News and updates related to the NIRSA Annual Conference.
The 2015 NIRSA Annual Conference and Recreational Sport Expo at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas was a stellar success for your NIRSA Foundation! Attendees took part in a number of exciting NIRSA Foundation conference opportunities, and donors generously gave to support the Foundation in its work of providing NIRSA members […]
By Cara McFadden, Assistant Professor in the Department of Sport and Event Management at Elon University and 2016 NIRSA Annual Conference Program Committee Chair
Fellow leaders in collegiate recreation, I encourage you to consider presenting at the 2016 NIRSA Annual Conference & Recreational Sport Expo, which will take place in Kissimmee, Florida at the Gaylord […]
By Heidi Cleary
The 2015 Recreational Sports Expo in Grapevine, Texas featured 163 outstanding vendors who shared their expertise and new products with over 3,200 attendees and exhibitors. The Expo Hall was truly the place where attendees wanted to stay and play at the 2015 NIRSA Annual Conference!
The Grand Opening of the Expo Hall offered […]
NIRSA members from the United States, Canada, and Mexico packed their bags and made their way to Texas this spring for the express purpose of furthering the collegiate recreation profession. The 66th NIRSA Annual Conference & Recreational Sports Expo took place from March 30–April 2 in […]
By Kimmi Sterner and Nazifa Islam
As you all know, we live in a world of constant updates, easily-accessible entertainment, and simple communication. Thanks to the internet and social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, so many NIRSA’s members are able to take the momentum from the Annual Conference to stay connected throughout the […]
By Paul Wesselmann, The Ripples Guy
The purpose of professional networking is to build and maintain relationships that are MUTUALLY BENEFICIAL. Successful network accomplishes three main goals: the exchange of information and ideas, the exploration of future possibilities, and engagement in satisfying connection.
To help you accomplish these goals, below is a summary of the tips […]
By Sierra Smith
If this is your first NIRSA Annual Conference & Recreational Sports Expo, you might be wondering what to wear or when you can check in. If you‘re a returning attendee, you might be looking for tips of where to eat or where you can download the special edition NIRSA 2015 Facebook graphics […]
By Heidi Cleary
What better way to kick off your 2015 NIRSA Annual Conference & Recreational Sports Expo experience than by attending the All Conference Social sponsored by PLAE! The All Conference Social will take place immediately following the Opening General Session on Monday, March 30. And attendees won’t have to go far […]
By Chris Muller
Since 1992, the NIRSA Foundation has been raising money to support its mission to enhance the collegiate recreation profession by providing NIRSA members with meaningful opportunities for professional development. At each NIRSA Annual Conference & Recreational Sports Expo, the Foundation offers attendees engaging events and activities like the Golf […]
By Sierra Smith
The 2015 NIRSA Annual Conference & Recreational Sports Expo is taking place at the Gaylord Texan from March 30–April 2, and conference attendees will now be able to use their badge to gain access to discounts and exclusive offers at various attractions in the Grapevine area! NIRSA and the city of […]
