Professional Development

News and updates related to opportunities for professional development.

Make your case to attend NIRSA 2024 in Phoenix

Make the case for developing your team's skills and connections: Show your boss why you need to be at NIRSA 2024.

By Brooke Ruot and Brittany Rejda|2024-01-16T09:31:17-08:00January 16, 2024|Categories: Conference, Professional Development|Tags: NIRSA 2024|

Take advantage of a CSAEd exam prep bootcamp provided by NIRSA

Join us for a CSAed informational session on Wednesday, February 7 and register today for the three-part webinar series on exam preparation!

By Taylor Barnett|2024-01-08T12:42:01-08:00January 8, 2024|Categories: Professional Development|Tags: certifications, webinar|

There’s so much to do at NIRSA 2024—session details are now available!

The sessions overview is now accessible on the NIRSA 2024 conference website! Start scoping out what sessions interest you and your team most.

By Taylor Barnett|2024-01-03T08:18:15-08:00January 3, 2024|Categories: Conference|Tags: networking, NIRSA 2024, professional development|

The NIRSA Foundation has something for everyone at Phoenix 2024

The fundraising goal for the 2024 conference is $50,000. Help the NIRSA Foundation extend your generosity to the future of campus rec by making a charitable contribution.

By Becky Sowers|2023-12-15T08:07:21-08:00December 15, 2023|Categories: Conference, Philanthropy|Tags: NIRSA 2024, nirsa foundation|

Coming soon: Well-being in Higher Education Week

“Well-being in Higher Education: Raising Literacy and Advancing the Conversation” is a series of free, virtual events taking place February 26 - March 1, 2024.

By Erin O'Sullivan|2023-12-07T15:50:00-08:00December 7, 2023|Categories: Professional Development, Special Events|Tags: health & wellbeing, online learning, strategic partnership|

Unlock opportunity: Register today for NIRSA 2024

NIRSA is thrilled to announce the opening of registration for its highly anticipated 2024 Annual Conference and Campus Rec & Wellness Expo. Register by March 6 to save!

By Brittany Rejda|2024-01-02T09:31:16-08:00December 5, 2023|Categories: Conference|Tags: campus rec expo, networking, NIRSA 2024, professional development|

A look into factors that influence site selection for NIRSA events

NIRSA is actively engaged in demonstrating our values through our actions; the NIRSA Board has recently reconsidered NIRSA’s site selection guidelines.

By Dr. Wendy Windsor and Pam Watts|2023-11-16T07:19:33-08:00November 16, 2023|Categories: Professional Development|Tags: strategic values|

Submit a presentation proposal for the 2024 ERSL Conference

Submit a presentation proposal for the 2024 ERSL Conference taking place in Birmingham, Alabama! The deadline to submit a proposal is Wednesday, December 6.

By Anja Shelton and Trevon Walker|2023-10-30T07:59:26-07:00October 30, 2023|Categories: Professional Development|Tags: career development, equity diversity inclusion, ersl, networking|

Sharing my story and encouraging you to apply for NIRSA Foundation support

Seneca Wilson, Director of Recreation at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, shares his journey and invites NIRSA students and professionals to follow in his footsteps with support from the NIRSA Foundation.

By Seneca Wilson|2023-09-26T12:25:18-07:00September 25, 2023|Categories: Philanthropy, Professional Development|Tags: member benefits, nirsa foundation, scholarships|

Showcase top classes from your campus in the NIRSA 2024 Fitness Forum

Submit proposals for the NIRSA 2024 Fitness Forum! The deadline to submit a proposal is Monday, November 6.

By Kelley Hungerford|2023-09-01T07:50:15-07:00September 1, 2023|Categories: Conference, Professional Development|Tags: campus rec expo, career development, fitness, health & wellbeing, NIRSA 2024|

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