The NIRSA Annual Conference & Campus Rec and Wellness Expo is the Association’s premier learning and networking event. Every year, collegiate recreation professionals, students, and exhibitor representatives from across North America come together for the express purpose of advancing the profession of campus recreation and wellbeing.

Join the Association in Portland

This year, we will be in Rip City, Portland, Oregon from March 29–April 1.


Don’t miss this chance to reconvene, reconnect, and move forward together gaining essential core competencies to advance your career. Choose from 60+ presentations by leaders in the industry.

Take advantage of early bird registration pricing discounts through February 16 and be sure to book a room in the discounted NIRSA room block of official conference hotels.

Outstanding speakers and in-depth learning opportunities

Attendees will have a chance to attend the All Conference Social at The Redd, a historic venue in Portland’s Central Eastside district, among other networking events. You’ll also want to check out the Campus Rec & Wellness Expo, and hear some outstanding mainstage speakers.

And don’t forget to sign up for one of the great preconference opportunities! Spaces for most preconference opportunities are limited and advanced registration is required for most opportunities.

Don’t miss out on everything NIRSA 2022 has to offer—make sure to register soon to take advantage of early bird prices!

COVID-19 Health & Safety

Attendees will need to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR or Rapid test result within 72 hours of March 29 upon check in at registration. Additionally, the State of Oregon currently has a face mask mandate in place for all indoor activities. Up-to-date information about safety protocols will be shared on the NIRSA 2022 COVID-19 page.