Kurt Klier has been featured in Referee Magazine
NIRSA member Kurt Klier, Assistant Director of Sport Clubs at the University of Maryland-College Park, is featured in two articles in the June 2017 issue of Referee Magazine.
NIRSA officials spotlight: Greg Allensworth
Professional tennis umpire Greg Allensworth's courts have been relatively controversy-free at elite-level matches over the years. But it was a controversial call he made while a student that gave him the confidence to pursue a career as an official.
Dedicated rec leader Dr. Lawrence Sierra has passed away
It is with deep sadness that NIRSA shares the news that Dr. Lawrence Sierra passed away on May 6 at age 79 following complications from a stroke he suffered during the winter.
Officiating skills become life skills
See what the officials from the 2017 NIRSA National Basketball Championships tournament have to say about their experience. With your help, NIRSA will continue to provide training to another generation of students who officiate.
NIRSA community mourns the passing of passionate campus rec leader Sarah Fain
It is with great sadness that NIRSA shares that Sarah Fain, a member of the NIRSA family for 23 years, passed away on Monday, April 3 after a bold and graceful battle with colon cancer.
Old Dominion’s Military Connection program supports students
26% of students admitted to Old Dominion University have a military affiliation. ODU's Recreation and Wellness department is committed to helping these students successfully navigate the transition to academic life.
Collegiate recreation is all about inclusion
One of this Association’s strategic values is equity, diversity, and inclusion and NIRSA has long supported campus rec departments in their efforts to promote inclusive environments.
UREC at the University of Arkansas celebrates Love Yourself Week
Love Yourself Week—an initiative which promotes self-love, self-care, and self-empowerment on campus—was celebrated on the University of Arkansas campus from February 13-17.
An inside look at Portland State University’s Campus Rec brand strategy
Two years ago, Campus Rec at Portland State University took a critical look at its brand; Marketing and Outreach Coordinator Erin Merz shares what they've learned in the years since.
The University of Texas at Austin Recreational Sports celebrates its 100th anniversary
The 2016–2017 year marks the 100th anniversary of the Division of Recreational Sports at the University of Texas at Austin. A year-long celebration will culminate this spring .
Oregon State celebrates a 100-year legacy of sport, leadership, and wellness
In 1916, formalized intramural programming at Oregon State University started. 2016 marked 100 years of collegiate recreation for OSU.
NIRSA officials spotlight: Steven Anderson
No matter how many NBA games or internationally-acclaimed tournaments Steve Anderson officiates, he can be found at the University of Central Florida at the start of every fall.
UCF’s rec center hosts its first community policing discussion
When the climate of the country is tense, it can often be tempting to see the rec center as an escape. Campus recreation professionals are in a unique position to affect students' lives with traditional and non-traditional programs.
Georgia Tech is at the forefront of integrated wellness, an emerging trend in collegiate recreation
NIRSA institutional member Georgia Tech believes the integration of physical activity programs with work on mental health, physical health, etc. is important to the development of today’s college student’s lifelong goals related to wellbeing.
Jessica Whitt at Washington State University is heading to Dubai with Pink Gloves Boxing
Jessica Whitt, Assistant Director of Fitness Services and Instruction at Washington State University’s University Recreation, will follow her passion for teaching fitness by coaching at the first Pink Gloves Boxing training camp in Dubai this coming December.
South Dakota State University is at the forefront of integrated wellness, an emerging trend in collegiate recreation
NIRSA institutional member South Dakota State University believes the integration of physical activity programs with work on mental health, physical health, etc. is important to developing today’s college student’s lifelong goals related to wellbeing.
Longtime NIRSA member Stan Campbell is honored with student advocacy award
Longtime NIRSA member Stan Campbell has been honored with the inaugural Student Affairs Student Advocate Award from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
California State University-Northridge is at the forefront of integrated wellness, an emerging trend in collegiate recreation
California State University-Northridge is one of the schools at the forefront of integrated wellness centers, an emerging trend on college campuses.
Up close with the Professional Registry: Earl Cabellon
Earl Cabellon started his career in collegiate recreation as a student at the University of Rhode Island where he first became invested in the field. Learn how he leveraged that investment by maintaining his status in the Registry of Collegiate Recreation Sports Professionals.
WSU’s University Recreation on the way to achieving zero waste
Several years ago, University Recreation identified sustainability as one of its primary values. See how that investment is paying off.
