About Campus Recreation

 

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Hours

Hours:

Monday-Thursday 11:00am-6:00pm

Friday 11:00am-1:00pm

Mission

The mission of Arkansas Tech University's Campus Recreation is to provide participation in a variety of sport, fitness, and recreational events that help stimulate student learning and personal development while enhancing the quality of life for Arkansas Tech University students, faculty, staff, alumni, and families.

Purpose

The purpose of Arkansas Tech University's Campus Recreation is to provide opportunities for a diversified population to recreate, exercise, and socialize through a variety of programs including intramural sports, fitness, outdoor recreation, club sports and special events.

Learning Objectives

After participating in Campus Recreation programs and services, students will be able to take an active role in their personal wellness (emotional, physical, and spiritual) that supports a healthy lifestyle.

After participating in Campus Recreation programs and services, students will be able to demonstrate skills and behaviors that contribute to successful work-related skills.

After participating in Campus Recreation programs and services, students will be able to demonstrate positive leadership skills that contribute to the organizational effectiveness of their respective club sport.

 

Program Areas

Intramural Sports

Offers approximately twenty (20) individual and/or team sports during the academic year. The program's purpose is to provide competitive and recreational leagues to help stimulate student learning and personal development as well as enhance the quality of life for Arkansas Tech University students, faculty, and staff.

Fitness Programs

Offers group exercise classes during the academic year. The program's purpose is to provide activities that are designed to meet the physical, mental, and social needs of the participants; to stimulate student learning and personal development; and to enhance the quality of life for Arkansas Tech University students.

Outdoor Recreation

Offers students the opportunity to experience the outdoors through the rental of mountain bikes, canoes, kayaks as well as other outdoor equipment. The program's purpose is to provide outdoor opportunities to aid student learning and personal development and to enhance the quality of life for Arkansas Tech University students.

Club Sports

Offers students the opportunity to participate with other universities on a competitive level. The programs purpose is to allow students the opportunity to connect and interact with other universities while competing on a competitive level. This interaction will enhance the quality of life for Arkansas Tech University students.

Special Events

Offers a variety of tournaments and events during the academic year. Events include extramural competitions in flag football and basketball, disc golf tournament, etc. The program's purpose is to provide off-campus connections with other universities' participants through competitive and recreational events that stimulate student learning, motivate personal development, and enhance the quality of life for Arkansas Tech University students, faculty, and staff. 

Leadership Awards

Male Memory Maker

Awarded to a male campus recreation participant who excels in displaying leadership, team building, and a sense of fair competition on the playing fields. This person is portrayed as an outstanding leader and ambassador for Arkansas Tech University through Campus Recreation.

Female Memory Maker

Awarded to a female campus recreation participant who excels in displaying leadership, team building, and a sense of fair competition on the playing fields. This person is portrayed as an outstanding leader and ambassador for Arkansas Tech University through Campus Recreation.

Top Performer

Awarded to one (1) male and one (1) female campus recreation student who excels in displaying leadership, team building, and a sense of fair competition on the playing fields. These students compete at the highest level by winning championships and participating as much as possible. These people are portrayed as outstanding leaders and ambassadors for Arkansas Tech University through Campus Recreation.

Our Pledge

Customer Service

We will promote and maintain courteous, attentive, and efficient service to meet the needs of our participants.

Programs and Activities

We will provide a diverse selection of programs that enhance the social, mental, and physical development of our participants.

Safety

We are committed to insuring the well-being of our participants.

Communication

We will effectively, efficiently, and accurately share information.

Facilities and Equipment

We will provide and maintain the highest standards of quality and safety.

Staff Development

We will promote professional growth and development as well as continue to evaluate and educate all staff members.