NIRSA Member Network 2026-2027
The NIRSA Member Network…
The NIRSA Member Network serves as a vehicle for communication between NIRSA’s many leadership groups and our diverse body of professional and student members.
The Member Network focuses its efforts on recruitment, retention, engagement, advocacy, networking, oversight of NIRSA’s State/Provincial Directors and Student Leaders, and the facilitation of regional educational opportunities.
NIRSA’s Member Network helps to coordinate activities and communication between members— especially on the local and regional levels. Regional Representatives work alongside the Student Leadership Team as NIRSA leaders committed to ensuring that members in their area have the information and resources they need to do their jobs well. They also serve as advocates for their constituents to NIRSA policymakers on the national level.
As our association continues to grow, NIRSA’s Member Network is here to connect you with information, support, and opportunities. You are encouraged to directly contact your Regional Student Leader or Regional Representative with your questions, suggestions, and ideas.
Composition
The Member Network is composed of the following members:
- Members of the NIRSA Board of Directors
- Seven Regional Representatives, one from each region (staggered two-year terms)
- In even years, Regions II, IV, VI elect new Regional Representatives. In odd years, Regions I, III, V and Canada elect new Regional Representatives.
- Seven Regional Student Leaders, one from each region (one-year terms)
- NIRSA Student Leader (one-year term)
- Member Network Chair (one-year term)
Position Descriptions
- Regional Representative position description
- Regional Student Leader position description
- NIRSA Student Leader position description
If you have questions about the positions on the Member Network, please contact your Member Network Regional Representative or Student Leader.
Recruitment and Application Process
During the recruitment and application period of July to September, members are encouraged to forward names of qualified candidates to the Member Network by sending the person’s name and school to elections@nirsa.org or a member of the Member Network.
Region I, III, V, and Canada Regional Representatives
The Regional Representatives for Regions I, III, V, and Canada are elected to a two-year term during odd-numbered years. Initial application forms will be available in fall of 2026, and elections will take place in January 2027.
Regions II, IV and VI Regional Representatives
Regional Representative positions for Regions II, IV, and VI will open again for the 2028 elections.