Sam Hirt—former NIRSA President and Honor Award recipient—has passed away
With sadness, NIRSA shares that Sam Hirt—recipient of the NIRSA Honor Award and Past President of our Association—passed away on August 10, at the age of 82.
Cheyney University finds creative ways to support student wellbeing
Kimberly O’Shields, M.S. of Healthier Campus Initiative shares one of her favorite collaborations: Working with Cheyney University's Tracey Smith and her team of passionate and creative professionals.
Preparing for the next generation of collegiate recreation leaders
In the July/August 2023 issue of Athletic Business Magazine, Michael Popke interviews three NIRSA members to learn about the skills that will be most beneficial to the next generation of top leaders working in campus rec.
NIRSA Director of National Sports Programs, Valerie McCutchan retires
Last month, Valerie McCutchan—one of NIRSA’s longest ever tenured staff members—clicked off her walkie-talkie for the last time after nearly 24 years of employment.
NIRSA facility feature: Old Dominion University Monarch Esports Arena
NIRSA recently decorated Old Dominion University's Monarch Esports Arena with a 2023 Outstanding Facilities Award.
Bruce Anderson—former president and lifetime member of NIRSA—has passed away
With sadness, we share the news that Dr. Bruce D. Anderson, former president of NIRSA, passed away. Bruce joined NIRSA in 1959 and actively volunteered during his 46-year career at the University of Minnesota.
NIRSA facility feature: Florida Gulf Coast University Rec Deck
NIRSA recently decorated Florida Gulf Coast University's Rec Deck with a 2023 Outstanding Facilities Award.
Chris Spencer is a rising star in campus recreation
Chris Spencer is an emerging campus recreation professional who is making waves in the field with his work at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and his commitment to the NIRSA Championship Series.
Now Open: On-Campus Summer Camps
In the June 2023 issue of Athletic Business Magazine, writer Michael Popke catches up with three NIRSA members to talk about how campus rec programs are supporting communities through youth summer camps.
NIRSA Facility Feature: The WELL at Sacramento State
The WELL at Sacramento State University reflects multiple NIRSA strategic values. It’s easy to see why this was one of two unanimously selected entries by review committee members for the 2022 NIRSA Outstanding Facility Awards.