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LivingSport: Student Organization

Our vision is to cultivate a generation of coaches who understand the profound impact of mental health, trauma-informed care, and positive youth development, creating inclusive sport environments that empower young people to thrive in all aspects of life.


Mission Statement: Our mission is to educate and equip adults with the skills and knowledge needed to become compassionate, trauma-informed coaches who prioritize mental health and holistic development. Through training, research, and hands-on experience, we aim to transform the youth sports landscape by fostering supportive environments that help young people overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

Members values as a student organization: Passion, Challenge, Commitment, Growth, Family

What we want to teach as a student organization: Safety, Compassion, Fun, Contribution, Flexibility

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Executive Team

President

The President of LivingSport leads the organization and ensures everything runs smoothly. They communicate with the Executive Board, represent LivingSport at events, and make sure everyone is on track with their roles and responsibilities. The President plans meetings and events, checks in with officers, and introduces new ideas or strategies to help the group grow. They also appoint people to board positions and keep LivingSport focused on its mission and goals.

Michael Von Ville
Michael Von Ville

President

Vice President

The Vice President helps the President and takes over if needed. They make sure everyone on the team is doing their job and following the rules. The Vice President also handles marketing for events, like making posters, creating social media posts, and partnering with businesses. They help plan events and work with other student groups to get the word out and build connections.

Maria Berning
Maria Berning

Vice President

Secretary

The Secretary is responsible for preparing the weekly agenda at least 24 hours before meetings and recommending new members to join the organization. They serve as the main contact for other groups and take notes during meetings to document discussions. Additionally, the Secretary tracks attendance and notes who is late or absent.

Emily Cammeyer
Emily Cammeyer

Secretary

Kethan Mokadam
Kethan Mokadam

Treasurer

Treasurer

The treasurer helps to ensure that we can financially implement the shared vision of the organization. In addition to collaborating on the back-end planning, the treasurer helps to identify potential funding sources that may augment programming. 

Creative Chair

The Creative Chair is in charge of creative marketing for events, including designing posters, creating videos, and managing social media. They lead the development of innovative marketing ideas that promote LivingSport and ensure a strong understanding of the LivingSport brand. The Creative Chair directs and executes all phases of creative work to effectively engage the community and raise awareness of the organization’s mission.

Advisors

The Advisors maintain communication between the Department of Academics and the student body while advising the Executive Board on important decisions. They assist with the election process and help secure financial resources for the organization. Additionally, the Advisors research the legalities and regulations surrounding events at the university, ensuring that all activities comply with necessary laws and requirements.

Joe Ingram III
Joe Ingram III

Advisor

Tommy Papatto
Tommy Papatto

Advisor

Sydney Mack
Sydney Mack

Grad Advisor

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