Kent State University Recreation and Wellness Services

Kent State University Recreation and Wellness Services We are committed to enhancing the health and wellness of the community we serve through exceptional programs, learning opportunities, services and facilities.
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A trip down memory lane. Take a look back at some of the previous Black Squirrel Race particpants! Grab some friends and...
03/06/2026

A trip down memory lane. Take a look back at some of the previous Black Squirrel Race particpants! Grab some friends and family and this could be you April 11th! Sign up today! 💙

Apply to this summer job opportunity at the KSU Rec Center! Become a PEAK Summer Camp Counselor! Responsibilities inclu...
03/03/2026

Apply to this summer job opportunity at the KSU Rec Center! Become a PEAK Summer Camp Counselor!

Responsibilities include:
✅ Lead and participate in daily activities and games
✅ Maintain clean activity spaces
✅ Ensure campers safely move between locations
✅ Supervise campers to maintain a fun and safe environment
✅ Encourage and support weekly learning outcomes

Apply on handshake by April 2nd!

03/03/2026

Get ready for Black Squirrel 5k & 1-mile walk/run/roll on April 11th! 🏃‍♀️💙

Sign up through the link in our bio!

Interested in kayaking? Come learn the basics at our Pool Kayak Clinics! 🩵💕 ...
03/02/2026

Interested in kayaking? Come learn the basics at our Pool Kayak Clinics! 🩵💕 📅Thursday February 19-Thursday April 30th 7-9 pm 💲$7
🛶Pre-registration REQUIRED by the Wednesday before each program. 🫧Participants may bring their own boats via the loading dock stairs and back entrance as long as the boats are FULLY CLEANED before entering the pool. If you don't own a boat, one will be provided for you to use.

Spring break is NEXT WEEK! Take time on your break to unwind at the Rec Center with our updated facility hours. Sunday: ...
03/02/2026

Spring break is NEXT WEEK! Take time on your break to unwind at the Rec Center with our updated facility hours.

Sunday: Closed
Monday - Friday: 5:30 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday: 8 am - 5 pm

Have a great spring break!

Dearest Gentle Reader,It has come to this author’s attention, that the most esteemed members of society have been spotte...
02/27/2026

Dearest Gentle Reader,

It has come to this author’s attention, that the most esteemed members of society have been spotted at a curious establishment, the Kent State Recreation and Wellness Center. 🪶📜

REMINDER!! Nominations for the Patron Impact Award close on March 2nd! 🏅💙Nominate a staff member who: ✅ Made you feel we...
02/23/2026

REMINDER!! Nominations for the Patron Impact Award close on March 2nd! 🏅💙

Nominate a staff member who:
✅ Made you feel welcome or supported
✅ Provided you with excellent customer service
✅ Helped you reach your wellness goals
✅ Turned a tough day into a better one
✅ Went above and beyond when it mattered

Your nomination will be shared with the student employee. Thank you for your time and effort in nominating a student employee!

Nominate here 🔗: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Sm-g5cQeAU2Pc-fdFfJhNEiG3MES8HVKpJO_YyuXDGFUNlNYVlVCWjVWM1FCQzZOV0QyWERHU1BMMCQlQCNjPTEu&route=shorturl

Spring Reset in Full bloom it's the perfect time to refresh your fitness routine. Explore the Rec Center's lineup and ge...
02/23/2026

Spring Reset in Full bloom it's the perfect time to refresh your fitness routine. Explore the Rec Center's lineup and get moving 🗓️ 🌸

🎯 Aim. Shoot. Have fun. 🎯Ready to try something new? Join us for an Archery Clinic at the SRWC! 🏹Learn the basics from o...
02/20/2026

🎯 Aim. Shoot. Have fun. 🎯

Ready to try something new? Join us for an Archery Clinic at the SRWC! 🏹
Learn the basics from our Adventure Center staff and test your skills with fun archery games—no experience needed.

📅 Saturday, March 21
⏰ 1–3 PM
📍 SRWC Multipurpose Gym
💲 $10

Spots won’t last—grab yours and take your shot!

Get excited for the Black Squirrel 5K & 1-Mile Walk/Run/Roll 2026! 🐿️💙 Join us on April 11th for the race named after Ke...
02/17/2026

Get excited for the Black Squirrel 5K & 1-Mile Walk/Run/Roll 2026! 🐿️💙

Join us on April 11th for the race named after Kent State University’s unofficial mascot! The traditional 5k course is a loop that takes you through the campus via the Esplanade. A few small hills adds to the experience but be on the lookout for the infamous black squirrels!

💕Use Promo code: Love2Run through February 21st to get $5 off!

Register through the link in our bio!
OR through our website!

Hey flashes! Get involved this week with some amazing programs! 💙💪
02/15/2026

Hey flashes! Get involved this week with some amazing programs! 💙💪

Will you be a graduate student at Kent State University this fall? Are you passionate about wellness and/or intramural s...
02/12/2026

Will you be a graduate student at Kent State University this fall? Are you passionate about wellness and/or intramural sports & recreation?

Join the RecWell team! Kent State Recreation and Wellness Services is now hiring a Graduate Assistant in Well-Being AND a Graduate Assistant in Competitive Sports to support health initiatives, intramural sports operations, and student staff development. These positions offer hands-on experience in program management, assessment, and leadership.

Apply on Handshake by Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST. Applicants who are not currently enrolled at Kent State University may submit their resume and cover letter via email to Jeff Kingery, Coordinator of Student Personnel, at jkinger2@kent.edu by the application deadline.

Address

1550 Ted Boyd Drive
Kent, OH
44242

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 5:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 5:30am - 10pm
Thursday 5:30am - 10pm
Friday 5:30am - 8pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 8am - 7pm

Telephone

+13306724732

Website

https://linktr.ee/ksusrwc

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