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These awards are given annually to seniors in the Outdoor Action Program who have made significant contributions to the program and to the lives of others at Princeton University. Thanks and congratulations to all of them from the staff at Outdoor Action and from the Friends of OA Board.

Topics: Calendar
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OA CALENDAR Monday, February 2 Climbing Wall Open Hours
4:30 - 6:30 PM, Climbing Wall, Stadium Second Level Tuesday, February 3 Climbing Wall Open Hours
8:00 - 10:00 PM, Climbing Wall, Stadium Second Level Wednesday, February 4 Climbing Wall Open Hours
8:00 - 10:00 PM, Climbing Wall, Stadium Second Level
Topics: Alumni, Reports, Research
Content type: Article

With a view toward OA's upcoming 50th Anniversary, the Outdoor Action Alumni Advisory Group was convened in December 2016 to reflect on the value of Outdoor Action and discuss how the program can continue to provide leadership development opportunities for students. After almost two years of work, I am thrilled to announce that the University has  authorized the OA Strategic Planning Committee, a group made up of current students, OA alumni, faculty and administrative staff to: 

Content type: Article
Outdoor Action provides the most extensive student leadership development program at Princeton. OA Leaders serve as leaders in all aspects of campus life from academics to sports and extracuricular activities. They go on to be leaders outside of Princeton. by Lisa Newman-Wise '05
Content type: Videos

Princeton graduates serve in countless leadership positions around the world from entrepreneurs to teachers, directors to parents. Understanding the traits and behaviors that make leaders effective is critical for any organization, and applies to students on campus and alumni in the world at large. Join us for a panel that brings together experts on leadership and Outdoor Action alumnae from academics, business, government, the non-profit sector and current OA student leaders to explore what makes leaders effective and how to enhance your own foundations of effective leadership. 

Topics: Leaders, Leadership
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Students involved in Outdoor Action excel both in academics and in campus activities from varsity sports, to student government, and student organizations. The leadership skills they develop through Outdoor Action serve the larger Princeton campus and beyond as these students go on to be leaders throughout their careers. Here are some of the awards and prizes received by Outdoor Action Leaders.

Topics: Equipment
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OA Equipment Room Location: 350 Alexander Street

Equipment rental is only for students, faculty and staff of Princeton University. PUID required. 

Fall 2023 Hours (beginning September 18)

Thursdays 2:30-4:30

Fridays 10am-12pm

Fridays: 1:30-6:30

Content type: Photos

Outdoor Action alumni at the National Outdoor Leadership School 50th Anniversary in October 2015

Barb Cestero '88, Rick Rochelle '87, Trina Sorenson Peterson '86, Katie Baum Mettenbrink '01, Shannon Ginn Rochelle '87, Kate Gunness Williams '89, Ethan Meers '03

Content type: Videos

Princeton graduates serve in countless leadership positions around the world from entrepreneurs to teachers, directors to parents. Understanding the traits and behaviors that make leaders effective is critical for any organization, and applies to students on campus and alumni in the world at large. Join us for a panel that brings together experts on leadership from academics, business, government, the non-profit sector and current Outdoor Action student leaders to explore what makes leaders effective and how to enhance your own foundations of effective leadership.

Content type: Videos

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, Outdoor Action and Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS) hosted Dr. Jud Brewer '96 MD PhD for a webinar exploring the physiology of anxiety and how we can 'unlearn' millions of years of evolution to be more mindful and less stressed.