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Athletics and Recreation
Our Mission
The mission of the Rutgers-Newark Department of Athletics and Recreation is to provide University constituencies, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community at-large with a diverse range of programs and activities to enhance the overall quality of life and participation in the Rutgers Experience. Rutgers-Newark Athletics meets the varied interests and needs of its athletes on intercollegiate, competitive and recreational levels.
Scarlet Raiders Sports
The Rutgers-Newark intercollegiate athletics program gives undergraduate students an opportunity to participate and represent their institution in competition while providing all constituencies the chance to witness and support on-campus events. Rutgers-Newark is committed to providing its student-athletes with qualified professionals and facilities to support their athletic endeavors, and experienced educational support to enhance their academic progress, regardless of sport or gender.
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Facilities
Athletics facilities, utilized by varsity sports and recreation, are available to all members of the Rutgers community. The facilities complement the diversified program offerings. Rutgers-Newark pledges to provide its constituencies modern facilities and equipment in sufficient numbers that conform to optimum standards for health and safety.
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Recreation Classes
The Golden Dome Athletic Center offers non-credit recreation classes ranging from yoga to scuba diving are offered on a semester basis through the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation at Rutgers-Newark. The classes are available to Golden Dome Athletic Center members, as well as students, faculty and staff at Rutgers-Newark.
Shop Scarlet Raiders
You live for the thrill of Rutgers Newark Scarlet Raiders sports, so shop the best selection of officially licensed Rutgers University - Newark gear and clothing! Shop exclusive and officially licensed Rutgers Newark Apparel & Merchandise at the Scarlet Raiders Spirit Shop. Show your Scarlet Raiders Pride.
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Athlete Spotlight
The Rutgers University-Newark Athletics Department has announced its Male & Female Athlete of the Year for the 2021-22 season. Andrew Zaleck (Men's Volleyball) has been named the 2022 Male Athlete of the Year while Zrreyah Moore (Track & Field) was named 2022 Female Athlete of the Year.
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