The Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic center is a state-of-the-art facility that marks the culmination of a project 35 years in the making. Although construction of the facility was initially approved by former Governor Michael Dukakis, it was not until 1993 when former Governor William Weld authorized the construction site at Roxbury Community College and designated RCC as the custodian of the facility with responsibility for its oversight, administration, and operation. In June 1995, the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center opened.
The Center is named after the local humanitarian and basketball
hero, Reggie Lewis, who played collegiate basketball 
for neighboring
Northeastern University and professionally for the Boston Celtics.
Celtics Captain Reggie Lewis was revered not only for his athletic
prowess but also for his dedication and advocacy for the educational,
physical, emotional and social well being of the youth within the
Boston community. It is this legacy which, in great part, shapes the
vision, mission, and goals of the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic
Center.
The vision for the Track and Athletic Center is to serve and embrace the multiple constituencies and the surrounding community. The vision is thoroughly imbued with the spirit of the mission and philosophy of the College with respect to promoting academic excellence; student development through athletic and physical fitness; and service to the community. As an integral component for Roxbury Community College, the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center must be truly effective in facilitating the delivery of academic programs, student development opportunities, and community health initiatives as the College pursues its mission through the Center.
For more information about the RLTAC, please call 617-541-3535
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