Inclusion & Accessibility

Inclusion & Accessibility

Outdoor Adventures staff strap a climber into the accessibility climbing harness in the Outdoor Adventures Center

Campus Recreation is committed to cultivating and upholding an environment in which we remove barriers and celebrate the differences of every member of our community.

As outlined below, we have a variety of accessibility options across programs, services, and facilities.

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Facility Access

All three Campus Recreation facilities are designed to meet American with Disabilities (ADA) compliance requirements and standards. These facilities feature:

  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible entrances
  • Elevators
  • Room signs with braille
  • ADA-compliant restrooms and showers with universal access
  • Accessible cardio, weight, and functional training equipment
Campus Recreation Center (CREC)

Features include:

  • Accessible parking nearby
  • Accessible cardio, weight, and functional training equipment
  • Wheelchair-accessible racquetball court
  • A lift for pool entry
  • Universal access to family shower and restrooms
Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC)

Features include:

  • Accessible parking nearby
  • Accessible cardio, weight, and functional training equipment
  • Universal access to family shower and restrooms
Outdoor Adventures Center (OAC)

Features include:

  • Accessible parking nearby
  • Indoor climbing wall with accessible climbing equipment
  • Universal access to family shower and restrooms
Outdoor Facilities

All outdoor recreation spaces are accessible via sidewalks and gradual slopes.

The indoor climbing accessibility chair at the Outdoor Adventures Center.

Inclusive Programing

We are committed to making programs accessible to as many individuals as possible. You can inquire and request specific accommodation for programs with the contacts listed below.

Policies

We’re constantly working to make sure our policies are inclusive.

  • We invite all members to utilize any of our locker and restroom facilities that is of preference to you. We will not tolerate acts of harassment or discrimination against anyone. Such instances will be immediately addressed by our staff.
  • Our membership software includes demographic information. For students and campus affiliates, this information is pulled from the University system. For all other members, you can make edits when setting up your profile.
  • All individuals shall be permitted to participate in programs and services in a manner consistent with their preferences.

Staff & Training

Each Campus Recreation staff member will engage in development opportunities that lead to engaging conversations around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion related topics throughout the course of the year.

Special Olympics Banner School

We are the only Special Olympics banner school in the state of Nebraska. Flag Football, Basketball, Volleyball, and Soccer are offered in partnership with Special Olympics Nebraska. We host the annual State Flag Football Tournament that extends a bid to the national tournament.