Signing off, yours in nerdiness
In her final NIRSA President's Notes, Dr. Erin Patchett shares some glimpses into how peers at three schools have used research to guide their practice.
Kris Newsome’s “You Matter” series talks tennis
This month, Kris Newsome focuses on the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and the partnership between the NIRSA Championship Series and the USTA Tennis On Campus program in his “You Matter” series.
Programming hack
Dr. Erin Patchett passes along some of the advice she has received from the researchers that she spoke to for her presidential blog series. Tip #2: Discover new programming ideas.
Running intramural and club sports isn’t easy—but it can get better
The NIRSA Intramural & Club Sports Institute offers a unique blend of learning sessions and networking opportunities, explains Carissa Short, Rec Sports Coordinator at UMSL and one of the an organizers of this year’s event.
The “You Matter” series focuses on basketball
Kristopher Newsome, Chair of the NIRSA Championship Series, shares recent conversations with the Chair of the NIRSA Championship Series Basketball Work Team and the Chair of the NIRSA Club Basketball Work Team.
Send that fan mail—Researchers are people too!
Dr. Erin Patchett passes along some of the advice she has received from the researchers that she spoke to for her presidential blog series. First up: making personal connections.
Nominate someone for the flag football rule book dedication
Please consider nominating an individual who is deserving of the dedication to appear in the 22nd edition of the NIRSA Flag & Touch Football Rules Book & Officials’ Manual; nominations are due February 14.
You matter: NIRSA Championship Series updates from Kris Newsom
Take a moment to recognize all the participants, officials, volunteer staff, NIRSA Championship Series Work Team members, and host sites for their role in making the fall soccer and flag football tournaments so memorable!
Hazing prevention act championed by NIRSA associate member is now law
NIRSA associate member Hazing Prevention Network is excited to announce that the federal Stop Campus Hazing Act (S.2901, H.R. 5646) was recently signed into law; it will bring more transparency to the issue of hazing.
A Texas classic! Relive highlights from the 2024 NIRSA National Soccer Championships
Round Rock, Texas was the site for the exciting 30th NIRSA National Soccer Championships, held November 21-23; check out the highlights from a memorable tournament.