Campus Recreation Assessment

Mission Statement

Campus Recreation provides opportunities for personal growth through play, wellness and adventure.

Vision Statement

Campus Recreation will provide diverse recreational programs and services to engage the campus community.

1. Play: We strive to create spaces where recreation can be enjoyed as co-curricular experiences that strengthen and broaden student learning outside the classroom.
2. Wellness: We value a community that encourages a balanced life, healthy choices and an environment that facilitates a sense of belonging for every student.
3. Adventure: We create experiential learning opportunities for the development of each student and the USU community through a safe and supportive environment.
4. Community: We value opportunities in which every individual is welcomed and affirmed and where we seek to understand, respect, and celebrate our diversity.
5. Development: We expand the capacity of students to develop life-long skills to pursue a healthy and active lifestyle for the benefit of themselves and others.

Commitment to Inclusion

Campus Recreation is dedicated to inclusive programs, services, and facilities through our commitment to education, outreach, and collaboration. We seek opportunities to create space where all people are welcome and gain a sense of belonging.

Goals

1. Provide experiential learning and leadership opportunities through recreational programs and services that enhance the collegiate experience.
2. Create a cohesive community and welcoming environment which embraces diversity and collaboration through social engagement.
3. Offer programs and services that build a foundation of Play, Wellness, and Adventure. 
4. Partner and collaborate with all university departments, programs, and services to provide communication, training, and expertise that support student learning and development in and out of class.

Learning Outcomes

By participating in Campus Recreation programs and services, students will …

1. develop lifelong skills to improve overall health and wellbeing.
2. recognize their connection to the campus community and build relationships that contribute to their sense of belonging.
3. contribute to a welcoming and respectful environment for all people.
4. understand that skills needed for successful recreation overlap with those needed for success in their academic, personal and professional life.
5. understand the importance of teamwork, leadership and healthy social interactions in sports competition and beyond.
6. experience leadership opportunities that result in improved communication, listening, time management skills, and more self-confidence.

(CAS Domains Met: Knowledge, Acquisition, Integration, Construction, and Application., Cognitive Complexity, Intrapersonal Development, Interpersonal Competence, Humanitarianism and Civic Engagement, and Practical Competence)

Assessment Plan

The Department of Campus Recreation serves the recreational and fitness needs of students and employees at Utah State University.  The program strives to provide facilities, activities and services for persons of all ability levels with varied interest, as well as create a supportive environment to ensure every participant has a positive and successful experience.  In addition to the Aggie Recreation Center facility, the department encompasses Aquatic Programming, Fitness and Wellness Education programs, Nutrition Services, Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Outdoor Programs, and Student Staff and Leadership.