Become a leader in collegiate recreation

Member expertise and commitment greatly contribute to the advancement of Association goals through leadership activities.

With a position comes responsibility to fulfill duties and obligations in the highest professional manner, while upholding the mission, vision, goals, objectives, and ideals of the Association.

Serving in a leadership position provides members with an opportunity to further develop professional skills and network with colleagues across the Association.

Applications

Applications are required to be considered for NIRSA leadership roles. Due dates vary and are typically between October–January, except for the Assembly which is due in the spring.

Many Ways to Lead

You don’t have to commit to a full term of volunteer leadership service to make a difference; get involved by presenting your ideas, research, or experiences at a NIRSA webinar or event.

Pathways into Leadership

No matter your current skill level, career path, or available time, you can tap into long-term success through NIRSA Pathways into Leadership.

Pathways into Leadership Flyer

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Pathways into Leadership Webinar

Recorded September 24, 2020.

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Leadership OpportunityLeadership TypePrevious NIRSA Experience NecessaryApplication AvailableStudent OpportunitiesPositions Available Annually

“Strategically driving and positioning the Association”

The Board of Directors’ role is to function as the visionary leadership group that strategically positions and drives the Association. The Board is responsible for strategic planning, exercising fiduciary and legal responsibilities, establishing policy, and serving as sole shareholder of NIRSA Services Corporation.

It is a seven person Board comprised of three officers in the Presidential Track positions (President, President Designee, and President Elect), three At-Large Directors, and a Board-elected Annual Director. The Presidential Track and At-Large Director positions serve a three year term.

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Initial Application Due October
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“Strategically driving and positioning the Association”

The Board of Directors’ role is to function as the visionary leadership group that strategically positions and drives the Association. The Board is responsible for strategic planning, exercising fiduciary and legal responsibilities, establishing policy, and serving as sole shareholder of NIRSA Services Corporation.

It is a seven person Board comprised of three officers in the Presidential Track positions (President, President Designee, and President Elect), three At-Large Directors, and a Board-elected Annual Director. The Presidential Track and At-Large Director positions serve a three year term.

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