General Policies

  • The Department of Campus Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Coats, street clothing, backpacks, or equipment bags should be placed in lockers or cubbies around the building.
  • Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products are prohibited in all facilities at all times. Violators are subject to disciplinary actions.
  • The use of profanity and vulgar language is prohibited.
  • All students must adhere to the university student code.
  • The Department of Campus Recreation reserves the right to suspend members’ privileges if they do not abide by the department policies.

Lost and Found

  • The Department of Campus Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Inquiries regarding lost items may be made at equipment issue. Items of value (wallets, MP3 players) will be turned over to YSU Police.

Unattended Minors

Minors (under the age of 16) are not permitted to be left unattended in any area of the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center unless attending a Department of Campus Recreation program. Violators of this policy and the identified minor(s) will be required to leave the facility upon request of any Campus Recreation staff member. the identified student, faculty/staff member in violation of this policy will be subject to a suspension of membership privileges and/or university disciplinary actions.

Tours

Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center staff-escorted tours are available upon request or may be scheduled in advance at the control desk. Please contact the administrative office to schedule a tour for five or more people.

Parking

Contact Youngstown State University Parking Services at 941-3546 for information about parking access options and to get designated student, faculty, and staff spaces.

 

Rec Center Dress/Attire

  • Appropriate dress is required for personal safety and maintenance of equipment:
    • Closed-toe, rubber-soled athletic footwear – no boots, flip flops, sandals, or open-toe shoes
    • Clothes free of buttons, rivets, or metal zippers
    • Full-sleeved tee-shirts – No tank tops, mid drifts, sport bras, or cut off shirts are allowed in the strength area.
  • Street clothes are prohibited in all activity spaces.

Bulletin Boards/Soliciting

  • Signs, fliers, or posters must be approved by the administrative staff. Stop by the Department of Campus Recreation administrative office.
  • Soliciting is not permitted inside the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center.

Food/Drink

Only water is permitted in closed plastic containers in activity areas (no food, protein shakes, sports drinks, etc., are allowed). Chewing gum is likewise prohibited.

Severe Weather Policy

Refer to the University Website for any cancellations.

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Locker Rooms

  • The Department of Campus Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • All patrons may use lockers on a daily basis. The daily lockers are for temporary storage while using the Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center.
  • It is highly recommended that participants use a lock when storing personal belongings. Locks can be checked out at equipment issue at no charge for use on lockers.
  • Locks left on daily lockers will be removed nightly and items inside will be placed in lost and found or given to YSU police as appropriate
  • Cell phone/cameras are not permitted in the locker rooms.
  • Glass containers are not permitted in the locker rooms.
  • Warning – Wet surfaces in the locker room may be slippery. Please watch your step.

Music

Only personal listening devices with headphones are allowed.

Camera/Video

Picture taking and/or videotaping is only permissible with written authorization from the Department of Campus Recreation administrative staff. Photographs may be taken of informal recreation and scheduled programs by the Department of Campus Recreation or YSU marketing. These photographs are used for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed, please notify the photographer.

Elevators

The elevator is located to the left of the racquetball courts and is available for those patrons unable to use the stairs. In the event of a fire, please use the stairs or emergency exits. If you require additional assistance, please notify one of our staff.

 



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