NIRSA Assembly
The think-tank for the future of collegiate recreation
The NIRSA Assembly is a forward-thinking leadership group that focuses on the “hot topics” affecting the profession of collegiate recreation right now and will continue to in the future.
Made up of NIRSA professional and student members, as well as non-NIRSA members, the Assembly is an important mechanism for germinating new ideas and shaping the future of collegiate recreation—on NIRSA member institution campuses and beyond.
Whether they are examining how to articulate the value of Campus Recreation or they are exploring collaborative relationships within higher education and the recreation industry, Assembly members enjoy vetting ideas in highly participatory idea exchanges and desire to be catalysts for action and results.
Below you will find a number of resources and ongoing discussions through which you can learn about the NIRSA Assembly’s recent and upcoming projects and share your thoughts.
How to Get Involved
Each Assembly member is hand selected for their unique perspective, experiences, and passion for the collegiate recreation profession. Their efforts will contribute to the important task of participating in and facilitating thought-provoking discussions regarding the future of the profession.
Assembly members:
- Participate in peer discussions and collaborate on projects
- Share insights through presentations, publications, and community dialogue
- Some of the ways the Assembly shares their findings include developing a panel or educational session at the NIRSA Conference & Campus Rec Expo and regional conferences, creating a resource guide to be featured on the Assembly webpage, writing NIRSA news articles, and facilitating discussion with members through the NIRSA Connect Community.
Being part of the Assembly is an opportunity to grow as a leader, connect with others across the profession, and contribute meaningfully to NIRSA’s vision for the future.
If you would like more information on how to get involved with the Assembly, please email Senior Director of Member Engagement, Sarah Leskovec.
Composition
The framework for the Assembly was developed and refined by the Assembly Work Team and Governance Transition Team, and approved by the NIRSA Board of Directors. The Assembly can expand up to a maximum of 30 people if additional individuals would bring specific knowledge regarding special topics or tasks.
