Once the UniversityFirst XI was the favourite of thecountry's soccer fans and theUniversity has also producedmany outstanding student- athletes who brought honourand medals to the University aswell as to the country in manyinternational and regional sportcompetitions.The Recreation Centre also hasa mini-market with stalls sellinga range of consumer goods,stationery etc.
Yangon University Swimming Pool This is situated on the banks ofthe scenic Inya Lake just acrossthe historic Convocation Hall.Students are eligible for membershipin the Swimming Club. Health CareThe University of Yangon establisheda clinic to look after thehealth care for the facultymembers, their families andstudents in 1928.
Later thisbecame the Universities' Hospitalas the number of universitiesgrew. The medical staff forthe Hospital is appointed bythe Ministry of Health. Miscellaneous FacilitiesMany teashops and small stallsselling local food and refreshmentsalso dot the campus forthe convenience of the staff andstudents.