Encouraging support in trying times
NIRSA Executive Director Pam Watts and NIRSA President David Davenport met today on Instagram live to discuss what's been going on in the Association since their last letter to members.
In solidarity and action
As a follow-up to the last "Message from NIRSA," NIRSA president David Davenport and NIRSA Executive Director Pam Watts share their perspectives on ongoing, systemic racism and NIRSA's action steps.
What is the action that we can take that will make positive change?
Over the past several days, outrage and anger and sadness poured out into the streets across the U.S. NIRSA will continue to champion equity, diversity, and inclusion as crucial to healthy people and healthy communities.
Pivot with purpose
Serving as a leader for NIRSA means expanding your view past the here and now to continue the long-term viability and legacy of our profession’s association.
My heart is full this fall
NIRSA President Leah Hall Dorothy reminds us to "take time this autumn to reflect on what you are thankful for and consider ways that you can share your time, talent, treasure, and thanks heading into 2020."
Who the heck is Cal Ripken Jr.?
With more than 18 million students flocking to college campuses across the United States alone this year, it makes for an exciting time of new beginnings and fresh starts.
Participation is a key to two-way communication
NIRSA President Leah Hall Dorothy saw firsthand the Member Network and Student Leadership Team at work; these volunteers are critical to advancing a NIRSA Strategic Plan that is firmly grounded in our Association's value proposition.
Calling all generations in campus rec: Boomers, Xers, Millennials, and Gen Z
NIRSA President Leah Hall Dorthy explores what NIRSA members are doing, as an association of professionals, to evolve collegiate recreation to meet the needs of emerging professionals.
Don’t confuse your title with your purpose
What does it mean to you to be a higher education professional? Connect with incoming NIRSA President Leah Hall Dorothy and start a conversation.
Thanks for helping me and NIRSA thrive this year!
"This has been an awesome (and fast) year of learning, leading, and moving our great association forward," says 2018-2019 NIRSA President Ken Morton as he reflects on his term on the NIRSA Board of Directors.