CAMPUS RECREATION
Annual Report 2014-2015
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CONTENTS 4
OVERVIEW
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IMPROVEMENTS
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YOUR STORY
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PROGRAMS
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COMMUNICATIONS
OVERVIEW The Department of Campus Recreation provides a variety of recreational programs and facilities for the University of Houston and the surrounding community. The facilities managed include the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Gertner and CRWC Fields, and six tennis courts. The programs offered include Fitness, Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, Aquatics, Informal Recreation, and Outdoor Adventure. With the variety of programs and facilities offered, there is something to meet every need and develop and retain lifelong healthy behaviors.
MISSION Campus Recreation provides the UH community an inclusive environment that cultivates the development of life skills through engaging and meaningful recreation programs, facilities and services. 4
LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR The Department of Campus Recreation provides a variety of recreational programs and facilities for the University of Houston and the surrounding community. The facilities managed include the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Gertner and CRWC Fields, and six tennis courts. The programs offered include Fitness, Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, Aquatics, Informal Recreation, and Outdoor Adventure. With the variety of programs and facilities offered, there is something to meet every need and develop and retain lifelong healthy behaviors. The Department of Campus Recreation provides a variety of recreational programs and facilities for the University of Houston and the surrounding community. The facilities managed include the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Gertner and CRWC Fields, and six tennis courts. The programs offered include Fitness, Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, Aquatics, Informal Recreation, and Outdoor Adventure. With the develop and retain lifelong healthy behaviors. Every need and develop and retain lifelong healthy behaviors. The Department of Campus Recreation provides a variety of recreational programs and facilities for the University of Houston and the surrounding community. The facilities managed include the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Gertner and CRWC Fields, and six tennis courts. The programs offered include Fitness, Intramural Sports, Sport
OVERVIEW
variety of programs and facilities offered, there is something to meet every need and
Clubs, Aquatics, Informal Recreation, and Outdoor Adventure. With the variety of programs and facilities offered, there is something to meet every need and develop and retain lifelong healthy behaviors. The Department of Campus Recreation provides a variety of recreational programs and facilities for the University of Houston and the surrounding community. The facilities managed include the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, Gertner and CRWC Fields, and six tennis courts.
Kim Clark Director of Campus Recreation
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CAMPUS RECREATION Because of the high-quality facilities and programs offered, Campus Recreation is able to serve 67.8% of students in the Campus Recreation & Wellness Center. Through continuous improvements, Campus Recreation strives to stay up-to-date to provide the best for the patrons. 6
86%
RETENTION RATE OF STUDENTS IN CRWC AND PROGRAMS
OVERVIEW
IN THE CRWC... UNIVERSITYofHOUSTON
630,745 SWIPES
4,014
LOCKER RENTALS
Student
151
FACILITY TOURS 7
IMPROVEMENTS Over the 2014 - 2015 school year, Campus Recreation contributed $8.5 million toward facility improvements to keep the CRWC at the highest standards for the patrons.
G. GERTNER
FIELD RENOVATION Over the summer of 2014, renovations to G. Gertner Field improved the overall quality of the Intramural Sports playing fields. In the Fall of 2014, Campus Recreation hosted a Grand Re-Opening of the fields to mark the completion of the renovations.
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ABOUT THE EVENT On Monday, September 15, 2015, Campus Recreation hosted
Vice Chancellor and Vice President of Student Affairs- Dr. Richard Walker, Director of Campus Recreation- Kim Clark and four undergraduate students all gave remarks about there-opening of the space.
GOAL: Host grand re-opening of Gertner Fields.
IMPROVEMENTS
the Grand Re-Opening of G. Gertner Field. Around 100 students, staffers and faculty members attended the event.
20%
Increased participation in flag football and decreased forfeits
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NATATORIUM & OUTDOOR LEISURE POOL RENOVATION In the Spring of 2015, renovations began on the Natatorium in the CRWC. In total, Campus Recreation used $8.5 million to update the pool and various pool equipment.
RANKED
#6
BEST COLLEGE POOL
IN THE NATION!
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The Natatorium Project began on December 19, 2014, and was completed on June 27, 2015.
HIGHLIGHTS — Replacement of all HVAC in the natatorium and the addition of dedicated spectator HVAC unit — Full replacement of the pump room, including filtration systems, pumps, motors, piping, sanitation, and chemical feed systems
— Replaced bulkheads — Full replacement of timing system and video boards (switched from Daktronics to Colorado Timing System) — Replacement of all lighting (underwater, overhead and wall) in the natatorium and underwater lighting at the Outdoor Leisure Pool
IMPROVEMENTS
— Repaired leaks and replastered the competition pool
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FACILITY HIGHLIGHTS Annual maintenance is performed to keep the facility ready for patrons. This includes routine replacement of out-of-date machines.
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— 2 Matrix Krankcycles — 2 Precor Climbers — Olympic and free benches — 2 Matrix Stepmills — 2 Landmine Trainers
IMPROVEMENTS
New Fitness Equipment
WI-FI EXPANSION Campus Recreation received $75,000 in one-time funding to expand Wi-Fi throughout the CRWC.
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YOUR STORY Campus Recreation employees and patrons are each unique, and therefore uniquely effected by the programs and facilities provided. Each has their own story to tell.
MY PASSION One always felt comfort when met with the warm smile of Shannon Henderson, Welcome Desk Attendant, Building Supervisor, and Group Fitness Instructor. Shannon was an Elementary Education Major and employee of Campus Recreation.
It's made me step up and become a leader; I'm someone that students and patrons know to go to if they have a problem.
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PART OF THE REC At the CRWC, Shannon could be seen with fellow co-workers at the Welcome desk as a building supervisor, or kicking with students as a Zumba Instructor. Shannon enjoyed interacting with the various patrons that walked through the door and strived to be an example to others around her. When asked what her favorite thing about the Rec Center was, she replied, “There’s two; definitely the people I work with, and just meeting so many people and being someone they can look up to and then also just the amazing Zumba classes I have.” Shannon was dependable to those in need and determined to meet the expectations of those around
who takes charge and rise up to the leading role. “It’s made me step up and become a leader - I’m someone that the students and patrons know to go to if they have a problem. I feel that all the student staff that I supervise know that if they have a problem and they need something, they can come to me and I will solve it to the best of my abilities.”
YOUR STORY
her. Working at the Rec Center molded her to be a person
FUTURE PLANS Shannon planned to pursue a career as a 1st or 2nd grade elementary school teacher in Houston. She desired to take all that she learned working for Campus Recreation and incorporate it into her future occupation. Shannon explained, “Just like in teaching Zumba, to have the confidence to get in front of a room of people, and do what you love, or just working with people that look up to me, will enable me to lead children just as well as I lead adults.” 19
MY STORY Vivian Hernandez learned about more than just a gym as she worked as a student employee at the CRWC.
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BEING RECOGNIZED Vivian Hernandez graduated with a double major
left a positive impression on those she is around
in Marketing and Management, a minor in public
led her to be hired in many positions for Campus
relations and achieved Cum Laude honors. Vivian
Recreation. It is because of these qualities that she
was a vital member to the campus recreation staff,
was honored with Employee of the Year. “During the banquet, finding out that I got Employee of the
Her desire to form relationships contributed
Year, my reaction was immediately tears of joy as I
to the positive work environment and made
hugged Kristen. It was a surprise that didn’t even
working at the CRWC all the more enjoyable.
settle in until a little afterwards. It was more than
“What I’ll remember the most is the friends and
just my name on a plaque, it was a realization that
relationships I have built (today is my last day). So,
I must have left some kind of impact.”
I’m going to start crying at around four because I
Despite her achievements, Vivian was always
did make a lot of new friends that I did not know
looking to learn more from those around her. She
both with peers my age, a little younger and also
always welcomed instructional advice from those
with the Pro Staff.”
who gave it. Vivian believes that an individual
Vivian’s work ethic and determination to make
should be well rounded, and strive to experience a
the CRWC a better place suited her well in Campus
variety of campus activities that will pave the way
Recreation. Her qualities as an individual who
for their success.
YOUR STORY
and left a lasting impression among her peers.
It was more than just my name on a plaque, it was a realization that I must have left some kind of impact. NEW CHAPTER Vivian's next step is at Target as an Executive
them in her leadership position with Target. The
Team Leader. She will take the lessons and skills
legacy she leaves behind will motivate Campus
she learned at Campus Recreation and apply
Recreation employees to continue a successful path.
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LOVE STORY In the exact place that Errol D'Souza and Karen Pinto developed their relationship, Errol got down on one knee and asked Karen to be his wife.
What better way to start off the rest of our lives together than to begin where it all first truly began.
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WHO THEY ARE
THE PROPOSAL
My name is Errol D’Souza, I am an alumnus of
Fast forward to 2015, after 3 years of dating, and
the University of Houston and graduated from
heeding Beyoncé’s words of advice, I decided to
the College of Technology with a Bachelor’s in
put a ring on it. When the question of where and
Electrical Power Engineering Technology degree.
how to propose came up, my first thought was
My Fiancé (and the love of my life) is Karen Pinto,
having it where we really got to know each other
she is also an alumna of the University of Houston
in the beginning, and where our friendship really
and graduated with a Bachelor’s in Science in
started to blossom. The answer was simple, our
Health with Health Promotion Emphasis and
dance practices at the UH Rec Center. What better
minor in Nutrition.
way to start off the rest of our lives together,
HOW THEY MET
figuring out what to say, putting together a collage of our pictures through the years, and
We first met through my brother and sister who
learning the words to one of our favorite songs
were close friends with Karen and her sisters at
to sing to her, I lured her to The Rec where we
the University of Houston. We became really good
used to practice and asked her the four words
friends when we both joined an Indian dance
that would change our lives forever. Needless to
group. This was an exciting time for the Indian
say... she said Yes!
YOUR STORY
than to begin where it all first truly began. After
Student Association as we competed at UH's first ever talent competition called Nasha in 2008. We used to practice almost daily at the Rec Center and would take the time in between breaks to get to know each other more. Practice was held in one of the rooms, and sometimes, if it was booked, we would use the common area next to the rec center offices. Our team ended up winning first place that year. I would say the practices at the Rec center were the most memorable and fun times that we had at UH together.
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PROGRAMS Campus Recreation offers 6 programs to aid in the development and well-being of our patrons. These programs include Fitness, Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, Aquatics, Informal Recreation, and Outdoor Adventure.
DESCRIBE CAMPUS RECREATION IN ONE WORD ACTIVE
AWESOME
FUN
FIT HEALTH
GREAT
GOOD
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HAS THE REC IMPROVED YOUR EXPERIENCE AS A UH STUDENT?
29.73% 66.89% 3.38%
PROGRAMS
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree
The Rec not only provides a great work environment but also promotes a healthy lifestyle. — Jewel Gallagher
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STATISTICS Through the CRWC, Campus Recreation is able to reach almost 70% of students on campus. All students are unique and are enticed to come to the gym through different programs offered.
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AQUATICS
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
SPORT CLUBS SUMMER CAMP
INTRAMURAL SPORTS
205
UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS
TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS
LIFE SAFETY COURSES
LIFE SAFETY COURSES
2,122 8,184
98
UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS
TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS
REGISTERED ACTIVITIES REGISTERED ACTIVITIES
165
UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS
TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS
TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS
CLIMBING WALL
CLIMBING WALL
ADVENTURE TRIPS
3,159 26,516
117
157
2,236
UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS
TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS
UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS
TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS
GROUP EXERCISE
GROUP EXERCISE
PERSONAL TRAINING
PERSONAL TRAINING
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NUMBER OF CLUBS
664
UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS
7,355
PROGRAMS
FITNESS
200
TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS
154
UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS
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ACTIVITIES OFFERED
1,009 3,584 26,505 NUMBER OF TEAMS
UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS
TOTAL PARTICIPATIONS
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IM SPORTS Almost 18 percent of all CRWC patrons also participate in Intramural Sports. Through participation in these sports, patrons have seen an increase in their communication skills, accountability, diversity awareness and conflict management/resolution.
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WHY DO PEOPLE PLAY IMS?
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
DIVERSITY AWARENESS
Competition
17.6%
93%
35%
100%
48%
58.2%
Moderately or Slightly Confident
Very or Extremely Confident
Moderately or Slightly Confident
Very or Extremely Confident
75.9%
PRIOR
AFTER
PRIOR
AFTER
Stress Relief
Physical Exercise
Social Aspects
ACCOUNTABILITY
CONFLICT MANAGEMENT/RESOLUTION
Fun/Enjoyment
87.34% Awards
26.5%
28%
100%
46% Moderately or Slightly Confident
Very or Extremely Confident
PRIOR
AFTER
PRIOR
AFTER
Moderately or Slightly Confident
Very or Extremely Confident
93%
PROGRAMS
56.9%
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FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING All Personal Trainers employed with Campus Recreation are certified through nationally accredited personal training courses.
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PT clients would recommend Personal
100%
Training through Campus Recreation to a friend and 88% would recommend
PT clients report that they enhanced
85%
their knowledge of health and fitness through working with a trainer.
their Personal Trainer to a friend.
PT clients who choose not to do so because they now feel
PT clients report feeling better about
55%
comfortable and knowledgeable
their self-confidence and body image because of working with a trainer.
enough to exercise on their own.
100%
PT clients agree that UH Personal Trainers are enthusiastic, encouraging, and motivating.
58%
PROGRAMS
87%
continue working with their trainer
PT clients report being better able to manage stress because of working with a trainer.
PT clients report feeling better
92%
PT clients report that working with a trainer helped them achieve their goals.
83%
about their physical health and 69% report feeling better about their mental health because of working with a trainer.
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SPORTS CLUBS There are 23 active Sports Clubs within Campus Recreation. These clubs compete nationally and internationally with other clubs of their sport.
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NEW CLUBS — Women's Lacrosse
EVENTS HOSTED
PROGRAMS
— Roarin' Raas
— Cougar DanceSport — Adaptive — Roaring' Raas
AWARDS & RECOGNITION - Serjio Brereda of Adaptive Athletics was honored with the 2015 Legacy Award
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SPECIAL PROGRAMMING Campus Recreation hosts a variety of special programming to increase student interest and involvement.
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PARTNERSHIPS — Student Housing & Residential Life — Student Life — Texas State Parks — UH Wellness — Campus Health
— UH Dance
EVENTS SGA Wellness Fair
During Wellness Week, hosted by SGA, Campus
Recreation hosted a Wellness Fair in the CRWC.
PROGRAMS
— Health & Human Performance
Fed Up Documentary Campus Recreation partnered with Student Program Board for the screening of the documentary Fed Up. Over 100 students attended the viewing.
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COMMUNICATIONS Campus Recreation uses a variety of platforms to communicate with patrons. Every year statistics are collected and changes are implemented to improve the connection.
IMPACT, PROGRAM & LEARNING OUTCOMES Patrons of the CRWC were asked to
Recreation for helping him/her lose
describe how Campus Recreation has
35 pounds since their admittance to
impacted their college experience.
the University. It is worth noting that
The qualitative data revealed that the
students identify that participation in
largest areas of impact are: physical
open recreation addresses two of the
health and/or fitness (25%); stress
top three non-academic barriers to
relief and mental health (19%); social
student success: stress (67%), sleep
wellness and connection to campus
quality (43%) and quantity (25%).
community (19%); having fun and/or
22% of respondents identify that
the availability to try new things (8%);
participation in open recreation has
and the development of habits and/or
positivity impacted their academic
lifestyle change (7%). One respondent
performance. 96% of respondents
wrote that the Campus Recreation
agree or strongly agree that using
and Wellness Center is “the only
the Campus Recreation and Wellness
place on campus that I’m stress
Center has improved their experience
free” while another credited Campus
as a UH student.
It's great to see the diversity of students dedicated to health & fitness. The variety of activities available have given me the chance to try new experiences in a safe environment. 40
HOW PATRONS FEEL THEIR PARTICIPATION IN OPEN RECREATION HAS IMPROVED VARIOUS AREAS OF THEIR LIFE:
66.67%
Self-Confidence
23.33%
Multicultural Awareness
67.33%
Stress Level
16%
Conflict Resolution
53.33%
Sense of belonging to UH
COMMUNICATIONS
59.33%
Friendships
84%
Overall Health
22%
Academic Performance
43.33%
Sleep Quality
1.33%
No Noticeable Improvements
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SOCIAL MEDIA Social media is a direct connection to the patrons of Campus Recreation programs and faciliites. The different social media platforms are used to connect with the patrons and keep them informed of all Campus Recreation has to offer. 42
AS OF TODAY WE HAVE...
2,765
FACEBOOK LIKES
NUMBER OF FOLLOWERS GAINED SINCE DECEMBER 401 likes
@UHCampusRecreation
1,831
457 followers
TWITTER FOLLOWERS @UHrecreation
AVERAGE AMOUNT OF ENGAGEMENT* PER MONTH
788
437
@UHrecreation
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INSTAGRAM FOLLOWERS
COMMUNICATIONS
353 followers
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402, 758 WEBSITE VIEWS uh.edu/recreation
*Engagement is the number of times followers have interacted with posts: likes, favorites, retweets, shares, etc.
EVENTS THAT GENERATED ENGAGEMENT - 30 days of Campus Recreation - Student Staff Appreciation week - Crawfish Boil - Pool opening 43
STRENGTHENING THE PRIDE