Mission The core purpose of the Department of Physical Education and Recreation (PE and Rec) at the University of Oregon (UO) is to educate, engage and inspire the campus community to live active, balanced lives. Holistic well-being lies at the foundation of our work. The aim is to promote health and well-being through our programs […] The post University of Oregon Student Recreation Center: Where Wellness Meets Innovation appeared first on Campus Rec Magazine.| Campus Rec Magazine
Consider this: a student staff member in your campus recreation department no-shows a shift, fumbles a member experience and is late the following day. You call them in for a conversation in your office. You detail where they missed the mark, review policies, set expectations moving forward and document appropriately. The staff member leaves upset […] The post Connections and Curiosity: The Missing Links in Your Campus Rec Coaching Conversations appeared first on Campus Rec Magazine.| Campus Rec Magazine
How Clemson University’s Outdoor Recreation and Education Program found success with student-led adventure trips over fall break. Outdoor trips are a great opportunity for campus recreation departments to get students active, socializing and experiencing all nature offers, but this kind of programming requires more time than traditional campus rec activities. At Clemson University, the Clemson […] The post Building Leaders and Lasting Connections on Clemson University’s Campus Rec F...| Campus Rec Magazine
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When the University of Rhode Island (URI) realized its baseball field needed resurfacing, the program searched for turf that could mirror the playability of a natural field. That search led them to Shaw Sports Turf. “The most important factor for choosing Shaw Sports Turf was their turf played more like a natural grass and dirt […] The post Shaw Sports Turf Transforms the University of Rhode Island’s Baseball Field appeared first on Campus Rec Magazine.| Campus Rec Magazine
For decades, professional development and career preparation have been at the heart of campus recreation. It’s one of the defining strengths of the field, and for many campus rec professionals, a core reason they choose to work in the industry. Through mentoring, skill-building and formative student employment, campus rec has launched generations of students into […] The post Why AI Literacy in Campus Recreation Is Essential for Career Readiness appeared first on Campus Rec Magazine.| Campus Rec Magazine
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The Gaucho R.E.C. program at UCSB offers creative outlets that enhance student well-being and broaden what campus rec can be. At the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), recreation isn’t confined to the gym — it’s also on the pottery wheel and in the dance studio. While campus rec has long been equated with weight […] The post From Pottery to Pilates: How UCSB Integrates Campus Rec Enrichment Classes to Boost Student Wellness appeared first on Campus Rec Magazine.| Campus Rec Magazine