The mission of the Rutgers-Newark Department of Athletics and Recreation
is to provide University constituencies, including students, faculty,
staff, alumni, and the community at-large with a diverse range of
programs and activities to enhance the overall quality of life and
participation in the “Rutgers Experience”.
The department mission supports the Rutgers-Newark tradition of
providing a “first-rate education to students of modest means,
to first-generation college attendees, and to students of diverse
racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds.” The program addresses
the varied interests of constituents participating in intercollegiate
competition, practices, and instruction as well as social and tournament
play.
The Rutgers-Newark intercollegiate athletics program gives undergraduate
students an opportunity to participate and represent their institution
in competition while providing all constituencies the chance to
witness and support on-campus events. The athletics program provides
the campus community with a high degree of visibility, enhancing
the stature of the institution and its programs while conducting
affairs within the moral and ethical principles of the University
and the spirit of fair play. Rutgers-Newark is committed to providing
its student-athletes with qualified professionals and facilities
to support their athletic endeavors, and experienced educational
support to enhance their academic progress, regardless of sport
or gender. The department places the welfare of the student above
any consideration, with the primary concern being the overall development
of the participant, leading to the completion of a degree.
The Rutgers-Newark recreation program offers a multitude of programs
designed to encourage participation and enhance individual health,
wellness and overall quality of life. The programs and activities
offered are designed to enhance institutional and community relationships,
emphasizing the educational, health, social and recreational values
of individual and competitive sports.
Athletics facilities, utilized by varsity sports and recreation,
are available to all members of the Rutgers community. The facilities
complement the diversified program offerings. Rutgers-Newark pledges
to provide its constituencies modern facilities and equipment in
sufficient numbers that conform to optimum standards for health
and safety.
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