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Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center

Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center

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Welcome Back Week Open House
September 9 2008 at 11:00 AM
Mort Harrs Recreation and Fitness Center
The Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center will be hosting a Welcome Back open house from 11am-2p.m. on Tuesday, September 9.  Students, faculty and staff may tour the facility, sample group fitness classes, receive free 5 minute massages, climb the rock wall, meet with personal trainers and learn about all of the sports and wellness programs that the Mort Harris RFC has to offer.
Student Org Day at Mort Harris RFC
September 10 2008 at 11:00 AM
Mort Harris RFC
The Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center will be participating in the Dean of Students' Student Org Day.  Students may tour the facility, sample group fitness classes, receive free 5 minute massages, climb the rock wall, meet with personal trainers and learn about all of the sports and wellness programs that the Mort Harris RFC has to offer.

Student Employment

The Department of Campus Recreation employs several student assistants every semester. Hiring preference will be given to students in the following academic programs: Exercise Science, Sports Administration, Education, Nutrition, Marketing and Business Administration.  All positions are required to be First Aid and CPR/AED Certified. We offer training in house , however, it is highly recommended that candidates obtain certification prior to submitting an application. Student positions include:

  • Climbing Wall Attendant
  • Group Fitness Instructor (must have certification and/or minimum one year experience)
  • Personal Trainer (must have degree in exercise science, kinesiology or related area or be actively working toward stated degree and ACSM, ACE, AFAA or NSCA certified) 
    - willing to accomodate to client schedules
    - must possess strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
    - able to work in a fast paced, diverse environment
    For more information please contact Eric Appiah, (313) 993-4379, eappiah@busops.wayne.edu.  Send resume to:
    Mort Harris Recreation and Fitness Center
    Attention: Eric Appiah
    5210 Gullen Mall
    Detroit, MI 48202
  • Massage Therapist

    Note that applicants may apply for specific positions, however, once employed, students are crossed trained on most Campus Recreation positions.