The songs of September
As we continue through September, I encourage you to find the song (or the playlist) that helps you clear your head. Once you have, I encourage you to share your songs with us!
Change makers of NIRSA: Critical hope is hope with action
Introducing the NIRSA Change Makers series. This month, Cara Lucia speaks with Todd Bauch of Portland State , Kevin George of Rowan University, Vicki Highstreet of University of Nebraska, and Michael Howard of Duke.
Finding your pockets of joy
It’s in the midst of this August chaos that I take time to celebrate the small things that help me through my days. I call them “pockets of joy” in my life.
Get ready to meet many of NIRSA’s Change Makers this coming year
NIRSA President Cara Lucia of Elon University introduces the Change Makers vlog—her forthcoming series of entries in the NIRSA President’s Notes leadership blog.
Greetings from your 2021–2022 NIRSA Student Leadership Team
This year, the Student Leadership Team is excited to embark on new adventures, continue to advocate for all students, and finally see each other in person in Portland!
A leader for the future
As we enter a year of resurgence, we’re fortunate to have a fearless, dynamic, and forward-thinking captain in Ashley Lax. I am proud to call her a colleague, NIRSA confidant, and friend.
David Davenport and Pam Watts reflect on the 2020-2021 leadership year
After nearly six years of continuous service on the NIRSA Board, outgoing President David Davenport of Austin Peay State University reflects back on the leadership year with NIRSA Executive Director Pam Watts.
Grand explorations
I have spent much of my time lately reflecting on the year we’ve had and the present moment we’re in. I have viewed these monthly notes to you all as time capsules.
Climber down
Fighters, all of us, wear battle scars to show where we have been. It is ok to do a little dance halfway up the mountain. It’s okay to take a rest and heal.
Pictures of health
Everyone is different and what works for one person will not work for another. That is inclusive wellbeing.