UC Davis 2008-2010 General Catalog - General Catalog - UC Davis

52 Student Life
Student Internships. HEP provides an excellent opportunity to
develop skills in: conducting group presentations, changing
health-related policies and influencing media. Transcript notation
and/or academic credit are available. The internship requires a
three quarter commitment. Check our Web site in winter quarter
regarding internship opportunities.
The House
Temporary Building 16 (two-story house by Student Housing)
(530) 752-2790
The House is a professionally supervised peer counseling program
of CAPS. Students receive confidential support, information and
referrals regarding personal or social problems. Well-trained student
volunteers assist fellow students through individual peer
counseling and a wide variety of workshops held in an informal
setting. Stress reduction and wellness resources include a meditation
room, a video and listening room with relaxation and educational
compact discs and an automatic massage chair. No
appointment is necessary and services are offered on a drop-in or
telephone basis Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. during
fall, winter and spring quarters.
Volunteers for peer counselor positions at the House are selected
winter quarter. Students are trained in basic counseling skills and
can receive units for training. Transcript notation is also available
for quarters working as a peer counselor volunteer.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
By participating in extracurricular activities on the UC Davis campus,
you can benefit from numerous opportunities for educational,
personal, cultural and social enrichment. In general, UC Davis students
who are registered and enrolled may participate in extracurricular
activities sponsored by the campus. Some extracurricular
activities have additional eligibility criteria, so you are encouraged
to inquire about the particular eligibility requirements of the
groups and programs that interest you.
RECREATION
The Department of Campus Recreation
The Activities and Recreation Center (ARC)
232 ARC, One Shields Ave, Davis CA 95616
(530) 752-1730; http://campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu
The UC Davis Department of Campus Recreation provides many
healthy activities and programs including social, physical, creative,
intellectual and cultural activities to offset the stresses associated
with a rigorous academic environment. These programs complement
the academic mission of the university and enhance the
quality of life for the campus.
The following facilities are managed through The Department of
Campus Recreation:
The ARC
The Pavilion
The Equestrian Center
The Outdoor Center
The Craft Center
Hickey Pool
Recreation Pool
Intramural Fields
The following programs are offered through The Department of
Campus Recreation:
Campus Recreation Memberships, Informal Recreation
and Fitness & Wellness Programs
The ARC
(530) 752-1730
The ARC information desk is the place to purchase memberships,
ask about informal recreational opportunities and sign up for
healthy fitness and wellness programs offered through The Department
of Campus Recreation. For more information on the above
programs, please see the Department of Campus Recreation Web
site.
Events & Conferencing
The ARC & The Pavilion
The Department of Campus Recreation staff manages all conference
and event needs related to the meeting rooms and ballroom
located in the Activities and Recreation Center. The Pavilion, formerly
called Recreation Hall, is a 150,000 square-foot reservable
arena, as well as the home court for UC Davis NCAA Basketball &
Volleyball. From concerts to career fairs, it's the ideal space to host
any large event. For more information, please see the Department
of Campus Recreation Web site.
Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs
The ARC
(530) 752-1730
The mission of the Intramural Sports and Sport Club office is to
provide the students, faculty and staff of UC Davis the opportunity
to participate in a variety of competitive and recreational sports on
campus.
The UC Davis Sport Club program promotes student participation
in a wide variety of athletic activities, provides opportunity for student
competition at various levels of play and fosters the development
of student leadership. Sport Clubs are comprised of student,
faculty and staff of the University.
Outdoor Adventures
The Barn (on the corner of California and Hutchison)
(530) 752-1995
Outdoor Adventures will help you enjoy time with friends in California's
scenic natural areas, develop your outdoor skills and plan
your outdoor excursion. You can rent professional-quality equipment
and arrange for custom-designed trips and group rates. An
up-to-date library contains topographic maps, trail guides and
other materials. Classes, excursions and clinics in backpacking,
rock-climbing, whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, mountaineering,
cross-country skiing and other sports are offered. Outdoor Adventurers
also offers training classes in wilderness first aid, EMT,
AED, CPR and swift water rescue.
Equestrian Programs
Garrod Drive (southwest of Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital)
(530) 752-2372
The Equestrian Center is open year round, offering trail rides,
practice sessions and instruction in both English and Western riding.
Group and private lessons are available for beginning through
advanced levels, along with training in horse care and stable management.
The Equestrian Center sponsors clinics, horse shows,
summer youth equestrian camps and special events.