News and updates related to research initiatives.
Get ready for the 2017 NIRSA Salary Census
The NIRSA Research & Assessment Committee is pleased to announce the release of a new iteration of the NIRSA Salary Census.
NIRSA’s Concussion Advisory Council launches concussion survey
NIRSA has recognized the need for the profession to identify best practices that mitigate these risks and enhance the safety of student participation.
Nominations are open for the NIRSA Research & Assessment Award
The NIRSA Research & Assessment Committee urges you to recognize your deserving colleagues by nominating them for this award. Recipients will be recognized at the 2018 NIRSA Annual Conference.
Announcing the recipients of the 2017 NIRSA Research Grant Program
The NIRSA Foundation—who is committed to supporting the NIRSA Research Grant Program—is pleased to announce this year’s grant recipients.
Deadlines extended for three presentation opportunities at NIRSA 2018
The deadline to submit proposals for NIRSA 2018 lightning talks, research hour, and poster presentations has been extended until October 18.
RSJ highlights: transgender policies in recreation
In 2015, the Recreational Sports Journal published an article on the current policies and practices regarding transgender student participation in recreation at NIRSA member institutions.
Apply to volunteer with CAS today
Currently, the Council for Advancement of Standards in Higher Education has determined that various committees need more volunteers and have extended an invitation to NIRSA member professionals specifically to serve on those committees.
Andy Milton has been appointed to serve as a CAS Director
Andy Milton, RCRSP and Director of Campus Recreation at St. Ambrose University is NIRSA’s new Alternate Director to the Board of Directors of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS).
Don’t forget to apply for a NIRSA Research Grant before June 30
The NIRSA Research & Assessment Committee is currently accepting applications for the NIRSA Research Grant Program. All grant applications are due by Friday, June 30.
The Board of Directors approves the new NIRSA Research Agenda
The most significant revision to the NIRSA Research Agenda is its intentional alignment with NIRSA’s Strategic Values and Core Competencies.