By Christine Haluzak
NIRSA would not be what it is today without incredible, dedicated members like yourself.
So every year the Association seeks to honor and highlight members who have made an impact by recognizing their outstanding service and achievements.

Please take a look at the following list of awards, and consider which NIRSA member you believe deserves a nomination. Then, make sure to note the deadline and submit an application on behalf of your institution.
NIRSA awards are presented at the NIRSA Annual Conference & Recreational Sports Expo to give as many members of the NIRSA family as possible the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge our deserving recipients. The nomination deadlines, which are listed below, give the Awards Committee time to carefully consider applications and prepare awards in time for the Annual Conference.
Deadline |
Award |
NIRSA Annual Service Awards |
September 15, 2014 |
NIRSA Honor Award |
November 3, 2014 |
Outstanding Sports Facilities Awards |
November 3, 2014 |
Creative Excellence Awards |
November 3, 2014 |
Regional Awards of Merit |
December 15, 2014 |
Horace Moody Awards |
December 15, 2014 |
William N. Wasson Student Leadership |
December 15, 2014 |
USTA/NIRSA Tennis Ace Awards |
December 15, 2014 |
NIRSA Research and Assessment Award |
December 15, 2014 |
Nomination and application deadlines are coming up for the following awards:
NIRSA Annual Service Award
Service is a key value of our Association. Without the continued, outstanding contributions of our NIRSA colleagues, collegiate recreation wouldn’t be the driving force that it is on campuses today. We all know members who have gone above and beyond the call of duty in their NIRSA volunteer service; recognize the value of their contributions by nominating them for a NIRSA Annual Service Award. Nominations are due by September 15.
Honor Award
The Honor Award is the highest honor our Association bestows. It recognizes and celebrates a member for outstanding achievements in our profession and exemplary service to our Association. Please consider nominating a deserving colleague for the NIRSA Honor Award by November 3.
Outstanding Sports Facilities Award
Has your campus recently completed a new facility? Or has your facility recently undergone significant renovation? Consider applying for an Outstanding Sports Facilities Award! Applications are due by November 3.
Creative Excellence Award
Does your department create fun and effective promotional materials? Collegiate rec students and professionals are among the most innovative marketers of events and programs on college and university campuses. So don’t miss this opportunity to show off your work! Submit an application for a Creative Excellence Award by November 3.
You can find a complete list of awards, criteria, applications, and deadlines on the NIRSA Awards website.