Rec Highlights | Recreation - Division of Student Affairs

The Sonny Werblin Recreation Center is now closed for summer maintenance until August 25.
The College Avenue Gym and Cook/Douglass Recreation Center are now open.
All Recreation Centers will operate on our Welcome Week schedule from Tuesday, August 25 through Monday, September 7.

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May 11

Congratulations to the 2026 Recreation Award Recipients

Congratulations to the 2026 Recreation Awards Recipients!

May 7

Congratulations to the Ed Levy Golf Scholarship Recipie

We are pleased to congratulate the 2026 Ed Levy Golf Scholarship recipients!

Apr 29

Rutgers University– New Brunswick Walking and Running M

Recreation Walking / Running Campus Maps

Apr 9

Why Swim Lessons Are a Lifesaving Skill for Kids in New

Summer in New Jersey means beach days, pool time, and family fun, but it also brings an increased risk of water-related incidents. That’s why water safety for kids should be a top priority for families across NJ. One of the most effective ways to keep children safe is through swimming lessons.

Mar 24

Recreation Employee Excellence: Spring 2026

Congratulations to all of the Spring 2026 Employee Excellence winners for their dedication to making Recreation an amazing place!

Mar 1

Top Five Running Routes at Rutgers University, New Brun

Rutgers University, New Brunswick campus has many outdoor running options.

Feb 17

Club Sports Fall 2025 Highlights

Congratulations to the Rutgers Club Sports Teams on all of their outstanding achievements during the Fall 2025 Semester!

Dec 4

Congratulations to the Fall 2025 Bench Press Club Membe

Rutgers Recreation is thrilled to celebrate the Bench Press Club Members for the Fall 2025 semester!

Nov 13

RWJBarnabas Health Helps Make the Rutgers Big Chill 5k

Every year, the Rutgers community, comprising students, staff, alumni, and families/friends, comes together to spread the holiday spirit and make a positive impact on those in need. Sponsors such as RWJBarnabas Health make this race possible by offering their generosity and support.

Nov 7

Fall 2025 Student Manager Spotlight

We’re celebrating the student leaders behind the scenes at Rutgers Recreation! From motivating their teams to ensuring every program runs smoothly, our Student Managers are the heart of the Rec experience.

Oct 17

Fall 2025 Recreation Graduate Intern Spotlight

Rutgers Recreation is proud to highlight our 2025–2026 Graduate Interns — Anna Boakye, Anna Lasek, Julia Ruditsky, and Chanel White! These talented graduate students are gaining real-world experience in leadership, communication, and operations across our Intramural Sports, Club Sports, and Facility Management programs.

Jul 23

Gold Standing for Exercise is Medicine for the 2025 year

Rutgers University Earns a Gold Standing for Exercise i

Rutgers University–New Brunswick has once again earned a Gold Level recognition from the American College of Sports Medicine’s Exercise is Medicine® On Campus program for 2025. Rutgers has maintained Gold Level standing since 2018. This program is a collaboration between the Division of Student Affairs and the Department of Kinesiology and Health.

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