UTC Campus Recreation
Core Values
Student Centered - Prioritizing the student in every decision, program, and investment to create a stronger future.
Welcoming - Encouraging an environment free from the fear of judgement, that greets and uplifts every person who enters.
Growth - A commitment to the enrichment and transformation of the whole person through physical, mental, and social experiences.
Community - Recreation that goes beyond activity, into a shared space, purpose, and experience that shape the individuals who support, influence, and care for one another.
Fun - Cultivating joy and play by encouraging challenge by choice and celebrating achievements.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide the student body with programs, opportunities for growth, and fun to create a community worth investing in.
Vision Statement
We are the heartbeat of campus. We empower students to build lifelong wellbeing, reaching their full potential.
UTC Campus Recreation Milestones:
- 1931 - The first organized Intramural Sports programs started between UTC Greek organizations
- 1961 - Maclellan Gym Opened
- May 25th, 1976 - The DeSales Harrison Racquet Center opened. At the time of opening, the racquet center had the largest seating capacity of any racquetball facility in the country.
- October, 1977 - UTC Outdoor Club was founded
- 1983 - UTC Rowing Club was founded
- 1996 - SGA President Marty Bell introduced the concept of the Aquatic and Recreation Center
- 1999 - UTC transitioned from individual clubs to a formal Campus Recreation program
- April 30th, 2007 - Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Aquatic and Recreation Center
- August 19th, 2009 - Phase 1 of the Aquatic and Recreation Center was completed
- August 19th, 2011 - Phase 2 (the natatorium) of the Aquatic and Recreation Center was completed
- November 9th, 2018 - UTC Sports Complex Opened
- December 2018 - UTC Tennis Complex Opened
- January 2019 - UTC Campus Recreation's Belong Campaign launched
If you have any questions about Campus Recreation
please contact UTC Campus Recreation:
Phone: (423) 425-4213
Email: [email protected]
Explore the Value of
Campus Recreation:
Academic Success: Campus Recreation is an integral component of the student experience that develops and reinforces the personal characteristics which lead to academic success.
Professional & Leadership Development: Participation and employment in Campus Recreation serves as a potent vehicle through which transferable jobs skills are developed and prepares students for success in the Campus Rec profession and other fields.
Recruitment & Retention: Participation in Campus Recreation as well as the availability of recreation programs and facilities are factors that influence student matriculation and graduation.
Engagement & Belonging: Campus Recreation provides individuals with the opportunity to build and belong to a community and engage with others.
Physical Health: Campus Recreation participation leads to the development of lifelong, physically active habits and improved health outcomes for participants.