SMU Staff of the Month: Kami Ward

By Brenna Sheehan
Guest Writer

“Take advantage of your time here at Saint Mary’s University. There is a lot you can try and a lot you can be involved in,” said Kami Ward, a 2005 Saint Mary’s University alumna.

Ward graduated with a degree in public relations and is currently the Director of Intramurals at SMU. Combining her love for sports and the fun of working with students made this job the perfect transition from college into the working world. Along with Intramurals, Ward has started working in the Communication and Marketing Office, filling in for office manager Stacy Popp while she is on maternity leave for three months.
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Planning the intramural sporting events is Ward’s main responsibility. She is also in charge of promotions and rosters. “My job is to make sure everyone is where they are supposed to be and that everything runs smoothly,” said Ward.

Ward also assigns the student workers at each event and schedules the gym times. Ward relies strongly on a great group of student workers who serve as the referees for intramural events and are trusted with these responsibilities when she is not available.

The intramural department sponsors activities like the Cardinal Cup, which consist of hall vs. hall competitions in one-day events. These events include tug-of-war, root beer pong and flippy cup, a bean bag tournament, a spelling bee, an Uno tournament and other card games. Ward also advises many club sports here on campus, such as cheerleading, dance, lacrosse, Ultimate Frisbee, fencing, rugby and water polo.

Besides working in Intramurals and the Communication and Marketing Office, Ward participates in S.O.U.L. February break trips, advises TEC retreats, and serves as an advisor for the Student Activities Committee.

Ward encourages all students to get involved in intramurals and other activities at SMU because it is a great way to meet new people and have a good time with your friends.