Student Recreation Center
Student Recreation Center

Student Recreation Center
This campus recreation facility offers the students, faculty, staff, and guests of Vincennes University an outstanding opportunity to participate in a wide variety of indoor/outdoor recreational activities.
Recreation Center Hours
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Monday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
Tuesday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
Wednesday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
Thursday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
Friday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
Saturday | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
Sunday | 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. |
All times are shown in ET. Vacation / Holiday hours may vary. Schedules will be posted accordingly.
Special events/reservations must be approved through the VU Reservations online system.
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Student Recreation Contact Information
Contact Information
Student Recreation Center Front Desk
Michael Taylor
Recreational Sports Facilities Coordinator
James Minderman
Student Activities Complex Coordinator
Recreational Sports Information P. E. Complex
Athletic Office
Intramural Sports Line
Student Recreation Center Accordion
Student Recreation Center Policies & Procedures
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General Policies |
The Student Recreation Center is available without charge to the VU community (current VU students with a VU Blazer OneCard and currently employed full-time faculty/staff, their spouses, and their children – see below). The SRC provides an opportunity throughout the entire day for eligible users to participate in “drop-in” recreation. See Learning Resource Center (LRC) Media Services or Human Resources to obtain a valid ID if you do not already have one. |
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Proper Attire |
While using the Student Recreation Center please dress in appropriate athletic attire (t-shirts, shorts, socks, sweats, warm-ups, jogging suits, etc.) NO street clothes for your safety and the protection of our equipment. Proper footwear (clean, non-marking athletic footwear) should be worn at all times. |
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Behavior |
The University’s Student Conduct Code will be followed. No foul and abusive language or conduct (fighting) will be allowed while using the facilities. Everyone’s rights and privileges will be protected. Equipment should be handled with care. Broken or damaged equipment should be reported immediately to a student worker or a supervisor on duty. Patrons must know how to properly use and treat all equipment/facilities with respect for its intended purpose, or risk the loss of privilege to use the SRC. |
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Equipment Check-out |
Equipment may be checked out from the Equipment Room or ID desk by presenting a valid VU Blazer OneCard (student/faculty/staff). Individuals will complete a Check-out form and accept responsibility for the equipment. Damage or late fees may be assessed for misuse. (50 cents/day up to the full cost of the equipment checked out). For information call SRC at 812-888-6248. A full array of sports equipment is available for check out. Shower and Exercise (sweat) towels are available for check out for single day use from the Equipment Room with a valid VU ID. To protect fitness center equipment and equipment users, continually wipe sweat from your body and wipe down each unit after using it. |
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Lockers |
Men’s and women’s locker rooms are located in the SRC. Each contains restrooms, sinks, showers, lockers, and a steam room. These lockers are for DAY USE ONLY. Bring a lock with you each day and then remove your items by closing time each night. We now offer FREE daily padlock check-out through the Equipment Room for your use and safety of items. A $10.00 fee will be assessed for a missing lock and/or lost key. We encourage you to leave your valuables in a secure location under lock and key at home or in your vehicle out of sight. Vincennes University does not assume liability for items lost or stolen. Take appropriate steps to prevent theft of items. Patrons must use only the locker room of their own gender. |
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Coats/Bags/ Etc. |
Please use the locker rooms to secure personal clothing, backpacks, etc. For safety and security, do not leave personal items lying around or unattended. |
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Steam Rooms |
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Track Area |
The six lane indoor track is 200 meters in length in Lane #1. No track spikes of any kind may be used on the indoor areas. Please be considerate of others in the area to avoid collisions. Lap Distances are posted on wall. |
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Activity and Tennis Courts |
There are four basketball courts, four volleyball courts, and two tennis courts painted onto the surface of the activity area. Other sports/activities could include soccer, Frisbee, football toss, whiffle ball, dodge ball, badminton, etc. Please refrain from hanging on basketball rims or grabbing the basketball nets and swinging from them. Courts A and B have tennis court lines. During appropriate times an attempt will be made to make tennis available. Equipment will be available for check-out. |
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Fitness Centers |
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Table Tennis |
A table tennis table and foosball table are available in a room off the northeast corner of the track area. Equipment is available for check out from the Equipment Room. Please DO NOT SIT ON THE TABLES. |
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Food and Drink |
Restrict food to lobby vending machines area. Drinks may be brought into track area and fitness centers. Please use the drink holders, if available, on the cardio machines. Use caution not to spill drinks. |
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PE Complex Policies & Procedures
Statement of Objectives by Priorities
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To provide health, physical education, and recreation classes for Vincennes University students.
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To provide athletic opportunities for Vincennes University-sponsored athletic programs.
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To provide informal and intramural recreational facilities for the University students, faculty, staff, and families.
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To enhance the development and maintenance of individual physical fitness.
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To provide facilities for Vincennes University-sponsored activities.
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To coordinate facility scheduling with public/community groups who request use of the P. E. Complex and associated facilities.
GENERAL POLICIES
The P. E. Complex and related areas (including SRC & Beless Gymnasium and outdoor athletic/intramural/recreational areas) are available without charge to the VU community as outlined below. See Learning Resource Center (LRC) Media Services or Human Resources to obtain a valid ID if you do not already have one. The Facilities Coordinator of Recreational Sports is responsible for scheduling all activities/areas within the PEC and associated facilities. Any person or group desiring to schedule any of the facilities should contact the office by calling 812-888-5546 or 812-888-5125.
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Students – All students with a valid current VU Blazer OneCard. During summer months, students registered for the following VU fall semester will have access to the recreation facilities. Qualifying students have occasional Guest privileges (see item E).
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Faculty/Staff – currently employed full-time faculty and staff members and their spouse and dependent children have access to the recreation facilities with their proper VU ID Card. Dependents of full-time employees aged 18+ may use recreation facilities on their own. Dependents under age 18 (including those confined to strollers) must be accompanied by parent ID holder at all times. Qualifying faculty/staff have Guest privileges (see item E).
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Retirees from full-time employment with VU – Retirees who participate in the University health insurance plan have access to the recreation facilities, as well as their spouses and dependent children who participate in the University health insurance plan. Qualifying dependents aged 18+ may use recreation facilities on their own with valid VU ID. Qualifying dependents under age 18 (including those confined to strollers) must be accompanied by parent/grandparent ID holder at all times.
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Board Members – Current members of the University Board of Trustees and spouses of current members have access to the recreation facilities with appropriate valid VU ID.
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Guests – Guest privileges are available to qualifying students and full-time faculty and staff (see above items A and B). Privileges are extended for an occasional guest. Students are limited to one (1) guest per visit. Guests must be age 18 or older and they must be accompanied at all times during the visit by the student/faculty/staff member with a valid ID. All guests will sign in and present an ID upon entering recreation facilities. The ID will be held at the ID desk while visitor is in the recreation facilities. Abuse of guest privileges will cause revocation of that privilege.
EQUIPMENT CHECK-OUT – Equipment may be checked out of the Equipment Room (lower level) by presenting a current valid VU Blazer OneCard or current valid Faculty/staff ID. Individuals will complete a check-out form and accept responsibility for the equipment. Damage or late fees may be assessed for misuse. Late fee is 50 cents per day per item. A full array of equipment is available. Free locks are available for check out. For information, call 812-888-5546.
Shower and Exercise (sweat) towels are available for check out for single day use from the Equipment Room with a valid VU ID. To protect fitness center equipment and equipment users, continually wipe sweat from your body and wipe down each unit after using it.
LOCKER USE – Eligible users may obtain a locker for use by completing a locker agreement card through the Facilities Office and by providing a combination or key lock. Five (5) locker rooms are located within the Complex. Check with the Facilities staff to locate the proper room you are to use and for its availability. For assistance, go to the Facilities Office next to the water fountain on the east side of the lower level. Patrons must only use the locker room of his/her own gender.
MAIN GYM FLOOR – This is used for P. E. Classes, Athletics, and Intramural events. NO OPEN RECREATION IS ALLOWED ON THIS FLOOR!!
OUTDOOR – Sand Volleyball (2 courts), Basketball (2 courts), and Softball (2 fields) are available for use. Lights are on from dusk to 11:30 p.m.
VALUABLES – Do not leave valuable personal belongings unattended. Use common sense, secure items, and be safe. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
BLAZER ONECARD STUDENT ID CARD – Needs to be secured at all times with the user or in a secured location to protect it from misuse.
All alcohol and tobacco products are banned from V. U. buildings. See #7 below in Reminders. For more information regarding the Lanes, please call 812-888-4393 (information/counter) or 812-888-4395 (office). |
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