Sports and Recreation

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Now let’s check in with Audrey. Audrey is a senior studying human physiology with minors in chemistry and business administration. Audrey loves to stay active and explore the outdoors. And she’s eager to share how she fulfills these passions at the UO. Take us on an adventure, Audrey.

– Thanks so much, Alex. Growing up in Oregon, so much of my childhood was spent exploring the outdoors and constantly staying active. I knew that when I was picking a college, I really wanted to keep these two things in mind. I also had a love for science and the human body, which led me to study human physiology and become a teaching assistant in the cadaver lab. When I first came to campus, I also joined the club soccer team. I like to think of club sports as the perfect medium point between intermural and division one soccer. I’ve been playing soccer since I was five. So knowing that I could continue to play at UO persuaded me to go even more. Right in the middle of campus, you’ll find the student rec center. I love staying active by attending cycling and yoga classes, using the equipment or just hanging out in the hot tub. And for those days when I really want to de-stress and unwind, I’ll go to the duck nest. And just a mile off campus near Autzen stadium, you can find Pre’s running trail. I often will grab a friend and go for a run or rent a Pre’s health bike, and explore the many miles of trails that run along the Willamette river. And just a quick 15 minute drive from campus is this spot right here, Spencer Butte. I love hiking up all the way up to the top and seeing the full city of Eugene. This is a hike that’s done by so many ducks and I’m sure you’ll meet many cute K9 friends along the way. And for all my winter sports lovers out there, don’t worry. The UO has got you covered. Through the outdoor program, students can get discounted lift tickets and rides up to the mountain. We’re also able to rent snowboards, camping gear, and kayaks to fulfill all our outdoor adventures any season of the year. In my last year as a duck, I hope I’m able to make some lifelong memories and I’ll be forever thankful that I pick this school. No matter where you end up, make sure you’re always getting outside every day and being active, and as always go ducks. Back to you, Alex.

– Thanks, Audrey. Seems like there’s something for every athlete and adventure to enjoy at the student rec center or through the outdoor program. I might have to lace up my hiking boots and check out some of those trails myself, sounds exhilarating.