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

Flowchart illustrating the journey from motion to publishing an athletics report, encompassing data analysis, drafting, and board approval.

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

Published: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

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