RECognition: Jalen Madjidi, Outback Adventures The latest edition of our monthly RECognition series where we highlight our amazing staff By Shawn Cyr Assistant Marketing Director Whether he’s on a trip leading an Outback Adventure or climbing rocks — a new obsession — Jalen Madjidi can usually be found outside, particularly in the mountains (whenever […]
RECognition: Galvin Fickes, Outback Adventures
RECognition: Galvin Fickes, Outback Adventures Welcome to the first installment of our new RECognition series in which we’re celebrating our amazing Recreation staff. Each month, we’ll select a few students from a different area of REC to profile and share their stories. For September, we’re shining a light on three of our fabulous student […]
10 Reasons to Join a Sports Clubs Team
10 Reasons to Join a Sports Clubs Team For some, joining a Sports Clubs team is a natural way to make new friends in a new and unknown environment. For others, it’s a way to de-stress, socialize, and buoy their mental health. Others still come on board to develop as a leader and athlete […]
2024 Welcome Week REC Events: What You Need to Know
Welcome Week REC Events: What You Need to Know UC San Diego students report the top benefits of participating in recreation programs include improving their emotional well-being and stress reduction. For newcomers, Welcome Week events are a great way to connect with others and become familiar with the wide range of programs offered by […]
Surf Team Celebrates 55th Anniversary
Surf Team Celebrates 55 Years of Memories at Black’s Beach Long after the tide has gone out and the sun has retired beneath the sea for the day, what members of the UC San Diego Surf Team remember most aren’t necessarily the breathtaking waves they rode or the national championships they won. No, years […]
2023-2024 Sports Clubs and Esports Award Winners
2023-2024 Sports Clubs and Esports Award Winners There were brightly colored balloons, inflatable disco balls, and enormous Rubix cubes everywhere. The decor was ’80s-themed and the smiles were ear-to-ear as standout UC San Diego athletes, teams, and coaches were honored at the 2023-2024 Sports Clubs and Esports Banquet on June 7, 2024. Here is […]
Meet REC’s Certification Faculty
Meet REC’s Fitness Certification Faculty Written By: Rachel Ribeiro and Shawn Cyr BRENNA JOYCE Group Fitness Instructor Program Faculty Brenna Joyce holds a Master’s degree in Kinesiology from SDSU and a Bachelor’s degree in French Literature from UC San Diego. Brenna holds certifications from UCSD Extension in Exercise Science and Fitness Instruction and is […]
UCSD Dance Breaks Team Record & Celebrates National Dance Week
UCSD Dance Breaks Team Record & Celebrates National Dance Week Written By: UCSD Dance Team This season, the UC San Diego Dance Team placed second overall in the D1 Jazz Category at United Spirit Association’s Dance Nationals in Anaheim, California. Drawing teams from across the Western hemisphere and beyond, collegiate and high school teams compete […]
Recognizing the 2023-2024 Esports Scholarship Recipients
Recognizing the 2023-2024 Esports Scholarship Recipients Written By: Chris Griebenow For the past three years, UC San Diego has been supporting students that have shown their devotion to the gaming and esports communities on campus with our Esports Scholarship. This year, 13 students will receive a $1,500 scholarship made possible by our stellar supporting cast […]
