Kelsi Mahfouz
Coordinator, Student Employment and Training
Since being a counselor at a YMCA summer camp during undergrad and watching young
kids make meaning of their play time, I have wanted to work in recreation. Recreation
is more than having fun! It鈥檚 community building, learning, taking care of oneself,
and more, and I am proud to work for a place that sees the value in providing such
a space for students.
As far as my specific role goes, I love working with college students because this
is one of the most transformative times of their lives. A lot of growth and self-discovery
takes place during these few years, and being able to serve as a resource and safe
space for them as they move through college/ young adulthood is really rewarding.
A lot of growth and self-discovery takes place during these few years, and being able to serve as a resource and safe space for them as they move through college/ young adulthood is really rewarding. ~Kelsi
Alma Mater
My real favorite line is 鈥渇ond memories that waken in our hearts a tender glow鈥� because it鈥檚 so sweet and true. However, I love when we sing 鈥渙ur worth in live will be thy worth, we pray to keep it true鈥� in Tiger Stadium because everyone stomps after, and it gives me chills every time!
Around Baton Rouge
I love any event in Baton Rouge where there will be local artists and vendors! I frequent the Local Pop-Up markets and events at Electric Depot.
Advice I don't leave home without
My high school best friend told me, 鈥淭he best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago; the second best time is today.鈥� This advice is sweet because I think it encourages you to let go of what you 鈥榮hould have鈥� done and just move forward in the present.
Education
BA - English, 蜜桃APP
MS - Leadership & Human Resource Development, 蜜桃APP
Contact Kelsi
kmahfo1@lsu.edu
225-578-1554
102 Student Recreation Complex