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Recreation and Sport Operations Strategic Plan

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Mission

We provide comprehensive, student-centered recreational experiences through operational excellence and sustainable stewardship that support wellbeing, enhance academic learning, and foster equitable access, engagement, and a strong sense of belonging.

Vision

Recreation and Sport Operations is a leader in the advancement of recreation and sport, educating and inspiring students through inclusive, high-quality experiences that expand access, foster belonging, enhance student learning and promote lifelong health and wellbeing.

Values

Student Learning + Enrichment
Wellbeing + Student Success
Collaboration + Partnership
Stewardship + Sustainability
Leadership + Professional Growth
Inclusiveness + Belonging

Pillar One: Student Success, Belonging and Wellbeing

Purpose

Advance student success through recreation experiences that promote wellbeing, leadership development, meaningful connection, and lifelong healthy behaviors.

Scope of This Pillar

This pillar focuses on student growth outcomes that directly support UW–Eau Claire’s mission to foster student learning and success, including:

Student success and persistence
Holistic wellbeing
Sense of belonging and connection
Leadership development
Student employment
Experiential learning opportunities

Strategic Priorities

Cultivate student connection, community, belonging, and persistence through participation in recreation programs and activities
Support holistic wellbeing through intentional, inclusive programming and accessible recreational opportunities
Develop student leadership and transferable skills through employment, training, and involvement experiences
Demonstrate Recreation’s impact on student development and success through ongoing assessment and data-informed decision making

Pillar Two: Operational Excellence and Sustainable Stewardship

Purpose

Provide high-quality facilities, programs, and operational systems that responsibly support a safe, efficient, and sustainable recreation experience for the UW–Eau Claire community over the long term.

Scope of This Pillar

This pillar focuses on the infrastructure, resources, and delivery systems essential to sustaining recreation services and supporting institutional priorities. Key areas include:

Facilities and equipment
Fiscal responsibility and resource management
Operational effectiveness
Strategic planning
Environmental and organizational sustainability

Strategic Priorities

Maintain safe, functional, and welcoming recreation facilities that support diverse user needs
Utilize data-informed decision making to enhance services, optimize operations, and guide continuous improvement
Plan strategically for long-term facility, staffing, and equipment needs
Ensure responsible fiscal stewardship through sustainable budgeting, resource allocation, and cost-effective practices

Pillar Three: Access and Engagement

Purpose

Create inclusive opportunities and welcoming environments that expand access to recreation, strengthen community connections, and support the wellbeing and engagement of all students.

Scope of This Pillar

This pillar emphasizes community-focused and access-driven outcomes that support UW–Eau Claire’s commitment to belonging, engagement, and inclusive excellence. Key areas of focus include:

Inclusion and equity
Access to recreation opportunities
Student engagement
Strategic partnerships
Campus and community connection

Strategic Priorities

Reduce barriers to participation by creating multiple pathways for engagement
Foster welcoming and inclusive environments that promote a strong sense of belonging
Expand partnerships across campus and within the broader community to support inclusive programming and enhance the student experience
Increase awareness of recreation opportunities among diverse student populations
Design and offer experiences that engage students who are less likely to participate in traditional recreation programs

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