Employee of the Month
February 2026 Employee of the Month - Kaylee Hamilton
Help us to congratulate the SIUE Campus Recreation employee of the month, Kaylee Hamilton! Kaylee began working for Campus Recreation in August 2025 as a lifeguard and swim instructor. She is currently pursuing a degree in nursing, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2028. Kaylee plans to continue her education in graduate school or pursue a career as an emergency room nurse, where she hopes to make a meaningful impact in patient care.
In addition to her academic and professional goals, Kaylee is an active member of the Student Nurses Association, where she continues to build leadership skills and professional connections within the healthcare field.
Outside of work and school, Kaylee enjoys reading, working out, and spending time with friends. She values staying active and maintaining a healthy balance between academics, work, and personal time.
Kaylee enjoys working for Campus Recreation because of the welcoming environment and strong sense of community. She appreciates that her supervisors and coworkers are friendly and supportive, which makes coming to work enjoyable and rewarding. She is proud to be part of a team that promotes safety, wellness, and recreation for the campus community. We are lucky to have such a reliable and dedicated employee as Kaylee in our department!
January 2026 Employee of the Month - Abigail Lee
Abigail Lee has been a dedicated member of the SIUE Campus Recreation team since August 2023 and currently serves as a facility supervisor and the Equipment Issue assistant manager. She has served on hiring committees for several student-employee positions and is currently pursuing a degree in human resource management with a minor in psychology and plans to graduate in May 2026.
For the spring semester, Abigail has already secured a wonderful internship opportunity in her field of study. With her future goal of working as a recruiter, she continuously seeks to expand her leadership skills and deepen her understanding of workplace dynamics through both her role in Campus Recreation and her campus involvement.
Also, highly active within the SIUE community, Abigail contributes to organizations such as CREC Connect, the Society for Human Resource Management, and the American Marketing Association. Outside of her professional and academic life, Abigail enjoys reading, weight-lifting, attending Zumba classes, hiking local trails, exploring new coffee shops, and spending time with her friend Larissa.
One of Abigail’s favorite aspects of working for Campus Recreation is the strong sense of community and teamwork she experiences every day. She also values the opportunity to grow professionally by attending conferences that connect her to the broader recreation field.
Along with earning January’s Employee of the Month, Abigail was proudly recognized as the 2024–2025 Campus Recreation Employee of the Year—a reflection of her exceptional commitment, positivity, and consistency. Her leadership continues to elevate the Campus Rec experience for both staff and patrons, making her an outstanding representative of the department.
