Volunteers who give time and talent
Governing bodies and elected regional representatives, composed of NIRSA members, make up a critical part of NIRSA leadership.
Additional Volunteer Groups
From committees to work teams, dedicated volunteers bring their time, talent, and passion to every aspect of NIRSA.
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NIRSA Board of Directors
Status: OpenHow to Get Involved The Nominations & Appointments Committee recruits nominees, reviews applications and supporting materials, and determines the slate of candidates for the At-Large Director and Presidential Track positions on the NIRSA Board of Directors. Application forms will be available July 16, 2026, and are…
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NIRSA Member Network
Status: OpenHow to Get Involved The regional Nominations & Appointments Committees recruit nominees, reviews applications and supporting materials, and determines the slate of candidates for the Member Network Regional Representatives. For the 2027 elections, there is one position available for Regional Representatives in each of the following NIRSA Regions: I, III, V, and…
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2027 ERSL Call for Proposals
Status: Opening SoonThe 2027 ERSL Call for proposals opens today! Find the proposal link on the ERSL Webpage
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NIRSA Award Reviewer
Status: Opening SoonA NIRSA Award Reviewer position is a short-term volunteer opportunity running from September-November 2026, with a total time commitment of approximately 6-8 hours. This time commitment may vary based on the award you are assigned to review and the number of applicants. In this position,…
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NIRSA’s Wellbeing Collaborative
Status: Opening SoonApply to join the second iteration of a year-long, high-impact initiative that supports campus rec departments in embedding wellbeing into their culture, operations, and strategy.
The NIRSA Board of Directors
NIRSA’s Board of Directors provides the visionary and practical guidance needed to achieve NIRSA’s strategic goals.
NIRSA Foundation Board of Directors
NIRSA Foundation Board volunteers guide the mission-driven efforts of the NIRSA Foundation and cultivate a culture of philanthropy among the profession.
NIRSA Services Corporation Board of Directors
The NIRSA Services Corporation Board cultivates enduring partnerships that directly advance NIRSA’s mission and enrich the value of membership.
2026 NIRSA Elections
Each year, NIRSA members vote to fill positions on the NIRSA Board of Directors and the NIRSA Member Network. 2026 NIRSA Elections take place January 17-31.
The NIRSA Member Network
The Member Network is a critical link between members, volunteers, and Association leaders. Representatives are elected by each NIRSA region.
Featured Leadership Blogs
Check out the latest messages to members from NIRSA leaders.
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Heart of the Series: Those who came before us
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NIRSA insights with President Lashica Thomas – Signing off
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NIRSA insights with President Lashica Thomas – Leadership Summit edition
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NIRSA insights with President Lashica Thomas – three in one
Anchors & Compasses
Governing documents provide a solid foundation for the Association and iterative strategic thinking keep the Association moving forward.
About the NIRSA Board
The NIRSA Board of Directors comprises three officers in the Presidential Track (President, President Designee, and President Elect), three At-Large Directors, and a Board-elected Annual Director.
The Association’s Board of Directors is fully committed to providing the visionary and practical guidance needed to achieve our higher goals. While this includes developing strategic initiatives for the future of our organization, the Board also holds fiduciary and legal responsibilities, establishes policies, guides the Executive Director, and serves as sole shareholder of NIRSA Services Corporation.
The Board is currently working to ensure the successful progression of our strategic plan.