Student Recreation Center

Transcript

Wellness is becoming more and more of a priority on college campuses, and UC Riverside offers a state of the art recreation center to help students embrace this wellness. We’re gonna hear from Alfred, a psychology and sociology double major from Taiwan, and learn what it is about the recreation center here that really motivated him to use its services. Alfred, please take it away.

– Thanks, Alex. Hello, everyone. My name is Hong Yi, and I go by the name Alfred as well. I was born and raised in Taipei, Taiwan. I was an international student who transferred to UCR during my junior year. I came here to pursue a path of becoming a clinical psychologist. Although I study psychology, the brain is not the only thing that I care about. Physical self-care and wellbeing are crucial parts of my lifestyle, and UCR has just the right place for me. The Student Recreational Center has been the most indulging spot since the moment I came here. This enormous space contains all the equipments you need for weight training and cardio. My favorite thing to do after a long day of class is to take a walk on the treadmill, while bathing in the sunlight and listening to inspiring words on podcast. It always helps me to reset my mind and shake off all the stress. Do you like competitive sports? We’ve got you covered. The SRC not only contains several multi-purpose courts for indoor basketball, soccer, and badminton, but it also provides space for rock climbing, yoga classes, tennis, and many other physical activities. Finally, only what’s better than enjoying an outdoor pool under the hot sun in California? Whether it’s recreational swimming or lap swimming, just look at how much space you’ve got out here. I always like to take a 30 minute dive whenever the weather heats up. It is the most soothing experience you can get here at UCR. With such a comprehensive facility, UCR allows me to cultivate my physical wellbeing so I’m always in my best state while pursuing my goals. I cannot be more proud to be a Highlander. Back to you, Alex.

– Wow, Alfred, that facility looks impressive. I bet incoming students can’t wait to start working out there. From being physically well to keeping mentally and emotionally well, UCR has all the services a student would need for their holistic support, so thank you, Alfred, for sharing some resources for students to take advantage of. Thanks again.