NIRSA Facility Feature: MizzouRec Outdoor Fitness Space
The University of Missouri (Mizzou) recently opened its MizzouRec Outdoor Fitness Space to students and was recognized with a 2025 NIRSA Outstanding Facilities Award, sponsored by Mondo.
All aboard! Meet the 2025-2026 NIRSA, Foundation, and NSC Presidents
NIRSA’s Member Engagement & Online Communities Coordinator Lamont Mayer Jr. recently caught up with the three leaders who are serving as Presidents on the three respective NIRSA Boards of Directors.
Wanted: More student development opportunities
In the July/August 2025 issue of Athletic Business Magazine, Michael Popke interviews two NIRSA members to talk about how colleges are offering transformative experiences to students through employment in campus rec centers.
NIRSA Facility Feature: UMass Climbing Facility
The UMass Climbing Facility at University of Massachusetts Amherst was one of the four recipients of a 2025 Outstanding Facilities Awards; see some of the highlights that impressed the selection committee.
Remembering Sev-Ira Brown: A giant among us
Former NIRSA leader, mentor, and champion for inclusion, Sev-Ira Brown leaves a lasting legacy; he passed away on May 17.
NIRSA institutional membership benefits expand to meet industry needs
In the June 2025 issue of Athletic Business Magazine, Michael Popke interviews two NIRSA members and two members of NIRSA staff to talk about how NIRSA has recently bolstered its institutional membership program.
Orlando insights from longtime member Sadat Khan, now of Kahler Slater
NIRSA associate member Kahler Slater is pleased to announce Sadat Khan has joined the firm as Recreation & Wellness Program Strategist; longtime NIRSA professional member Sadat shares insights from NIRSA 2025 in Orlando.
Navigating the intramural and club sports landscape
In the May 2025 issue of Athletic Business Magazine, Michael Popke interviews four NIRSA members to talk about the intramural and club sports landscape and NIRSA's role in supporting professionals.
Celebrating 75 years of NIRSA in Orlando this April
In the April 2025 issue of Athletic Business Magazine, Michael Popke interviews four NIRSA members to talk about this year's signature learning and networking event for the Association, NIRSA 2025.
Updating your rec center’s locker room is a breeze with Zephyr Secure
Zephyr Secure offers a diverse portfolio of locker lock solutions; see how they can help you effortlessly manage locker settings while keeping your campus community’s belongings safe and secure inside your facilities.