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At Western Michigan University, well-being looks different for everyone. University Recreation is here to help you find what works for you. Whether you’re lifting in our weight room, climbing the 45-foot wall, playing basketball, taking an F45 class, competing in intramurals or simply finding a place to recharge, the Student Recreation Center gives the WMU community space to Be Active, Be Positive, Be Well and Be You.
As part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Recreation provides recreational programs, facilities and experiences that support a healthy, active campus while helping students develop skills that extend beyond the classroom. The Student Recreation Center features spaces for fitness, sports, recreation, gaming and more. Our University Recreation facilities also extend beyond the SRC, with the Esports Arena at Little Theater, Intramural Soccer Fields, Intramural Softball Complex and Sorensen Tennis Courts.
At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to teamwork, belonging, growth, responsibility and well-being. We strive to create welcoming spaces where everyone can find their place, pursue their interests and take an active role in their well-being. Whatever recreation means to you, there’s a place for you here.
Mission, Vision, Goals
Mission
Cultivate transferable skills through recreational programs and facilities that prepare the University community for a positive, healthy, active life.
Vision
Lead WMU in the cultivation of a healthy campus focused on well-being, while serving as a key contributor to student success
Goals
- Empower campus to be healthy and active.
- Provide opportunities for students to develop transferable skills.
- Maintain and enhance recreational facilities and infrastructure.
Our Values
Teamwork
We believe in creating a service focused community that builds relationships and partnerships. We work collaboratively within the department and across campus to achieve goals.
Belonging
We provide a fun, safe environment for the entire WMU community where we strive to make sure that every student, employee and patron feels welcome and sees a reflection of themselves. We create programs and services that embrace the diversity of campus and encourage interaction.
Growth
We create environments for students, employees and patrons that provide opportunities for skill development outside the classroom, stimulate success and spark new ideas.
Responsibility
We make decisions based on our responsibility to provide programs and services to the WMU community that evolve and are reflective of their needs. We identify opportunities to enhance the experience of each member of the WMU community that utilizes our programs and services. We are dedicated to the responsible planning and management of resources.
Well-being
We empower the WMU community to make decisions that improve resiliency and all aspects of their overall health. It is our belief that exercise is one of the best medicines on campus for maintaining overall physical, mental and emotional health.