Discovering Life on Campus

Polk Library

In addition to cataloging more than 135,000 books and other library materials, UW Oshkosh’s Polk Library provides the University community with access to a wide range of electronic information. The new Polk 101 offers students a study space that combines the best of a traditional reference room with a comfortable, technology-rich environment … and its own coffee cart.
(920) 424-4333 • web site

Reeve Memorial Union and University Dining

Reeve Union is a hot spot on campus and the perfect setting for your student’s busy college life. With more than 163,000 square feet of open-concept space, the building hosts art exhibits, meetings, conferences, movies, concerts and many other events.

Inside Reeve, your student will find Mi Taza Coffeehouse, Marketplace food court, Titan Underground, Gail Floether Steinhilber Art Gallery, Corner Convenience Store, University Books & More, Titan Central information desk, UW Credit Union, Salon Shahnaz, a surround-sound movie theater and more. The Student Leadership and Involvement Center offers leadership and volunteer opportunities.

In addition, Reeve Union distributes the TitanCard, which is the official identification card for every student, faculty and staff member at UW Oshkosh. TitanCard offers your student a convenient, easy, and safe way to make purchases and use campus services.

Students also can find delicious, convenient meals at Reeve. Whether your student lives on campus or off, University Dining has options that cater to all preferences. Meal plans are accepted at all of our locations, including Blackhawk Commons, Scotty’s in Scott Hall, the Student Recreation and Wellness Center’s Cyber Health Café, and the MiTaza To Go locations in Clow and Halsey.
(920) 424-2346 • web site

University Books & More

University Books & More, located in Reeve Memorial Union, is your student’s source for used and new textbooks, a variety of general books, school and art supplies, greeting cards, Fair Trade items, and authentic UW Oshkosh clothing and gift items. University Books & More also is an authorized reseller of Apple Brand computers, iPods and accessories with educational discounts available. Weekly bestsellers always are 30 percent off, and any book not in stock can be ordered at no additional cost.
(920) 424-0277 • web site

The Corner Convenience Store

The Corner Convenience Store, in Reeve Memorial Union and operated by University Books & More, is your student’s quickest and closest place to get groceries, refrigerated food and drinks, frozen foods, bulk candy, health and beauty products, newspapers and magazines, ready-made sandwiches and Fair Trade products. It also is the place to rent DVDs.
(920) 424-2343

Recreation

At UW Oshkosh, your student will find a wide variety of recreational and wellness opportunities. First-rate facilities, an intramurals program, club sports, and many additional group and individual programs and activities provide something for everyone.

Facilities

The new Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) boasts 104,000 square feet of state-of-the-art recreation space. It is open most days 6 a.m.-1 a.m.

SWRC’s offerings include basketball courts, jogging/walking track, indoor soccer court, volleyball courts, climbing wall, golf simulators, three strength training areas, 100-plus pieces of cardio exercise equipment, two group exercise studios, cycling studio and Cyber Health Café with wireless Internet.

Campus recreational facilities also include Kolf Sports Center, which features seven basketball/volleyball courts and a 200-meter indoor track. Albee Hall features an additional two basketball/volleyball courts, four racquetball courts and an aquatics facility with a nine-lane lap pool and an adjoining diving well. East Hall Fields are the setting for outdoor intramural activities.

Programs and Activities

Aquatics activities include open lap swim, aqua fitness classes, intramural activities and kayak instruction. 

Club sports provide students with an inviting array of instructional, recreational and competitive programs. Current active clubs include bowling, boxing, dance, golf, hip hop, karate, lacrosse, rifle, rowing, rugby, volleyball and water skiing.

Group exercise classes are held daily in the SRWC studios. Trained staff lead at least 50 classes per week, including cycling, step aerobics, cardio kickboxing, yoga, boot camp, interval, core, Zumba, muscle conditioning and Pilates.

Intramural sports, held at Kolf and Albee, feature a great variety of recreational and competitive opportunities through team and individual sports and events, including soccer, basketball, volleyball, dodge ball, swimming, tennis, wrestling, ultimate Frisbee, racquetball, bags and flag football.