Lobo Louie, Lobo Lucy and the University of New Mexico hosted over 150 student members and volunteers during the fun packed 1-1/2 days of educational sessions and spirited competition. 

With festive clusters of school colored balloons floating overhead, Douglas M. Brown, Dean of University of New Mexico’s Anderson School of Management, kicked off the event with his insightful opening remarks. 

 

Brett Farmolie and Zach Hubbell, keynote speakers, inspired students and volunteers alike as they shared the story of their cross-country venture to Pursue the Passion of getting people to think differently about career paths http://pursuethepassion.jobing.com/about.php.      

There was a “March Madness”-like atmosphere as fifteen teams enthusiastically cheered one another on through each round of competition.  A well-deserved “congratulations” to all fifteen of the participating teams!

• Arizona State University
• Colorado State University (A)
• Colorado State University (B)
• Kansas State University
• Mesa State College (Maroon)
• Mesa State College (White)
• New Mexico State University
• Oklahoma State University (Orange)
• Oklahoma State University (White)
• University of New Mexico
• University of North Texas
• University of Texas San Antonio
• Utah State University (Blue)
• Utah State University (White)
• Weber State University

The University of North Texas team graciously accepted the Collegiality Award:

• Team Members: Levi Tomandl-Campbell, Rachel Ronque, Chrissie Rogers; Advisor: Nancy Boyd Lillie

Utah State University teams made an outstanding appearance, taking both the Champion and Runner-Up titles:

• Champion Blue Team Members: Lydia Bushman, Brian Francom, Stephen Allred; Advisors: Al Warnick and Carrie Belsito
• Runner-Up White Team Members: Yvette King, Jacqueline Snyder, Nathan Peterson; Advisors: Al Warnick and Carrie Belsito

Carol Beckner, HR Consultant for the University of New Mexico, lead a team of volunteers who sold raffle tickets during the Conference for chances on more than 20 prize baskets.  Proceeds of over $200 will benefit the SHRM Foundation. 

The event was the result of many hours of work by volunteers and staff.  A huge round of applause and gratitude goes out to Denise Montoya, HR Consulting and Staff Employment Director for the University of New Mexico and this year’s Conference Committee Chair, and the outstanding team of HR Professionals and volunteers from across the region for a job well-done!  (See attached photo of Lobo Louie and Volunteers.)  Sincere appreciation is also extended to the SHRM staff team of Anne-Margaret Olsson, Maureen Flaherty, Kristine Hofmann and Chuck Salvetti for their role in making this a wonderful experience for all in attendance!

The 2010 Southwest Central Regional Student Conference and HR Games was a huge success!  Students and volunteers left the event a little tired, but full of inspiration and pride – their passion and excitement for Human Resources energized and renewed!