Oakland University Recreation and Well-Being

05/29/2026

Grizzly Gourmet: Episode 2

Welcome back to the Grizzly Gourmet! 🤩 Today, chef Zach is going to show us how to make a super easy and refreshing Acai-Blueberry Smoothie Bowl. This one-step recipe is great for those hot summer days! Top this low-calorie, high fiber and protein treat with granola, honey, coconut or whatever else your heart desires! See below for the ingredients and let us know what you think. ⬇️

• ¾ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 3 ½ ounces frozen pure unsweetened acai fruit puree
• ½ cup frozen blueberries
• ½ frozen medium banana
• ¼ cup coconut water
• 2 tablespoons fresh raspberries
• 2 tablespoons granola
• 2 teaspoons toasted unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds

05/27/2026

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Students who were enrolled in Winter 2026 and are registered for Fall 2026 classes automatically will have a free membership! 🤩

April 2026 OU graduates can secure a Recent Alumni membership for only a one-time cost of $75! 🥳

Students who are 18+ from other universities are also able to purchase a summer membership for the same cost of $75! 🙂‍↕️

This offer is only available through Monday, June 1 with the membership lasting until the end of August! You must visit the Rec Center in person to purchase these memberships as they are part of a promotion!

05/25/2026

On this and every Memorial Day, we pause to honor and mourn everyone who has made the ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸 Thank you to all that have served and all that continue to serve.

05/21/2026

Our summer memberships for students are still available, but they won't be around forever! This is the membership for you if you are a continuing OU student, recent alum, or a non-OU student!

Students who were enrolled in Winter 2026 and are registered for Fall 2026 classes automatically will have a free membership! 🤩

April 2026 OU graduates can secure a Recent Alumni membership for only a one-time cost of $75! 🥳

Students who are 18+ from other universities are also able to purchase a summer membership for the same cost of $75! 🙂‍↕️

This offer is only available through Monday, June 1 with the membership lasting until the end of August! You must visit the Rec Center in person to purchase these memberships as they are part of a promotion!

05/19/2026

Relax and unwind with us this summer with one of our Mind&Body Group X classes! Monday - Friday these classes are available for all our members to enjoy! 😌 Join us tonight for Express Yoga Flow with Lindsey, or if you're an early bird then Sunrise Yoga with Lisa on Fridays is the class for you! Whether it's your first class or your 100th all are welcome! Register on the Rec Well app or visit myrecwell.oakland.edu today! 🧘‍♀️

05/18/2026

Please note the upcoming facility impacts expected this weekend. On Friday, May 22, the Rec Center will be open from 6:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. with the Aquatic Center being open from 8 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. The entire Rec Center will be closed from Saturday, May 23 - Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26 under normal operational hours. Thank you for your understanding!

05/13/2026

05/13/2026

We would like to acknowledge one of our amazing Rec Well alumni who has achieved a great honor this past graduation ceremony. Delaney Lohr was the 2026 Matilda R. Wilson Award Winner. The Matilda R. Wilson Award was established in 1965 and recognizes a senior who has given significant contributions as a scholar, a leader, and a responsible citizen of the institution.

As a scholar, Delaney was in the Direct-Admit Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and was put on the Dean's List.

She has served as Community Service Representative on the Executive Board of the Student Nurses Association of Oakland University, and has been involved with a handful of initiatives and programs connected to the Healthy Campus Initiative, solidifying her leadership capabilities.

Lastly, Lohr has demonstrated a strong commitment to service and responsible citizenship. She has had a hand in countless community outreach efforts as well as volunteer experience with local organizations. All of this while working diligently and exceeding expectations during her time with Rec Well.

Rec Well could not be more proud of her accomplishments and everything she has done during her time at OU. We were extremely lucky to have the opportunity for Lohr to work with us, and we cannot wait to see what is next in store for her but we know whatever it is she will do amazing things!

05/12/2026

Summer is here, and what better way to spend it than with some adorable doggos. 😁 Four times this semester, the therapy dogs will be in the Rec Center's Main Entrance Hallways to brighten your day! These pups are trained to provide everyone with comfort and mental health support for all to enjoy! There will be different dogs across all the sessions, so be sure to keep coming back to meet them all!! 🐕 Our furry friends are provided by The Fur Angels and Pawsitive Changes therapy dog groups.