Athletics & Recreation
Cracks dividing climbing culture
Some students at Westminster College said Bishop’s Wall, located in the Health, Wellness and Athletics Center, can be an intimidating place to begin climbing.Newcomers said the wall is often full of b...Read More
Packrafting eases access to remote locations for Westminster students
In 2011, Westminster College became the first college or university in the lower 48 states to have a fleet of packrafts — a way to maximize space in the Outdoor Program’s small, 35 foot long, 8 foot h...Read More
Students say price isn’t their biggest consideration when purchasing a ski pass
With six acclaimed mountains less than 30 miles away from Westminster College’s campus, the big back-to-school question on many students’ minds is where to buy their ski or snowboarding pass for the u...Read More
Westminster College on track to compete in NCAA Division II next academic school year
For the last three years, athletes at Westminster College haven't received awards, insurance for severe injuries and grants, or qualified for championships. However, this could change during the 2018-...Read More
Outdoor Experience orientation may ease incoming students’ transition to college
Westminster College’s Outdoor Experience orientation may give first-year students the opportunity to make friends, overcome fears and get outside before classes start.It may also help retention. Stati...Read More
College athletes say they’ll use lessons they learned from sports in future careers
For many graduating students at Westminster College faced with the end of their collegiate athletic careers, they said the lessons they’ve learned from the game will continue to impact their lives.&nb...Read More
Westminster aims to reduce financial barriers to outdoor recreation
Outdoor sports and recreation are often known for being expensive—a stigma Westminster College's Outdoor Program is working to break. The Outdoor Program offers activities ranging from climbing i...Read More
Turf troubles: Students say Dumke Field needs an upgrade
For the past 12 years, Dumke Field has been the center for athletics at Westminster College. But now, students say the aging field—which was created in 2005 and surfaced with artificial turf that hasn...Read More
For some students, navigating concussions and school is a tricky process
For Westminster College students who sustain concussions while participating in sports and outdoor activities, navigating the sometimes oppositional worlds of school and recommended concussion protoco...Read More
Westminster spirit team looks forward to another year of growth
Westminster College's spirit team has experienced continuous growth since its inception three years ago, and the team's captain and coach said they expect next year will bring even more improvements i...Read More