In the wake of the tragedies and violence in Louisiana, Minnesota, Dallas, and Orlando among others, the NIRSA Board of Directors took the opportunity this summer to reaffirm its commitment to maintaining open dialogue that articulates the values of the Association.
The deadline for NIRSA Annual Service Award nominations has been extended until September 28. Nominate a deserving colleague today.
We are thrilled to announce that the American Heart Association has become an associate member of the Association. We encourage individual and institutional NIRSA members to select associate members when choosing their preferred vendors.
A recent Special Olympics meting brought together sports leaders from across North America. NIRSA was pleased to be among a small number of Special Olympics partners that were also invited.
The PHIT Act—which would allow Health Savings Account (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Account (FSAs) funds to be used for qualifying physical activity expenses—has seen significant progress as of late.
Several years ago, University Recreation identified sustainability as one of its primary values. See how that investment is paying off.
We are heartbroken once again. The horrific violence in Louisiana, Minnesota, and Dallas has left us reeling. As was the case with the hateful and tragic attack in Orlando, NIRSA grieves with and offers our condolences to the families and communities affected.
As campus recreation professionals—whether we work in aquatics or marketing, facilities or club sports—most of us are first and foremost in the business of developing students and increasing their leadership capacities. This is why leadership has been identified as one of the six strategic values of collegiate recreation.
By Valerie McCutchan
It was 10 years ago on June 27, 2006 that 13 NIRSA members gathered in the NIRSA Headquarters conference room for the summit that would result in the creation of the NIRSA Championship Series’ guiding principles. Those principles still serve as the framework of the Series.
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Wellness centers are emerging on college campuses both as a new concept and as a re-imagining of traditional recreation offerings. They encompass preventative as well as reactive services including student health, counseling centers, and programming designed to appeal to historically-underserved populations. It’s a trend that extends beyond facility usage and marks a positive, health-conscious change […]
