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For over 98 years, the Division of Recreational Sports has been a part of campus life. Nationally, the Division is recognized as one of the oldest and largest collegiate recreational sports programs in the country. What began as the Men’s Intramural Program expanded and evolved over decades to become one of the most popular programs on campus and an essential part of the Longhorn experience. Today, Recreational Sports features seven distinct program areas – Intramural Sports, Fitness/Wellness, Sport Clubs, Instructional, Outdoor Recreation, Civic Engagement and Informal Recreation. Wide ranging facilities offer over 500,000 square feet of indoor space and 40 acres of outdoor space.
The Division’s reach extends to students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, visitors and the general community who enjoy access to a comprehensive array of facilities, programs, services and special events. As testament to its popularity among students, 89 percent of the undergraduate population participates in RecSports and 96 percent say they would recommend RecSports to others. Overall, students and RecSports members accrue more than 3.75 million hours of participation annually while virtual visits to the RecSports website amount to one million each year.
As a unit of the Division of Student Affairs, RecSports supports and complements the University’s academic and public service objectives, assists in fulfilling its core purpose and values, and contributes significantly to the University’s disciplined culture of excellence. With these goals in mind, the Division partners with students, campus departments and agencies, as well as the general community, by hosting over 6,000 special events each year at RecSports facilities, including receptions, student orientations, meetings, dances, sports tournaments, college convocations, fundraisers and much more. In doing so, Recreational Sports provides environments that foster community building and creates opportunities that contribute to a personal sense of belonging. Meeting these objectives is essential to creating a sense of community among the diverse student population of more than 50,000 that inhabits the 350-acre main campus with 17 colleges and schools, and 24,000 faculty and staff.
As RecSports looks ahead to its 100th anniversary in 2016, it endeavors to continue to enrich the lives of students outside the classroom. It does so by promoting physical fitness, healthy habits and balanced behaviors, and by teaching meaningful life skills that cultivate involved and responsible citizens.
FacilitiesAnna Hiss GymBellmont HallCaven Lacrosse and Sports Center at Clark FieldGregory GymnasiumGregory Gym Aquatic ComplexPRC J. Neils Thompson Commons Rec CenterRecreational Sports CenterWhitaker FieldsWhitaker Tennis Courts
ProgramsCivic Engagement Fitness/WellnessInformal RecreationInstructionalIntramural SportsOutdoor RecreationSport Clubs
The Division of Recreational Sports embraces the University’s diverse campus culture by welcoming all ideas and perspectives, and by placing a high value on the dignity and personal growth of each individual. Recreational Sports is part of a Student Affairs community that enriches the learning environment by fostering diversity and practicing inclusiveness. The Division’s programs, services and facilities strive to provide meaningful opportunities to exchange ideas and explore differences in a respectful environment. RecSports welcomes individual expression and endeavors to create an atmosphere where human understanding, civility, and mutual respect are valued and demonstrated.
STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Divisional Overview 2014–2015
Vision, Mission, Values
OUR VISION: EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONSThe Division of Recreational Sports is committed to being the very best of its kind, an organization that continually advances the industry standard and leads the transformation of recreational sports programs nationwide. We envision a dynamic program that positively engages every student and member of The University of Texas community by offering diverse opportunities for the development and growth of the whole person.
OUR MISSION: COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCEAs a Student Affairs agency, Recreational Sports meets the ever-changing needs and interests of students and the campus community by providing programs, services and facilities that are comprehensive, inclusive and unsurpassed in quality. Through participation, we enhance the sociological, physiological and psychological well-being of each individual.
We create environments and opportunities that foster community, form lasting memories and instill a sense of belonging. We promote physical fitness, healthy habits and balanced behaviors, improving the overall wellness of participants. We teach students meaningful life skills, encourage personal achievement, and develop involved and responsible citizens.
In fulfilling this mission, we support and complement the institution’s academic and public service objectives, and make significant contributions to The University’s disciplined culture of excellence.
OUR VALUES: EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE BUILT UPON MUTUAL RESPECT
Our commitment to our customers:
QUALITYWe adhere to the highest standards, attend to every detail, utilize resources effectively and strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
SERVICEWe work diligently to earn the confidence and loyalty of our customers by providing a diverse, innovative and responsive program that focuses on participant satisfaction.
COLLABORATIONWe foster relationships and serve as good citizens of The University by partnering with students, campus agencies and the greater community to support projects and events.
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT We facilitate opportunities for learning, self-discovery, and leadership development through experiential education, teambuilding and role modeling.
COMMUNITYWe provide secure, accessible environments and diverse experiences that assist students in forging friendships, realizing a sense of belonging and improving self-esteem.
Our commitment to one another: INTEGRITYWe believe in honesty, fairness, and high ethical standards, embracing trust and respect as the foundation of our organization’s culture.
EXCELLENCEWe employ a knowledgeable and conscientious staff, and encourage professional development, staff achievement and a superior quality of work.
RESPONSIBILITYWe honor our commitments, and recognize that accountability and professionalism are essential components of an effective and interdependent team.
INVOLVEMENTWe promote an interactive and inclusive work environment that is dedicated to courteous behavior, consideration of others, mutual respect and the free exchange of ideas.
PROGRESSWe embrace innovation, creativity and imagination, resulting in a visionary approach to positive change and continuous improvement.
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Divisional Overview 2014–2015
Accounting/BudgetBusiness Operations
ContractsHuman ResourcesInternal Controls
UT Policies & Procedures
Capital ImprovementsInformal Recreation
MaintenanceSchedulingSupervision
Event Management
Publicity/PromotionsDevelopment
CommunicationsPublic Relations
AssessmentInformation Technology
Intramural SportsSport Clubs
Fitness/WellnessInstructional
Membership & Guest ServicesOutdoor Recreation
Youth CampsCommunity Outreach
Senior Associate Vice President & DirectorThomas W. Dison
Associate DirectorPete Schaack
Associate DirectorJennifer Speer
Business/Financial OfficerBev Wehmeier
Administrative ManagerEmily Pepper
Senior Assistant Director(Facilities & Instructional Program)
Erin Erford
Senior Assistant Director(Assessment & Communications)
Nicole Olmeda
Senior HumanResources Coordinator
Sarah Bubolz
Administrative Assistant(Programs & Facilities)
Colleen Waller
Assistant Director(Gregory Gym)
Ross Rodriguez
Office Manager(Business Office & Development Support)
Kyla Achard
Administrative Assistant (Memberships)
Lanay Kibodeaux
Assistant Director(Aquatics)
Aaron KrothFinancial Analyst
Van Nguyen
Office Manager(Facilities)
Robbie Reed
Senior Assistant Director(Facilities)
E.J. Patterson
Office Manager(Accounting)
Holly Doyel
Administrative Assistant(Facilities & Programs)
David Trotter
Assistant Director(Outdoor Satellites)
Dixon Hankins
Administrative Assistant(Accounting)
Sara Palacios
Assistant Director(Indoor Satellites)
Rachel Dybala
Assistant Director(Facilities)
Travis Hilterbran
Maintenance Worker IIISteve Mercer
Publicity/Promotions Coordinator
Sylvia Ramirez
Senior Graphics DesignerEric Thomas
Software Developer/AnalystRyan Becerra
Senior Assistant Director(Constituent Relations)
Bob Childress
Program Coordinator(Development Events)Dominique Alcala
Program Coordinator(Events)
Cecilia Lopez Cardenas
Senior InformationTechnology Manager
Derek Knight
Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
Clifton Murphy
Maintenance Worker IINathaniel Blaylock,
Quincy Hodges, Manny Torrez
Executive Assistant(Senior Associate Vice President & Director)
Nilka Campos
Senior Associate DirectorEric Stoutner
Special Assistant to the Senior AssociateVice President (Special Projects)
Michael Edwards
BUSINESS SERVICES PROGRAMS FACILITY OPERATIONS COMMUNICATIONS,ASSESSMENT & DEVELOPMENT
AREA SUPPORT STAFF
Associate DirectorRandall Ford
Senior Assistant Director(Intramurals)Darci Doll
Graduate AssistantChad Zimmerman
Assistant Director(Sport Clubs)
Jonathan Elliott
Graduate AssistantAshlee Miller
Senior Assistant Director(Fitness/Wellness)
Vacant
Assistant Director(Fitness/Wellness)
Chrystina Wyatt
Senior Assistant Director(Outdoor Recreation &Community Outreach)
Chris Burnett
Graduate AssistantEmily Abrams
Assistant Director(Membership & Guest Services)
Rhonda Cox
Assistant Director(Communications & Digital Media)
Vacant
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Organizational Chart 2014–2015
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Committees & Councils 2014–2015Each academic year, countless students, faculty and staff volunteer their time and energy on behalf of Recreational Sports in support of programs, activities and events. The Division extends its sincerest thanks and appreciation to all of these volunteers and takes this opportunity to acknowledge the members of its 2014–15 committees and councils.
Recreational Sports Advisory CommitteeSarfraz Khurshid, Ph.D.
Kathleen MableySarah MillerJane Moore
Keryn Pasch, Ph.D.Eli Sterbcow
Alex StolzbergAlexandra Trevino
Snehal Shingavi, Ph.D. (Chair)Gayle Timmerman, Ph.D. (Vice Chair)
Annjene BunyardJohn Clarke, Ph.D.
Jonathan Dingwell, Ph.D.Brian Doherty, Ph.D.
Jody Jensen, Ph.D.Xiaofen Keating, Ph.D.
Sport Club CouncilAlex Stolzberg, Men’s Ultimate (President)
Jaclyn Ramirez, Women’s Soccer (Vice President)Nick Franzese, FencingMax Grove, Wrestling
Margaret Harlow, TriathlonJonathan Lanford, Racquetball
Yu Lu, WushuRyan Sadrai, Men’s Volleyball
Tim Woodard, Sailing Club
Longhorn Run CommitteeAshley Allen (Director)
Charlie Adkins (Assistant Director)Dallas Cole
Ashley DetherageAbigail GriffinEvie Howard
Jessica HumphriesAlyssa Kahl
Bethany KelmCameron KerlKelli LeGrandeCharlie MooreJulianne PerryJamie Schultz Facility Operations Council
Emily BrookeColette CallanMichael Carek
Nalisia GreenleafSophie McComb
Yesi SilvaDustin SpeightHarry Watson
Intramural Sports CouncilEvan Baldwin
Emily BellBrandon Caporale McKenzie Edwards
Jonathan LehrmannNina Lemieux
Keldon LouAli Patel
Sane PicquetMatt Stubbs
Andrew TownsendAntonio Vintimilla
Party on the Plaza CommitteeSarah Beirne (Co-Chair)
Braydon Jones (Co-Chair)Adit Bior
Chris KudlaAlice Liu
Taylor PoussonKiefer Shenk
Liam Woolley-MacMathKenny Zingaro
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Student Personnel 2014–2015
Part-Time Assignments 954
Types of Jobs Available to Students 70
Wages Returned to Students $1,907,822
New Hires 426
FACTS & FIGURES
STUDENT EMPLOYEE DEMOGRAPHICS
HighlightsThe development of customer service skills is the life skill most significantly developed through UT RecSports employment
Aside from wages, developing job skills/resumé is the top reason employment is important to students
96 percent of student employees would recommend UT RecSports as a place to work to other students
36 percent of student employees have some other paid employment position in addition to their RecSports position
The most popular way students find out about employment opportunities with RecSports is through existing employees
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51% White
32% Hispanic
30% Junior
19% Sophomore
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2% Unknown
7% Graduate/Law
7% Asian orPacific Islander
8% Black
52% Female
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DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Facility Operations 2014–2015
PurposeFacility Operations provides supervised facilities and equipment for members of the University community to enjoy on a drop-in basis through the Informal Recreation Program. Facility reservations and event management services are also offered for groups and organizations to conduct meetings, tournaments and special events.
GoalsCompleted the renovation of activity spaces in Bellmont Hall and the Recreational Sports Center
Installed the Nike+ Leader Bar on the Gregory Gym concourse
Replastered the Outdoor Lap Pool and Spa
Hosted 6,883 special events in RecSports facilities
Top 5 Informal Recreation Activities
Facility Participation Hours 1,465,039
ID Cards Scanned – All Facilities 1,364,456
Gregory Gym Single Entry Counts 1,148,325
Gregory Gym ID Cards Scanned 1,065,553
Recreational Sports Center Single Entry Counts 324,136
Recreational Sports Center ID Cards Scanned 277,100
Equipment Checkout Transactions 198,004
HB/RB/SQ Court Reservations 11,022
Operating Hours Each Week – All Facilities 787
BY THE NUMBERS
PERSONNELProgram Assistants 12
Building Coordinators 60
Activity Supervisors 110
Head Lifeguards 20
Lifeguards 60
Weight Training
Basketball
Swimming
Conditioning
1
2
Soccer5
4
3
PurposeComprised of memberships, retail operations, towel service, lockers and massage services, Membership and Guest Services manages recreation facility access systems and provides amenities to students, faculty, staff and others affiliated with The University of Texas at Austin.
GoalsOffer a variety of convenient amenities that enhance the member experience
Generate income through the sale of memberships, products and services
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Membership & Guest Services 2014–2015
ANNUAL FEE UNITS SOLD
Faculty or Staff $308 2,316
Faculty/Staff Sponsored $308 235
Faculty or Staff Child/Senior Child $103 47
Retired Faculty or Staff $154 168
Retired Faculty or Staff Sponsored $154 56
Associate Member/Sponsored/Child $450 377
Community $540 497
Guest Passes $10/day 9,220
MEMBERSHIP
FEE UNITS SOLD
15-Minute $15 256
30-Minute $33 615
60-Minute $60 655
90-Minute $83 122
120-Minute $110 16
Mobile Massage Hours $60/hour 158 Hours/33 Events
Upgrades $5 266
MASSAGE SERVICES
ANNUAL MONTHLY SEMESTER UNITS SOLD
Lockers $90 $8 - 2,013
Student Lockers - - $30 3,657
Towel Service $66 $6 $24 3,478
GUEST SERVICES
SEMESTER FEE UNITS SOLD
Faculty or Staff Student $50 20
Student Sponsored $103 1,685
Student Child $34 17
Interim Student $103 1,392
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
PurposeComprised of group exercise, personal training and outreach programs, the Fitness/Wellness Program educates participants through programs that emphasize physical fitness and healthy lifestyle behaviors.
GoalsConduct classes that encourage active movement and proper exercise techniques
Provide outreach programs that develop an appreciation for physical activity and wellness
Provide staff development opportunities that cultivate leadership skills
Develop and encourage healthy body image awareness
HighlightsImplemented a Smart Pass in the spring to track group exercise participant attendance
Taught 177 custom group exercise classes to the UT community including the International Office and Women’s Varsity Swimming
Conducted four fitness classes for the Settlement Home in collaboration with the Civic Engagement program
25 Fitness/Wellness staff attended the annual TexFit Conference
FALL/SPRING FEE SUMMER FEE TOTAL SOLD TOTAL PARTICIPANTS
TeXercise $80 $60 2,575 43,083
Group Cycling $45 $30 320 4,517
Combo (TeXercise+Cycling) $110 $75 375 -
Aqua $20 $20 71 -
PRC $20 $20 13 -
PASSES
PARTICIPATIONTeXercise Instructors 86
Group Cycling Instructors 16
Certified Personal Trainers 21
Program Assistants 4
Program Coordinator 1
PERSONNEL
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Fitness/Wellness 2014–2015
TeXercise Classes Offered 3,162
Average Number of TeXercise Classes Offered Weekly 93
Group Cycling Classes Offered 689
Average Number of Group Cycling Classes Offered Weekly 18
Fitness Series Offered 6
Fitness Series Participants 27
Personal Training Sessions Purchased 4,911
Buddy Training Sessions Purchased 335
Small Group Training Sessions Purchased 55
Pilates Reformer Series Offered 47
Pilates Reformer Series Participants 155
Private Pilates Reformer Sessions Purchased 274
Private Classes Conducted 177
Private Class Participants 1,547
Special Events Conducted 29
Special Event Participants 5,817
Total Fitness/Wellness Participant Hours 61,989
PurposeThe Sport Club Program provides opportunities for students to participate in recreational and competitive non-varsity sports with an emphasis on leadership development.
PARTICIPANTS PARTICIPATION HOURS
Aikido 17 4,377
Archery 96 73,959
Badminton 23 6,738
Ballroom Dance 110 44,398
Baseball 26 11,964
Bass Team 13 1,662
Crew 78 44,547
Cricket* 13 -
Cycling 40 10,997
Dance Team 15 2,403
Fencing 47 17,412
Gymnastics 25 8,464
Handball 26 9,099
Ice Hockey 23 5,693
Japan Karate 13 2,912
Judo 22 4,532
Kendo 15 3,796
Lacrosse – Men’s 33 11,694
Lacrosse – Women’s 37 9,948
Powerlifting 41 18,161
Quidditch 67 19,290
Racquetball 22 5,347
Rock Climbing 47 13,167
PARTICIPANTS PARTICIPATION HOURS
Rugby – Men’s 53 20,292
Rugby – Women’s 25 10,236
Running Club 124 17,884
Sailing Club 36 6,894
Sailing Team 29 11,829
Soccer – Men’s 41 15,641
Soccer – Women’s 16 11,226
Table Tennis 35 10,368
Taekwon-Do (ITF) 24 4,760
Taekwondo (WTF) 55 7,954
Tennis 139 29,875
Trap and Skeet* 21 -
Triathlon 87 26,851
Ultimate – Men’s 61 26,078
Ultimate – Women’s 37 16,368
Volleyball – Men’s 25 7,123
Volleyball – Women’s 33 8,306
Water Polo – Men’s 19 5,495
Water Polo – Women’s 20 4,472
Water Ski 21 9,615
Wrestling 28 9,310
Wushu 28 6,727
CLUBS
Sport Clubs 45
Participants 1,806
Participation Hours 597,864
PARTICIPATIONSupervisors 11
PERSONNEL
CLUBS
GoalsDevelop effective leaders through Sport Club representative positions
Encourage a sense of community that promotes teamwork, skill development and lifelong friendships
Advise student representatives and provide resources and workshops for the effective administration of each sport club
Ensure compliance with RecSports and University risk management and business practices
HighlightsParticipated in and won the inaugural Longhorns-Aggies Sport Club Challenge donating over 60,000 ounces of canned food to the Capital Area Food Bank of Texas
Individual sport clubs participated inover 20 community service projects
UTSCA Council organized four leadership development meetings for sport club representatives and conducted the inaugural Sport Club Games held in the spring
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Sport Clubs 2014–2015
*Conditional Sport Club in 2014-2015
National ChampionsQUIDDITCH – International Quidditch Association World Cup WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL – National Collegiate Volleyball Association
National Tournament AppearancesBALLROOM DANCE – UCWDC Worlds: Country Dance World ChampionshipsBASEBALL – National Collegiate Baseball Association World SeriesBASS FISHING – Boat US Collegiate Bass ChampionshipsCREW – American Collegiate Rowing Association RegattaCYCLING – USA Cycling Mountain Bike Nationals; Road Race NationalsDANCE TEAM – American Dance Drill Team Nationals; National Dance Association NationalsFENCING – USACFC National Collegiate Fencing TournamentGYMNASTICS – National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs National ChampionshipsHANDBALL – USA Handball Collegiate NationalsJUDO – National Collegiate Judo Association ChampionshipsWOMEN’S LACROSSE – Women’s Collegiate Lacrosse Association National Championships POWERLIFTING – USAPL National Collegiate MeetRACQUETBALL – USA Racquetball National Intercollegiate ChampionshipsROCK CLIMBING – USA Collegiate Climbing SeriesRUNNING – National Intercollegiate Running Club Association ChampionshipsMEN’S RUGBY – USA Sevens Collegiate Rugby ChampionshipsWOMEN’S RUGBY – USA Sevens Collegiate Rugby ChampionshipsMEN’S SOCCER – NIRSA NCCS National Soccer ChampionshipsWOMEN’S SOCCER – NIRSA NCCS National Soccer ChampionshipsTABLE TENNIS – National Collegiate Table Tennis Association ChampionshipsTENNIS – USTA Tennis On Campus National ChampionshipsTEXAS TAEKWONDO – National Collegiate Taekwondo ChampionshipsTRIATHLON – USA Triathlon Collegiate NationalsMEN’S ULTIMATE – USA Ultimate Collegiate ChampionshipsWOMEN’S ULTIMATE – USA Ultimate Collegiate ChampionshipsMEN’S VOLLEYBALL – National Collegiate Volleyball Federation National ChampionshipsMEN’S WATER POLO – Collegiate Water Polo Association National ChampionshipsWATER SKI – National Collegiate Water Ski Association ChampionshipsWRESTLING – National Collegiate Wrestling Association ChampionshipsWUSHU – Collegiate Nationals
Conference/Regional ChampionsBASEBALL – Gulf Coast ConferenceFENCING – Southwestern Intercollegiate Fencing AssociationJUDO – Texas Collegiate State ChampionshipsWOMEN’S LACROSSE – Texas Women’s Lacrosse LeagueRACQUETBALL – Southern Collegiate Racquetball ConferenceMEN’S RUGBY – Southwest Conference Sevens WOMEN’S RUGBY – Southwest Conference SevensSAILING TEAM – SEISA Co-Ed Racing ConferenceMEN’S SOCCER – Texas Collegiate Soccer League Premier Division, NIRSA Region IVWOMEN’S SOCCER – Texas Collegiate Soccer League Central Division; NIRSA Region IVMEN’S WATER POLO – Texas Division
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Sport Clubs 2014–2015
FEE DIVISIONS LEAGUES TEAMS PARTICIPANTS OFFERED
Basketball $75 5 34 138 1,338 Fall
Flag Football $120 13 59 284 3,658 Fall
Soccer $120 9 50 247 3,259 Fall
Volleyball $120 7 47 238 2,417 Fall
Basketball $120 15 76 370 3,829 Spring
Flag Football $90 2 25 97 1,234 Spring
Indoor Soccer $90 2 25 96 1,032 Spring
Softball $120 9 39 196 2,734 Spring
Texas Cup Soccer $90 2 24 96 1,205 Spring
Ultimate $60 2 8 48 698 Spring
Water Volleyball $40 1 4 16 133 Spring
Basketball $75 1 3 12 103 Summer
Volleyball $75 1 2 10 108 Summer
SPORT LEAGUES
FEE DIVISIONS LEAGUES TEAMS PARTICIPANTS OFFERED
Basketball: 3v3 $30 2 4 4 11 Fall
Billiards $10 2 2 - 17 Fall
Dodgeball $40 1 4 16 126 Fall
Racquetball: Singles $15 3 7 - 29 Fall
Team Tennis $50 3 3 12 75 Fall
Tennis: Singles $15 2 4 - 19 Fall
Volleyball: 4v4 $40 1 7 28 171 Spring
Dodgeball $40 1 4 16 143 Spring
Handball $10 0 0 - 0 Spring
Kickball $50 1 4 16 199 Spring
Racquetball: Doubles $15 3 4 20 40 Spring
Tennis: Doubles $15 5 12 49 96 Spring
FEE DIVISIONS LEAGUES TEAMS PARTICIPANTS OFFERED
Rock Climbing $30 2 2 31 31 Fall
Golf Classic $75 1 1 12 24 Fall
Swim Meet $15 2 2 - 111 Fall
Table Tennis $10 2 2 - 17 Fall
Burnt Orange Golf Scramble $75 1 1 19 38 Spring
Track Meet $15 2 2 - 109 Spring
TOURNAMENTS
SPECIAL EVENTSGames Played 5,415
Teams 2,077
Participation Hours 115,420
Unique Participants 11,488
UTOA Games Officiated 544
PARTICIPATIONProgram Assistants 8
Sport Coordinators 1
Office Assistants 6
Supervisors 24
Officials 181
UTOA Officials 23
PERSONNEL
PurposeThe Intramural Sports Program provides competitive and recreational sport leagues, tournaments and special events that foster leadership, sportsmanship and education.
GoalsOffer employment opportunities and officials training where UT students develop essential job skills
Provide opportunities for building camaraderie and lifelong friendships
Encourage sportsmanship among peers during competitive sport contests
Encourage participation regardless of skill level
HighlightsParticipated in the Lone Star Intramural Showdown with Texas A&M University and won both the flag football and basketball competitions
Abby Haywood, intramural supervisor and office assistant, was selected as a finalist for the UT Student Employee of the Year
Implemented auto-generated playoff qualifiers lists resulting in time and wage savings and an elimination of data entry errors
Offered Flag Football Learn-to-Play clinic in cooperation with Longhorn Welcome
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Intramural Sports 2014–2015
PurposeComprised of Safety Certification and Aquatic Classes, the Instructional Program provides the campus community with non-credit edu-cational classes that teach the development and application of skills.
GoalsProvide affordable emergency response education and training programs to RecSports staff and the campus community
Offer sports and recreation classes that provide opportunities for participants to learn and enhance skills
HighlightsImplemented a new registration system for private swim lessons
Reconnected with the American Red Cross and established reduced pricing structure
Hosted four custom certification classes for the Dell Medical Center Youth Summer Camps
Aquatic Classes Offered 101
Aquatic Class Participants 436
Aquatic Class Participation Hours 2,089
Aquatic Instructors 16
Total Instructional Program Participants 982
Total Instructional Program Participation Hours 4,980
Safety Certification Classes Offered 78
Safety Certification Class Participants 546
Safety Certification Class Participation Hours 2,891
Safety Certification Instructors 21
PARTICIPATION
AquaticOFFERED PARTICIPANTS
Adult Beginner 28 81
Adult Intermediate: Front/Back Crawl 18 90
Adult Intermediate: Breaststroke 8 23
Adult Advanced 7 16
Coached Swim 11 31
Private Swim Instruction: 5 sessions - 19
Private Swim Instruction: 10 sessions - 19
Guardian and Child 6 45
Preschool 12 61
Youth 6 40
Swim Clinics 5 11
CLASSES
Safety CertificationOFFERED PARTICIPANTS
AHA CPR/AED 6 53
AHA First Aid 3 10
AHA CPR/AED/FA 12 95
AHA Instructor Training 2 14
RecSports Staff 11 153
ARC Lifeguard Prerequisite 25 65
ARC Lifeguard Training 9 42
ARC Lifeguard Instructor Training 2 9
ARC Water Safety Instructor Training 2 5
Custom 5 100
CLASSES
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Instructional 2014–2015
PurposeComprised of Adventure Trips, Wilderness Leadership, the Climbing Wall and the Rental Center, the Outdoor Recreation Program facilitates the development of character and leadership in students through participation in adventure experiences.
GoalsTeach students how to participate in wilderness recreation ethically and responsibly
Foster and encourage an appreciation of and a sense of responsibility to nature and the outdoors
Serve as the leader in providing the campus community with service learning opportunities that incorporate recreation and community service
Adventure Trips Offered 30
Adventure Trip Participants 243
Adventure Trip Participation Hours 13,220
Climbing Wall Participants 1,358
Climbing Wall Participation Hours 13,379
Equipment Rental Participants 781
Wilderness Leadership Participants 159
Wilderness Leadership Participation Hours 7,960
Total Outdoor Recreation Participants 2,541
Total Outdoor Recreation Participation Hours 35,340
PARTICIPATION
PERSONNELProgram Assistants 4
Climbing Wall Supervisors 9
Climbing Wall Instructors 9
Equipment Managers 11
Adventure Trip Guides 23
PASSES FALL SPRING SUMMER SOLD
Semester Passes $80 $80 $60 773
Day Passes $10 $10 $10 473
Adventure TripsDATE FEE
Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Caving: Inks Lake & Longhorn Caverns 9/27 $35/45
Hiking: Pedernales Falls SP 11/1 $35/45
Hiking: Enchanted Rock SNA 11/15 $35/45
Hiking: Guadalupe River SP 2/28 $35/45
Hiking and Caving: Enchanted Rock SNA 3/7 $35/45
Bouldering at Rogers Park 4/4 $45/65
Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Caving: Inks Lake & Longhorn Caverns 4/26 $35/45
Hiking: Enchanted Rock SNA 6/27 $35/45
Bat Flight Float: Lady Bird Lake 7/11 $30/40
Swimming and Hiking: Krause Springs 8/8 $30/40
DAY TRIPS
DATE FEE
Guide School Fall 2014 $350
Wilderness First Aid 11/15-11/16 $250
WFR Recertification 12/19-12/21 $300
Wilderness First Responder 1/3-1/12 $750
Wilderness First Aid 4/25-4/26 $250
Wilderness First Responder 7/17-7/28 $750
WILDERNESS LEADERSHIP
DATE FEE
Rock Climbing: Enchanted Rock SNA 9/26-9/28 $75/85
Sea Kayaking: Matagorda Island WMA 10/17-10/19 $75/85
Backpacking: Lost Maples SNA 10/24-10/26 $75/85
Backpacking: Lake Georgetown 11/7-11/9 $75/85
Rock Climbing: Reimers Ranch 2/6-2/7 $75/95
Sea Kayaking and Beach Camping: Padre Island National Seashore 2/6-2/8 $95/115
Camping and Caving: Colorado Bend SP 2/13-2/15 $85/105
Rock Climbing: Enchanted Rock SNA 2/20-2/22 $85/105
Backpacking: Lost Maples SNA 2/20-2/22 $85/105
Sea Kayaking: Matagorda Island WMA 2/27-3/1 $95/115
Canoeing: San Marcos River 4/3-4/4 $75/95
Backpacking: Lost Maples SNA 4/10-4/12 $85/105
Rock Climbing: Enchanted Rock SNA 4/10-4/12 $85/105
Camping & Tubing: Guadalupe River SP 4/17-4/19 $85/105
Canoeing: Colorado Bend SP 4/24-4/26 $85/105
WEEKEND TRIPS
DATE FEE
Backpacking: Guadalupe Mountains NP 11/26-11/30 $250/325
Backpacking: Caprock Canyon SP 12/17-12/20 $250/325
Backpacking: Hawaii Volcanoes NP 1/5-1/14 $750/800
Canoeing: Lower Canyons of the Rio Grande River 3/14-3/22 $750/800
Backpacking: South Rim of Big Bend NP 5/20-5/24 $250/350
EXTENDED TRIPS
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Outdoor Recreation 2014–2015
CLIMBING WALL
The Division of Recreational Sports believes that University of Texas at Austin students are active participants in their learning and development, and their acquisition of knowledge is fostered through a combination of study, reflection, dialogue, and action. The Civic Engagement Program creates opportunities for students to serve their community and support the mission of the Division of Student Affairs and the core values of the University.
Learning, discovery, freedom, leadership, individual opportunity, and responsibility are best learned when academic achievement is combined with hands-on experience. Our service projects are designed to bring awareness and give voice to social concerns that positively impact the community, educate students and provoke action beyond graduation.
For the ChildrenUtilizing the resources of the Outdoor Recreation Program, the Civic Engagement Program continues to serve the Helping Hand Home for Children, the Settlement Home for Children, and the Communities in Schools program to provide quality outdoor recreation experiences for underserved children in the Austin community.
Help the HomelessDuring the colder months, the Division sponsors this student-led initiative bringing food, clothing and shoes to the homeless population of Austin. This year, four events took place with over 1,200 breakfast tacos, 200 spaghetti dinners, 463 pairs of shoes and 500 pair of socks distributed to those in need through the Austin Resource Center for the Homeless (ARCH) and the Arbor Terrace Supportive Housing Facility managed by Caritas of Austin.
Environmental ConservationThe Environmental Conservation program focuses on local and regional environmental degradation issues. From planting trees to reforest Bastrop County, to removing invasive plant species from the Grand Canyon and re-habituating orphaned wolves in Colorado, to measuring water quality in Texas rivers, and even planting bluebonnets on campus, the environmental conservation projects conducted address the environmental degradation issues that matter most to students.
Settlement Home Events 19
Helping Hand Home Events 5
Communities in Schools Events 2
Volunteers 246
Total Service Hours 647
Help the Homeless Events 4
Volunteers 40
Total Service Hours 200
Environmental Conservation Events 12
Volunteers 264
Total Service Hours 3,465
LONGHORN STREAM TEAM WATER QUALITY
MONITORING TRIPSDATE(S) VOLUNTEERS TOTAL SERVICE
HOURS
San Marcos River 9/20 15 150
Lower Colorado River 10/4 15 150
San Marcos River 11/7–11/8 15 300
Rio Grande River 12/17–12/20 14 560
San Marcos River 2/14 15 150
Frio River 4/17–4/19 15 525
New Mexico 5/22–5/26 12 600
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION OUTINGS DATE(S) VOLUNTEERS TOTAL SERVICE
HOURS
Tree Planting in Bastrop, Texas 11/22 50 150
Seed Planting atBluebonnet Hill 12/6 30 150
Alternative Spring BreakBest Friends Animal Society andZion National Park
3/14–3/22 9 360
Seed Planting atBluebonnet Hill 4/12 34 170
River Clean-Up – Spring Lake in San Marcos, Texas 5/2 40 200
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Civic Engagement 2014–2015
Leadership TeamJoe Bill Watkins, Chair (1965,1968)R. Gordon Appleman (1959)Ann V. Brodnax (1978)Sylvie Crum (1974)Vance Duncan (1975)Kenneth B. Ford, Jr., M.D. (1965)René A. Garza (1974,1977)Bennett J. Glazer (1968)Howard Goldberg (1977)Randy Howry (1980)
W. Ed Junell, Jr. (1968,1971)Thomas O. McGarity (1974)Gigi T. Melrose (2005)Annie Holand Miller (1999,2004)Howard D. Nirken (1993,1997)J.W. Pieper (1960)Michael J. Tomsu (1982,1986)Linda Williams (1982)Mark J. Williams (1981)
InitiativesEXCELLENCE FUNDThese discretionary dollars allow RecSports to focus on quality, exceeding expectations, and providing students with the best and most comprehensive recreational sports program in the nation.
FOR THE LOVE OF THE FIELDFunds raised support the renovation of the Whitaker Sports Complex.
STUDENT EMPLOYEE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS RecSports is committed to raising funds to support the Division’s student employees.
MARK L. HART, JR. ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPSara Beirne, Jamie Schultz
THOMAS W. DISON ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPAbby Haywood, Rachel Schutte
ACACIA FRATERNITY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPAlondra Rodriguez
JOHN M. CHILDS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPCorey Schneider
SYLVIE & GARY CRUM ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPJesse Madden
DELTA TAU DELTA ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPLauren Hinds
KENNETH FORD FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPJohn Christian
BILL PATMAN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPRachel Landman
PHI GAMMA DELTA ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPJessica Vanover
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Jessica Clothier
CHARLES & CAROLYN SPENCE, JAMES & KATHRYN(SPENCE) NANCE, AND WILLIAM (SPENCE) & EDITH NANCE
ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP HONORING MICHAEL MONSOORAudranna Pennamon
DEDE AND JOE BILL WATKINS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPKaylie Brickman
Scholarship RecipientsAchievements & EventsCompleted the 8th year of a formal development program
Launched a new Friends of RecSports website –utrecsports.org/friends
Secured two major gifts for the Whitaker Fields Renovation Project
Established an endowment for the Handball Club
Conducted the largest Longhorn Run to-date with 3,596 runners
Conducted the 5th Annual Friends of RecSports Golf Tournament: Bob Childress Classic
DIVISION OF RECREATIONAL SPORTS
Development 2014–2015