President Reginald and Paula DesRoches and the university's leadership team are partnering with the Gibbs Recreation and Wellness Center to bring Wellness Wednesdays to campus. This initiative is dedicated to employee well-being and focuses on a comprehensive approach to health and wellness, featuring many opportunities for employees to participate with university leaders in different ways. Throughout the academic year, sessions are held once a month across campus. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025.
December Wellness Wednesday: Jingle, Mingle and Ride
Get into the holiday spirit with our final Wellness Wednesday of the year! Join Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Amy Dittmar and the Rice Employee Health and Well-Being Team for a beginner-friendly spin class designed to bring energy, joy and some festive fun to your day. Whether you hop on a bike or prefer to stay off the saddle, we've got something for everyone. Come move, mingle and share in a little winter wellness before the holidays begin!
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Details
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 10
Time: 3-3:45 p.m.
Location: Gibbs Recreation and Wellness Center MPR1
- Registration is encouraged (We have 33 spin bikes available but no limit on mingling!)
- No membership required
- Locker room and shower access available
- Rice EMS will provide free blood pressure checks
Save the dates!
Additional Sessions are planned for these dates, all on Wednesdays (subject to change):
- January 28, 2026
- February 25, 2026
- March 25, 2026
- April 29, 2026
- May 13, 2026
More details, as well as frequently asked questions, are available online using this link. December Wellness Wednesday is scheduled for Dec. 10, 2025.