The Best Thing You’ll Do on the First Day of Class
Are you still wondering what to do on the first day of the semester?
With the beginning of the school year approaching, you might begin feeling overwhelmed with things to do, people to see, and making plans during syllabus week. Fret no more— The Auburn Recreation and Wellness Center has you covered! Get ready to have a blast with us at our super fun event, Get Rec’d, packed with games, delicious food, and awesome prizes!
What activities will be offered?
Get Rec’d has many different games and activities that are tons of fun for everyone! Whether it is singing karaoke with your friends or bouncing in the inflatables, you are sure to find a fun game to participate in.
When and where will the event be held?
Get Rec’d will be held on August 16, 2023, in the Auburn Recreation and Wellness Center. There will be events offered in the main courts, and food vendors will be located in the MAC gym. Arrive early to snag a cool Auburn Recreation T-shirt! Our new purple tees will be given to the first 2500 participants.
Get your waivers signed!
Have you seen the signs? Auburn Recreation and Wellness Center will be enforcing a policy that requires all students to sign a waiver before entering the facility. This is to ensure your safety while enjoying activities at The Rec. To save yourself the trouble, get it signed as early as possible! Visit RWC Connect to sign the waiver. It only takes a few minutes to complete. Students who sign the waiver before Get Rec’d and can provide proof of completion will be able to enter through an “express” line.
Freebies!
Who doesn’t love free things? In addition to your new t-shirt, there will be free food and goodies from various local vendors! Get a taste of Auburn by sampling foods from a few of our favorite restaurants in town.
Looking for a club to join?
If you are ready to get involved in a new sport or activity, you have come to the right place! You can sign up for one of our 20+ clubs on the basketball courts. You can sign up for clubs such as lacrosse, volleyball, bass fishing, water polo, softball, soccer, and many more.
Apply for a job at Auburn Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
Are you currently on the lookout for a fantastic job opportunity on campus? We've got some awesome positions up for grabs, from group fitness instructors, and personal trainers, all the way to facilities attendants. There's bound to be a job that aligns with your interests!
You won't want to miss out on this fantastic night of fun, so make sure to join us! We can't wait to see you all there! Get Rec’d, and…
Be Well, Auburn.
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Born and raised in the small town of Clanton, Alabama, Lydia grew up eating peaches and cheering on the Auburn Tigers. Lydia’s parents are Auburn alumni, and they claim they began “brainwashing” her and her twin into attending Auburn University at an early age.
Lydia is a junior studying Business Marketing. Upon graduation, she hopes to live somewhere in the beloved south and work in the jewelry industry.
When she is not working or attending class, you can find her taking long power walks around Auburn, attending a workout class, or watching Wheel of Fortune.
Her favorite things include Starbucks, Hokas, her family, and her Apple Watch. Lydia’s goal for her remaining years at Auburn University is to continue growing as a person so she can become the best version of herself and serve those around her to the best of her ability.
