Full-Time Staff

Dejuan Benford

(619-594-4280)
dejuan.benford@sdsu.edu
Intramural Sports & Sport Clubs

DeJuan oversees the Intramural Sports program, which includes leagues and one-day challenge events. He also manages 17 student sport club teams.

Niki Blanchflower

(619-594-8371)
nblanchf@mail.sdsu.edu
Sport Clubs Athletic Trainer

Niki oversees the injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of all 16 sport clubs at SDSU. She is available at all home events and practices. Her office is located in the training room at the Aztec Athletic Center.

Ron Cortell

(619-594-6492)
ron.cortell@sdsu.edu
Assistant Director

Ron Manages Facility Reservations, availability and scheduling. He also oversees member satisfaction, customer comments and concerns.

Jacki Johnson

(619-594-7462)
jjohnso@mail.sdsu.edu
Aquaplex Coordinator

Aquaplex Coordinator oversees the Aquaplex staff and facilities. He/She also develops and implements all Aquaplex programs and member activities.

Nicholas Busacco

(619-594-3536)
nicholas.busacco@sdsu.edu
Building Engineer

Nick is responsible for the maintenance, upkeep and repair of the facility and equipment.

Vicki Greene

(619-594-5778)
vicki.greene@sdsu.edu
Member Services Coordinator

Vicki oversees membership and program registration, as well as billing, cancellations, equipment and towel check-out.

Eric Huth

(619-594-7269)
eric.huth@sdsu.edu
Director

Eric ensures that all campus recreation programs are conducted in accordance with our mission to enhance the quality of life and educational experience of the SDSU community by providing outstanding programs, facilities and services.

Armando Torre

(619-594-7463)
armando.torre@sdsu.edu
Aquatics Maintenance Engineer

Armando is responsible for ensuring that all Aquaplex buildings, pools and equipment are in working order, clean and safe at all times.

Brett Kehler

(619-594-7268)
brett.kehler@sdsu.edu
Programs Coordinator

Brett oversees Group Fitness, Personal Training and fitness equipment purchasing. He supervises both the Outdoor Programs Coordinator and the Sports Coordinator.

Jim Lustig

(619-594-7271)
jim.lustig@sdsu.edu
Outdoor Programs Coordinator

Jim oversees Aztec Adventures, ARC Team Challenge, Outings and the Climbing Wall.

Jim Mitchell

(619-594-6559)
jim.mitchell@sdsu.edu
Bowling & Games Coordinator

Jim oversees all operations and management of Bowling & Games at the Aztec Center.

Ronald Pascual

(619-594-0258)
ronald.pascual@sdsu.edu
Building Services Coordinator

Ronald oversees building services, maintenance and upkeep. He is responsible for ensuring that all facility and fitness equipment is in working order and that facilities are clean and safe at all times.

Joe Schaffer

(619-594-6937)
joe.schaffer@sdsu.edu
Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs Supervisor

Joe assists DeJuan Benford in overseeing the administration of the Intramural Sports program and assists in managing 16 student Sport Club teams.

Amy Schiller

(619-594-0202)
amy.schiller@sdsu.edu
Marketing/Promotions

Amy oversees promotions and marketing including info sheets, display cases, newsletters, website, member surveys, the secret shopper program, member parties and giveaways including logo pens, water bottles, etc.

Juan Silva

(619-594-0684)
juan.silva@sdsu.edu
Accounting Supervisor

Juan oversees membership accounting, account refunds, billing disputes and adjustments. He also oversees monthly billing and assists in managing Member Services if Vicki is absent.

Virginia Tahmahkera

(619-594-7128)
virginia.tahmahkera@sdsu.edu
Administrative Supervisor

Virginia oversees payroll, personnel, work-study, offices supplies, uniforms, nametags, computers, telephones and the administrative area.

Travis McCauley

(619-594-8234)
tmccaule@mail.sdsu.edu
Facility Operations Supervisor

Travis is responsible for ensuring a safe, enjoyable and professional operation of the ARC by supporting and enforcing the rules and regulations. He also mentors all facility (day-time, evening, over-night) staff by personally supervising the ARC. Most importantly, Travis ensures that users enjoy the social and health benefits of the ARC by ensuring that we provide outstanding customer service and exceed member's expectations.

Don Trutna

(619-594-0201 x 2)
donald.trutna@sdsu.edu
Evening Facility Supervisor

Don supervises the part-time evening facility supervisors and maintains the continuity of facility operations during the night time hours. He also assists members with any questions, comments and concerns. Don works closely with the evening custodial staff to ensure the cleanliness of the facility.