Update on the Athletics Report and the Recording Studio
Athletics Report Update
Following the 2023 General Meeting:
- WUSA informed Athletics and Recreation regarding the amended motion that passed at the meeting.
- WUSA requested data from Athletics and Recreation, including information on facility usage, program participation rates, funding sources, program funding breakdown, feedback, and varsity participation rates (athlete and student fan attendance).
- In the spring 2023 term, WUSA’s Research Team developed a survey through the Representative Survey Platform (RSP) targeting undergraduate student groups focusing on wellness and athletics.
- The RSP was conducted in spring 2023 with the RSP Physical Health and Wellness Survey Report being curated in fall 2023. In spring 2024, WUSA Research developed a second survey to gain further insights on and off-campus physical activity participation. The survey was conducted in the fall 2024 term.
- In the late fall 2024 term, Athletics and Recreation shared data and feedback, and identified what data was unavailable in relation to their operations.
- In winter 2025 the preliminary results of the second survey were received and are being utilized to support the report, analysis, and recommendations.
- The Athletics and Recreation report is currently being worked on, with additional information being collected in areas where further clarity is needed.
Development Plan and Process
What’s next?
- Finalize the draft report
- Conduct report validation
- Board review of the report and recommendations
- Board approval and publication of the report
Recording Studio Update
Following the 2023 General Meeting:
- WUSA met with Jam Network from spring 2023 to winter 2024 to understand their needs for the space/project and begin establishing plans.
- During this time, WUSA completed a plan to ensure strong stakeholder engagement and research to best establish the project scope.
- In spring 2024, WUSA Research developed a survey targeting undergraduate student groups.
- In fall 2024, WUSA Research conducted the survey, analyzed the results, and produced a report.
Development Plan and Process
What’s next?
- Develop a report summarizing key findings, user requirements, and potential options and timelines for a recording studio. The report should include projected usage, total investment required, and an analysis of financial and overall return on investment based on anticipated member utilization.
- Board will review this report and make recommendations/finding to Annual Members Meeting 2026 for member approval/rejection