Education:

• BS, Occupational Science w/ concentration in Community Health and Wellness
  College of St. Catherine, St. Paul, MN

Qualifications:

• American Red Cross CPR and Community First Aid
• American Red Cross AED Training

Professional Membership:

• National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA)

Personal Recreational Philosophy:

I am thrilled to be a part of the leadership of the Carleton College Recreation Center.

My philosophy is that Campus Recreation provides the framework for healthy living to equal healthy behaviors. I believe in a balance of activities which focus on the whole person and range from health and fitness, arts, adventure, competition, and social interaction.

My degree in Occupational Science with a concentration in Community Health and Wellness from the College of St. Catherine, along with my 20 years of being a part of the Carleton community have prepared me to professionally build this framework by working with others on the Carleton College campus and in the recreational field.

Mikki lives in Nerstrand with her husband Bret and two daughters, Anna and Cora. Besides working in Campus Recreation she enjoys running/walking, riding her Harley, and summer water sports. During the winter Mikki enjoys snowshoeing and snowmobiling with her family and friends. Mikki really values time and traditions with family and friends.

Education:

• M.Ed., Recreation, Park, and Leisure Studies w/ emphasis in sport management -- University of Minnesota
• B.A., Business Administration w/ concentration in general management
  Physical Education w/ emphasis in coaching -- Jamestown College

Qualifications:

• American Red Cross CPR and Community First Aid
• American Red Cross AED Training

Professional Membership

• National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA)

Personal Recreational Philosophy

High quality service and programming are what lead to a recreation program that enhances social experiences and overall enjoyment of college life. I believe that having a well rounded collegiate experience that encompasses getting a high quality education, along with high quality recreational opportunities, will aid in a students future endeavors, and successes. I feel strongly that the benefits received from participating in recreation are multi-faceted, and lifelong. I would expect students leaving school to be committed to a life of learning through their educational experience, and a life of wellness based on the offerings provided by our program and facility.

Aaron resides in Apple Valley with his wife Melissa and their daughter Presley. In his free time he enjoys playing golf, basketball, and softball; attending sporting events; and spending time with his family and friends.

Heidi Jaynes is the faculty supervisor for the climbing wall staff.