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The Student Recreation Center, Downtown Fitness Center, and Craft Center have facility impacts coming up due to winter break!
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Ben Orendorff

Manager for Operations and Events | Campus Recreation

Prior to working with Campus Recreation, he worked as the Assistant Director of Recreation for Nemacolin Woodlands Resort. Ben is a member of both NIRSA and the Cal U Parks and Recreation Board.

As the Operations and Events Manager, Ben primarily manages guest services, general facility operations and internal and external events. The most rewarding part of Ben’s jobs is seeing the advancement of student who work with Campus Recreation.

In Ben’s free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time outdoors and spending time with his wife, Holly, and two kids.

Things you wouldn’t expect about Ben:

  • He helped train a white lion.

  • He is certified in high speed defensive auto maneuvering.

  • He may not look like it, but he likes to read books, listen to classical music and fine dining!