Rachel Artist

Rachel Artist is a seasoned professional in wellness and recreation management, currently serving as the Director of Wellness & Recreation and Director of Programs at the University of Denver since October 2016, overseeing a $4.8 million revenue line across six verticals. Prior to this, Rachel held positions at the University of Northern Iowa from August 2012 to June 2016, including Coordinator of Aquatics & Certifications, where responsibilities included managing a budget of $200,000 and leading 50 student employees, and Graduate Assistant for Aquatics & Certifications, focusing on program management and employee oversight. Rachel holds a Master of Arts in Leisure, Youth, and Human Services and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations with minors in Marketing and Journalism, both obtained from the University of Northern Iowa.