Mission, Vision, and Values

RecSports is the Recreational Sports Department at the University of Tennessee. It is a department of the Dean of Students Office and serves students, faculty, and staff of the university community by providing a wide variety of programs and well-maintained facilities for almost any sport or fitness oriented person.

RecSports has a number of programs including Fitness, Aquatics, Intramurals, Outdoor Recreation, Sport Clubs, and much more. RecSports allows for friendly competition, fitness training, and sport to all members of the University community.

The mission of the RecSports Department is to provide and promote opportunities for wellness and healthy lifestyles through education and service to The University of Tennessee community.

The vision of the RecSports Department is to satisfy varying degrees of interest in cooperative and competitive activities and to design recreational activities that promote health and wellness, social and cultural interaction, professionalism, leadership and technological development. These elements are essential for enhancing and contributing to a positive self image and the academic experience at the University of Tennessee.