Recent Region I News
Present at the 2024 NIRSA Region 1 Conference!
WANTED: Presenters at the NIRSA Region 1 Conference in Atlantic City, NJ! It's time to answer the call for presentations! The application process for general education sessions at the NIRSA Region 1 Conference has opened, [...]
2024 Region I Award of Merit Winner: Ryan Hagen
Congratulations to the 2024 Region 1 Award of Merit winner, Ryan Hagen! Ryan currently serves as the Associate Athletic Director, Payne Whitney Gymnasium & Campus Recreation at Yale University. Prior to arriving at Yale in [...]
The Knowing NIRSA Series – Volunteerism
We are continuing our "Knowing NIRSA" series with a popular topic: Volunteerism! Learn about what volunteering within NIRSA looks like and how you can become involved at the regional and national level! This is a [...]
2024 NIRSA Region 1 Conference: Atlantic City, Here We Come!
The wait is finally over! We're taking a gamble that this will be a hit, and doubling down that the educational sessions and networking will be aces with all of you! We are happy to [...]
Leap Year: An Extra Day with Extra News!
Hello Region 1 friends! We have gotten so many updates that we are dedicating a post to bring them to you! Student State Leaders WANTED: Are you a student looking for more opportunities in NIRSA? [...]
Recent NIRSA News
- NIRSA insights with President Lashica Thomas – “Let’s talk ” edition September 17, 2025In her September NIRSA President's Notes leadership blog, Lashica Thomas, Director of Campus Recreation at Columbus State University, shares insights with NIRSA members about staying connected, engaged, and inspired.
- What is the value of campus recreation? September 16, 2025In the September 2025 issue of Athletic Business Magazine, Michael Popke interviews three NIRSA members to talk about the value of campus recreation.
- Sharing your knowledge September 9, 2025Have you ever thought about sharing your successes with your peers? Perhaps presenting at your state or provincial workshops, regional conferences, and the NIRSA Conference & Campus Rec Expo is in your future.
- Healthy Campus Week 2025 begins on September 15 September 9, 2025#HEALTHYCAMPUSWEEK2025 is happening September 15–19 and the week-long initiative continues to feature the Largest Physical Activity Challenge, happening this year on Wednesday, September 17!
- The value of volunteering: Why the Championship Series matters September 5, 2025The NIRSA Championship Series is actively recruiting for several volunteer opportunities in basketball, flag football, soccer, and tennis. Many volunteer applications are due September 15. See the value of volunteering!
