Mission
The Office of Campus Activities empowers students to cultivate connections, discover their potential, and create a sense of belonging at Catholic University by providing a supportive and equitable environment through a commitment to holistic growth and experiential learning.
Vision
The vision of the Office of Campus Activities is to be the heart of engagement for students at the Catholic University of America.
Professional Staff
Attending Penn State for his undergraduate degree and The University of Memphis for his graduate degree Steve has a variety of experiences including residence life, student conduct, leadership development, and of course campus activities. Outside of work Steve is very actively involved regionally and nationally with Ultimate Frisbee playing, coaching, and serving as the Executive Director for DC's professional women's team the DC Shadow. Steve and his wife also run a Flower Farm called Little Walter's Flower Farm so if you're looking for fresh-cut flower bouquets let him know and he can bring one into the office for you.
During her undergraduate studies at Montclair State University, MacKenzie immersed herself in the campus' extracurricular opportunities. From working and being involved with various departments and different organizations on campus, her interest and passion for higher education grew. She then pursued her Master's in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Leadership in Higher Education at Rider University; her thesis focused on burnout in undergraduate students through over-involvement. While at Rider, she also advised multiple organizations while holding an assistantship in Auxiliary Services. MacKenzie is a dedicated fan of the New York Mets, enjoys discovering new coffee shops around DC, and as a New Jerseyan, will gladly discuss the age-old Taylor ham versus pork roll debate (it's Taylor ham).
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Anna Borges Assistant Director of Student Organization LeadershipAnna is a Catholic U alumnus from the Class of 2017. While attending CUA, she was involved in a variety of clubs, a member/coach of the Catholic University Dance Team, and worked in the Office of Campus Activities assisting student organizations! She received her Master of Arts in Student Affairs in Higher Education from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2020. Anna is passionate about the holistic development of students and believes that being involved on campus is a great way to find and develop your authentic self. She is an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, a Swiftie, loves to watch movies (except horror), and enjoys traveling (ask her about her CUA Rome Abroad Experience)!.
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Justine Rae Talamayan Extern for Campus ActivitiesJustine Rae is a current Georgetown University Master’s student studying Higher Education Administration with a concentration in Student Affairs. She is also a Catholic U alumna from the Class of 2023. She was heavily involved with the Filipino organization (F.O.C.U.S.) and worked on the Student Organization Services team in Campus Activities. Her interests in higher education are rooted in cultural humility, and she is passionate about creating communities where students can thrive and be themselves. Outside of work and academics, you can find Justine Rae crocheting, drinking matcha, or listening to a podcast -- bonus points if you see her doing all three!
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Student Staff
Our Student Staff are the first people you see in OCA, they are your go-to source for any questions you have and will always welcome you to the office. They are part of one of our functional teams working to plan fun events, support our student organizations, manage the Orientation program, and provide great leadership programs.
Events & Marketing
The Events & Marketing team brings you all sorts of great events including DC Nite Out and CUA Nite Live, as well as our annual events for Women's History Month, the University tree lighting ceremony "Light the Season" and much more.
- Julie Burke
- Madison Cline
- Chanel Cole
Leadership
The Leadership team helps develop, coordinate, and facilitate our various leadership programs, including Cardinals Soar, Build Your Nest, and the Cardinal Leadership Celebration.
- Mia Beldner
Student Organization Services
The Student Organization Services team oversees student organization's financial management.
- Seamus Delaney
- JP Russell
- Lauren Touey
Events Team
Our Events Team is responsible for supporting all of the programming our office puts on as well as assisting with the campus-wide flyer route.
- Luke Archeval
- Maggiemae Dethlefsen
- Bezawit Egigu
- Richard Hendra
- David Khabiyev
- Danika Marascio
- MaryEileen McDermott
- Laney Schulz
- Mariah Solis
Orientation
While we select 80 student Orientation Leaders to serve throughout the Orientation program, each year 2 students serve as student coordinators who spend an entire year planning all of the details of the Orientation program.
- Ani Schubert
- Anisa Ellis