Giving thanks during this special time of year…

By Stan Shingles, 2015-2016 NIRSA President, Assistant Vice President at Central Michigan University

The calendar will soon turn to 2016; and while the New Year offers us the occasion to set new challenges, goals, and directions, now is the time of year to share our appreciation and gratitude with the people and organizations who make […]

By NIRSA Communications|2016-10-28T23:58:42-07:00December 9, 2015|Categories: Blogs|Tags: , , , |

It starts with us!

By Stan Shingles, 2015-2016 NIRSA President, Assistant Vice President at Central Michigan University

I recently attended both the Michigan and Illinois Intramural-Recreational Sports  Association workshops. Attending these workshops brought back fond memories of my formative years of service in the Association. I attended my first NIRSA-related event—the Illinois State Workshop—while a graduate student at […]

By NIRSA Communications|2016-10-28T23:59:43-07:00November 3, 2015|Categories: Blogs|Tags: , , , , |

Build your network

By Stan Shingles, 2015-2016 NIRSA President, Assistant Vice President at Central Michigan University

As the calendar turns from summer to fall, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your journey for this year. There is so much to accomplish, and the start of a fresh school year brings us visions, new goals, creates new challenges, […]

By NIRSA Communications|2017-07-16T03:33:44-07:00October 4, 2015|Categories: Blogs, Leadership|Tags: , , |

“Be Your Best”

By Stan Shingles, 2015-2016 NIRSA President, Assistant Vice President at Central Michigan University

As my NIRSA journey continues, I continue to marvel, “Oh, the Places We Will Go!” This summer has been one of great service opportunities and experiences for me and many other NIRSA members. The excellent work of our Association is being […]

By NIRSA Communications|2019-03-04T06:56:56-08:00August 27, 2015|Categories: Blogs|Tags: |

Oh, the places you’ll go

By Stan Shingles, Assistant Vice President at Central Michigan University

Writing to you for the first time as NIRSA President, I’m mindful of NIRSA’s recent accomplishments, its talented leadership and active member engagement, and the considerable challenges facing our profession and our association. As I reflect on these opportunities, assets, and obstacles, I’m reminded of a […]

By NIRSA Communications|2017-07-16T03:33:48-07:00May 13, 2015|Categories: Blogs, Leadership|Tags: , , |

Making the most of your moments

By Laurie Braden, 2014–2015 NIRSA President

In just a short time we will be gathering in Grapevine, Texas for our 66th Annual Conference & Recreational Sports Exposition.  In addition to being the very best opportunity for collegiate recreation professionals and students to grow their skills, this annual event is both a homecoming and a family reunion […]

By NIRSA Communications|2017-07-16T03:33:51-07:00March 25, 2015|Categories: Blogs, Leadership|Tags: , |
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