Recreation and Wellness
Departmental Mission and Values
The office of Recreation and Wellness provides opportunities for St. Edward’s University to enhance our holistic well-being. We help students, faculty, and staff thrive in a safe, informed, and inclusive community. Through participation in our programs, our campus will cultivate an appreciation for healthy lifestyles, meaningful relationships, leadership development, and a positive lifelong attitude toward holistic well-being.
Operating Values
Excellence
We serve our community with the highest standards of care, compassion, and knowledge to provide a positive experience
We take pride in our programs and facilities
We cultivate partnerships across campus to enhance the student and employee experience
Inclusivity
We value the dignity of all individuals and identities
We strive to provide programming and facilities that can be enjoyed by all
We recognize power and privilege and leverage that recognition to elevate others
Development
We empower student employees and leaders to take responsibility for our programs
We cultivate leadership by having the courage to take risks and learn from our mistakes and successes
We facilitate opportunities for co-curricular learning, self-discovery and an appreciation for holistic well-being through experiential education
Safety
We provide programs and facilities that encourage safe activity, fun, community engagement, and a sense of belonging
We cultivate an environment that is safe for everyone to be their authentic self
We deliver resources that reduce barriers to student success
LiveWellSEU
Wellness is a lifelong pursuit that allows you to thrive in all areas of your life. At St. Edward’s, our LiveWellSEU initiative is our commitment to supporting every Hilltopper’s wellness journey in ways that nurture the mind, body and spirit, and help us live our best life.
8 Dimensions of Well-being
On the hilltop, you have access to resources, services and programs that support all dimensions of your wellbeing. Below, let’s take a look at each dimension and explore how you can learn, grow and live well in every aspect of your life.
Intellectual
Social
Emotional
Physical
Financial
Spiritual
Environmental
Vocational
RAC and Alumni Gym Hours of Operation
Summer 2024
| Day | RAC | Alumni Gym |
|---|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 7:00pm | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED |
*These hours apply for the following dates: May 13 - August 16.
**Closed on the following: Memorial Day (May 27), Juneteenth (June 19th) and Independence Day (July 4)
Be sure to visit our Facilities and Informal Recreation page for details on how students can access the RAC to use the Fitness Center and other facilities. We are not offering community memberships at this time. Only current St. Edward's University students, faculty, staff, alumni and spouses may maintain a membership (alumni and spouses require membership purchase plan). All others must be a sponsored daily guest or are not permitted in the facility.
Requesting RecWell partner programs
Interested in a weight room orientation for your group? A custom GroupX class? A health education workshop? Don't Cancel Class for academic instructors? RecWell wants to come to you and support you and your needs. If you are interested in partnering with any area of RecWell, you can request our team to create a custom experience for you.