Kansas State University - Royal Purple Yearbook (Manhattan, KS)

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THE REC has a large selection of outdoor and recreational equipment that can be checked out by students. Doug Carr, senior in architecture, answers a question as two people check in racquetball racquets and get ping-pong paddles to play upstairs. (Photo by Christopher Assaf) TYLER OLIVER, sophomore in accounting, tries to get in an extra repitition while lifting in the weight room at the Rec Complex. The room has a large selection of barbells, Olympic weights and machines designed to give an optimum workout. (Photo by Assaf)

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THE KEYS were collected at the door and tagged before the person could enter the party. (Photo by Christopher Assaf) BEFORE HE can get his keys to leave a party sponsored by the Chi Omega sorority at University Inn, Brent Aldridge, sophomore undecided, takes a breathalyzer test to test his blood-alcohol level. Those that don ' t pass have to wait until their level is low enough to drive or ride home with someone else. (Photo by Assaf)

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We are second to none in terms of other facilities in the area or state, said Raydon Robel, director of recreational services at the complex. Time-wise and faculty-wise, no other state school compares with us. Cari Richert, sophomore in human ecology, said she was able to schedule her visits to the complex around her because of the hours the complex was open. It ' s great that it ' s (the open so late, you can work your exercise around your personal schedule and still have plenty of time to go to the rec, Richert said. The complex was open from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. on weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Saturdays and noon to 11:00 p.m. on Sundays. The staff consisted of 28 members, including a weight trainer, a nutritionist and an intramurals chairman. Lori Peterson, junior in physical education and staff member at the complex, said Continued on page 22 Recreational Center ❖ 21 by DARREN KELLER matter if it ' s weight- lifting, aerobics or the Chester E. Peters recreation complex provided K-State students and faculty with an excellent sports and fitness facility. Throughout the year there were a variety of recreational sports and fitness programs designed to accomodate a wide range of recreational interests and abilities, as well as over 30 intramural activities offered. There was also rental equipment available for indoor and outdoor sports. The facilities at the complex were comparable to professional health c lubs in Manhattan at a much lower cost. While most professional fitness centers averaged around $35-$40 for a one month membership, the use of the complex was only $18 a semester. All full and part-time who paid an activity fee were able to use the facilities without additional charges as long as they presented their current, validated I.D. card.