Universities

Colleges Continue to Invest in Rec Center Construction, NIRSA Reports

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:54:00 +0000

The number of schools planning recreation facility construction projects has increased, but the average size and cost of projects decreased, according to a new report from NIRSA.

Climbing Wall Operators Need Risk Management Policies to Limit Injuries

Wed, 01 May 2013 16:00:00 +0000

Climbing wall operators can reduce the risks to climbers and to their businesses by putting risk management policies in place in their facilities.

Students Who Work Out At Campus Recs Get Better Grades, Research Says

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 02:28:00 +0000

Students who work out at their campus recreation facilities perform better in school, according to new research from Purdue University.

Aquatic Fitness Gaining Popularity on College Campuses

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 16:00:00 +0000

Aquatic fitness now appeals to a younger generation, and universities are making the most of its popularity and their pools by offering water fitness programming.

Certifying Organizations Acknowledge Importance of Education and Certification for Personal Trainers

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 16:00:00 +0000

Kelsey Cipolla, associate editor and Jim Romeo, contributing writer

A growing number of colleges and universities are offering students the chance to earn training certifications as education becomes more important in the fitness industry.

Georgetown University Sued for $7.5 Million Over Fitness Center Naming Rights

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 20:35:00 +0000

An alumnus is suing Georgetown University for $7.5 million because the fitness center for which he donated money to build is not named for him.

Bowling Green Approves $13.4 Million Rec Center Renovation

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 20:44:00 +0000

Upgraded equipment, new flooring and repairs are part of the $13.4 million plan to renovate Bowling Green State's 34-year-old Student Recreation Center.

University of Washington Tacoma, YMCA Partner to Create Campus Fitness Center

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 18:57:00 +0000

The University of Washington Tacoma is partnering with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties to build a $20 million fitness center on its campus.

Audits and Other Energy-Saving Measures Pay Off for University Rec Centers

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Martha Spizziri, contributing writer

As budgets remain tight at many universities around the country, the need to keep costs low is increasingly important. And as green efforts remain important at many universities, some university rec centers are seeking out energy efficiency as one way to slash operating costs.

Climbing Wall at University of Iowa Reopens

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:40:00 +0000

The University of Iowa announced that the climbing wall in its Campus Recreation and Wellness Center has reopened. The wall was shut down last November after a student fell.