board

About Us

Mission

The purpose of the Student Centers Advisory Board (SCAB) is to voice the student perspective on the topics of employee development, policies, services, and space utilization. We strive to bridge any potential gap between student employees, the George Mason community, and the Student Centers department, through advocacy and adaptability to develop a unified environment.

Goals

  • Enhancing Student Centers & George Mason Initiatives: Stay informed on evolving needs and improvements while collaborating on special projects with George Mason stakeholders.
  • Supporting Student Employees: Observe concerns, refine policies and procedures, and develop training and professional development programs to strengthen student workforce readiness.
  • Fostering Community Engagement: Promote involvement by coordinating events, recognizing student contributions, and showcasing achievements.
  • Optimizing Campus Spaces: Review space utilization to ensure it benefits both Student Centers and the George Mason student body.

Initiatives

  • Created a proposal for raising the hourly wage rates.
  • Distributed graduation cords representing Student Centers.
  • Created additional uniform hoodie selections with two styles.
  • Provided feedback on new furniture for the JC, SUB I, and The Hub.
  • Suggested general upgrades for the Corner Pocket spaces.
  • Contributed towards creating trainings, professional development sessions, and more.

What We Do

  • Create plans for employee logistics such as training, outings, and more!
  • Develop initiatives that enhance student engagement and professional growth.
  • Facilitate feedback channels to ensure student employee concerns are acknowledged and addressed.
  • Recognize and vote on student employee contributions through awards.

How To Get Involved:


  • Be a Student Centers employee
  • Attend weekly meetings
  • Share feedback on SCAB activities
  • Participate in SCAB initiatives

The Benefits:


  • Paid for the hour
  • Influence student employee activities and Student Centers facilities/services for all of George Mason
  • Free snacks, fun activities, and more
  • Team building, leadership, and networking opportunities
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Upcoming Events

Weekly Fall & Spring Semester SCAB Meetings

Coming Soon

(See SCAB chat for location)

Semester In-Service Sessions

Coming Soon

Meet The Leadership Team

Lauryn Chelangat

Lauryn Rotich

SCAB President

Joshua Cancio

Joshua Cancio

SCAB Vice President

Kelly Meehan

Kelly Meehan

SCAB Advisor

Ali Bartow

Ali Bartow

SCAB Advisor

Testimonials

Beginning in SCAB as a member in Spring 2023, it felt really cool to know that the discussions we were having actually had an impact. The decisions we made were being implemented in the Student Centers buildings and creating positive change for all George Mason Students. Not only that, but within SCAB I have been afforded so many opportunities to improve my leadership, communication, and overall professional development.

- Maya

I can now do more work in what I want to do, and leverage that position into what I want to do for SCAB. I want to see more community within the Student Centers, not just within George Mason, but with their own community, where they can find a safe space to express their ideas on how they want Student Centers to be.

- Joshua

SCAB has helped me connect with areas I wouldn’t have otherwise, and I’ve grown fond of and bonded with them.

- Ikaika