C. Shaw Smith
dedicated his life to the profession of higher education. He served as
the first Union Director for Davidson for over 30 years. Dr. Smith also
served as the Region 5 Coordinator twice and as the ACUI National
Director. His service to the students and community at Davidson College, and
countless professionals through ACUI, continues to be an inspiration. Our hope is to remember his dedication and contributions through this award. |
As Senior Associate Director of Union Operations and Services at Virginia Tech, Reed is part of the University Unions and Student Activities (UUSA) management team that operates four Virginia Tech facilities totaling more than 350,000 square feet and oversees more than 400 student and professional staff. Squires Student Center, Johnston Student Center, the Graduate Life Center at Donaldson Brown, and War Memorial Chapel are all UUSA facilities. University Unions & Student Activities, a unit within the Division of Student Affairs at Virginia Tech, complements the academic program by providing a variety of activities, educational opportunities, programs, facilities, and services that enhance student development and enrich the quality of campus life at Virginia Tech.
Reed has worked with Virginia Tech UUSA since 1993, first as Recreation Assistant Manager, then as Recreation Manager, Coordinator of Leisure Services, Assistant Director for Leisure Services and Marketing, Associate Director of University Unions, Acting Co-Director for University Unions, and his current position, Senior Associate Director for Operations and Services. During that time he has been an active participant in ACUI and ACUI Region 5, supporting the many programs ACUI offers its members in education, advocacy, and services. Reed graduated from Western Carolina University with a BS in Sports Management and from James Madison University with a MS in Sport and Recreation Management. In addition to his professional service, Reed is a volunteer with the American Red Cross and the First United Methodist Church of Salem, Virginia. |
Energy, enthusiasm, and passion are three words that have been used to describe this year’s recipient of the New Professional Award. Crazy is also another word that the used to describe James, but in a good sense.
James has impressed others with a knowledge of student programs, an ability to effectively advise students only slightly younger than himself, and incredible organizational skills. As a result of his leadership, his University’s program board has increased the quality and quantity of activities and events. He encourages the students to set goals and work hard to achieve them.
This nominee also stepped up quickly to become involved in ACUI activities. He has been involved in the Recreation Tournament as the Texas hold ‘Em and Poetry Slam Coordinator and has presented educational sessions at both Regional and annual ACUI conferences. |
