September 25, 2003 Minutes

The Organization of Professional Staff kicked off the Fall semester with a morning program at the Sports Center Thursday September 25, 2003. Despite the rain, about 22 people attended (does jumping over puddles count as aerobic exercise?).

There was no business conducted since the meeting was devoted to an excellent program by Betty Fredrickson and Karin Carlson.

Betty Fredrickson and Karin Carlson explained the themes of the Sports Center programs - Education for Life and Fitness for Life. The facilities and services at the Sports Center are available for no charge for faculty and staff. There are some requirements, such as a Medical Release Form and a Super Circuit orientation, and some guidelines for attire. Betty and Karin encouraged us to not be intimidated by the Sports Center, to ask questions and get help from the staff in achieving our fitness goals. During the tour that followed, many of us visited parts of the Sports Center that we had never seen before. The hours for the Sports Center are Monday - Thursday 6:30 AM to 8 PM, and Fridays 6:30 AM to 1 PM.