The Sarah Lawrence College Department of Athletics and Physical Education provides recreational and competitive athletics opportunities that contribute to the physical, social, and emotional well-being of our students. We are dedicated to assisting student athletes in achieving balance and intellectual success in an inclusive environment that fosters leadership, commitment, and sportsmanship.
Campbell Sports Center
Campbell Sports Center offers a variety of recreational opportunities for students. The 48,000-square-foot facility includes a gymnasium with a basketball/volleyball court, an elevated jogging track, a swimming pool, one squash court, lobby seating, a rowing tank, and a studio that provides space for activities ranging from aerobics to fencing. The Sports Center also houses the Caspar Whitney Fitness Center, which features a variety of cardiovascular equipment, including treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, rowing machines, Truweigh-training circuit, and a free-weight area. Fitness assistants are on hand to assist in the safe and effective use of all equipment.
Campbell Sports Center
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Physical Education
Exercise increases physical energy, mental alertness, and self-confidence and is believed to help foster creativity. With these rewards in mind, the physical education (PE) program is designed to help students pursue meaningful activities. The program emphasizes participation and enjoyment in a noncompetitive atmosphere.
Students are required to take four credits of PE, which should be completed in the first year. Registration for classes takes place at the beginning of each semester, and each course is worth two credits. Graduate students have no PE requirement but may register for courses when space is available. PE credits are not included in a student’s GPA calculation and cannot be applied to the credits required to complete a degree.
The College offers an average of 25 PE courses per semester. Courses vary seasonally and may include yoga, dance, swimming, basketball, bowling, nutrition, aerobics, fencing, and martial arts. Suggestions for new activities are always welcome.
Athletics
The athletics program provides students an opportunity to participate in competitive intercollegiate sports. At Sarah Lawrence, competition is viewed as a challenge for excellence and an incentive for commitment. Reflecting the College’s educational philosophy, success is measured by the growth and development of both the individual and the team.
Sarah Lawrence College sponsors intercollegiate teams in basketball, cross country, equestrian, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, and volleyball. These teams have active schedules competing against area colleges. The College is a member of NCAA Division III, Skyline Conference, and Intercollegiate Horse Show Association.