This collection consists of materials produced by or related to the Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPER) at South Dakota State University. It includes newsletters, pamphlets, programs, posters, and administrative documents that reflect the department’s academic offerings, facilities, outreach, and recreational programming. Notable items include early athletic schedules and field day programs, materials from the SDSU Wellness Center, reports and self-studies related to athletic training education, and documents concerning intramural, recreational, and intercollegiate athletics. The collection also contains departmental histories, budget records, policy manuals, and publications such as the SDSU Ramblin’ Rec News. These materials document the development and administration of physical education and recreation at SDSU and illustrate the department’s role in promoting student wellness, athletic training, and campus engagement through sport and physical activity.