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SSR Head of Operations

AAs a Student Social Responsibility (SSR) Head of Operation, the main aim is to serve, represent and appreciate AUC workers and students with disabilities. I was responsible for planning and organizing events to fulfill the main pillars.

Community Advocacy & Outreach Leadership Project Management Inclusivity & Accessibility Planning Events Planning

Organization

AUC Student Union

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Role

SSR Head of Operations

Date

2023

Impact

Fostered deep community connections by designing and executing targeted outreach campaigns that mobilized diverse groups for measurable social impact.

Building Community 🤝

Coming off the tail end of the pandemic, our campus felt pretty quiet and disconnected. My goal as Head of Operations within Student Social Responsibility (SSR) was simple: get students back out there, solve problems on the fly, and show our campus and neighbors that we actually give a damn.

Highlights & Big Wins 🚀

  • Post-Pandemic Worker’s Appreciation Day: Pioneered the first celebration for AUC’s staff post-pandemic, bringing joy back to the people who keep our campus running every day.
  • 200+ Students Engaged in Field Trips: Led students on meaningful visits to local hospitals, orphanages, and elderly homes, showing them the real power of showing up for people.
  • Concert Accessibility: Championed accessibility at the Retro Concert by building a dedicated, hassle-free entry and seating flow for 30 attendees with disabilities.

How I Led My Team 🧠

I didn’t want to just give orders from behind a desk; I wanted my team to learn how to execute under pressure without losing their sanity.

  • Hands-on Mentorship: Taught my team how to handle crisis logistics, budget efficiently, and adapt on the fly when things didn’t go as planned.
  • Commitment to Excellence: Recognized as Best Head in the Community Engagement Committee for leadership, collaboration, and driving impactful initiatives.

Takeaway 💡

This was my proving ground. It’s where I learned that real empathy needs solid logistics to make a difference, and where I built the foundation for leading on a much bigger scale.