ATHLETICS
The university encourages intercollegiate athletics and intramural sports. Intercollegiate
athletics and intramural sports are integral parts of the university program which
attempts to carry out the overall aims and purposes of the university.
Intercollegiate Sports: Policies governing the intercollegiate athletic program are established by the Faculty
Committee on Athletics. The university is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic
Association and competes at the Division I level as a member of the Southland Conference.
The purpose of the program is to provide students with the opportunity to engage in
competitive activities that aid in the development of skills, good sportsmanship,
leadership, self-discipline and improved community relations.
In order to participate in the varsity athletic program and receive athletically-related
aid, a Southeastern Louisiana University student must conform to the applicable rules
of the Southland Athletic Conference (SLC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association
(NCAA). In addition, the student-athlete must demonstrate good academic standing by
being enrolled in twelve (12) or more hours, and demonstrate satisfactory progress
by fulfilling the requirements of NCAA By-Law 5, as stated in the NCAA Manual.
Recreational Sports and Wellness: The Recreational Sports and Wellness Department provides a comprehensive recreation,
wellness and intramural sports program and safe facilities for the students, faculty,
staff and guests. The Claude B. Pennington Jr. Student Activity Center, located on
the corner of General Pershing and University Avenue, houses four full basketball
courts, two aerobic dance rooms, a large meeting room with demonstration kitchen,
and a 1/8 mile indoor jogging track.
A variety of fitness and health programs are offered by the department, providing
you the opportunity to follow a healthier lifestyle. Come improve your health by participating
in one of our group fitness classes such as: Tai Chi, spin, core, etc. or by working
with one of our exceptional personal trainers or our nutritionist.
Sports offered through the Intramural Sports program provide "something fun for everyone."
You can join the fun by signing up for one of our competitive leagues or by just enjoying
the leisure side of things. Attending Late Night Southeastern, playing pick-up games
or relaxing in the sauna are some of the many leisure activities the facility has
to offer.
North Oak Park, located just north of the Student Activity Center, is 32 acres with
a beautiful pond, one- mile paved, walking track, fitness stations, four multi-purpose
fields, three lit fields, a concession area, picnic huts and a playground. The park
is home to Recreational Sports and Wellness' intramural program and the Lady Lions
Softball team.
In order to provide all of its services and programs, the department hires more than
50 student employees each semester. We invite all interested, elite students who have
a positive attitude and enjoy people to apply for employment with the department.
RSW student employees are the key guest relations managers and help the department
provide fun programming, efficient services and most importantly, quality customer
service.
For more information about student worker positions, programs, services and facilities
go to their website or stop by the Pennington Center control desk.
