This Ideas in Motion discussion supports professionals managing adventure programs, trips, gear rental, climbing spaces, and outdoor education. Join live to explore topics that may include risk management, staffing, programming ideas, and other initiatives. Connect with others committed to growing the impact of outdoor recreation on campus.

These Ideas in Motion sessions support professionals who recruit, train, mentor, and manage student employees. Connect with peers to explore this sessions topic to enhance your students' success. Bring your questions and share what’s working in your student development ecosystem.

The NIRSA Assembly is actively exploring key issues shaping the future of collegiate recreation. In this webinar, Assembly members will share updates from their current focus areas—Preparation & Development for Collegiate Recreation, Accessibility & Accommodations, and AI & Technology’s Impact on the Field. Participants will hear how each group has been approaching its work to date and will be invited to provide feedback to help guide next steps.

Join NIRSA Ideas in Motion Virtual Roundtables! These live, unrecorded discussions are a space for collegiate recreation professionals to connect, share ideas, and tackle challenges together. Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, topics rotate to keep conversations timely and relevant. Join live—engage, share, and grow.

Learn what NIRSA member institutions are building in the field of collegiate recreation across campuses nationwide between the years of 2008 - 2020.

Calling all go-getters and game-changers! Learn about volunteering with NIRSA, the NIRSA Foundation, and the NIRSA Championship Series! Join us to explore opportunities to shape the 2026-2027 leadership year. Learn about the time commitments, workload, and—most importantly—the rewarding experiences that come with being part of these dynamic teams. Your next adventure in leadership starts here, don’t miss it!

The Student Well-being Institutional Support Survey (SWISS) includes an optional, add-on question set centering on climate for well-being in Campus Recreation programs, services and facilities. This webinar will summarize student responses to that question set and how those responses differ by key student characteristics. Broadly, the webinar will discuss students’ feelings of comfort and safety in the facilities and with the staff, reasons some students do not interact with Campus Recreation, and the impact of Campus Recreation on student well-being and belonging.

Learning Outcomes

As a result of attending this webinar, learners will be able to: 

1. Learn about the most common reasons students don’t come to campus rec programs, facilities, and services; and how to address these reasons
2. Learn about campus recreation’s role in supporting student well-being and sense of belonging.
3. Learn about student feelings of safety and comfort in interacting with campus recreation services, programs, facilities, and staff.

Continuing Education Credits

Participants who complete this program will be eligible for Continuing Education (CE) credits in either the Core Student Affairs Educator Certification (CSAEd™) or Certified Student Affairs Educator-Campus Recreation (CSAEd-CR™).  

NIRSA has been approved by the Higher Education Consortium for Student Affairs Certification to provide CE credit for Certified Student Affairs Educators (CSAEd™). NIRSA is solely responsible for all aspects of this program. 

This webinar qualifies for the amount and types of CE credit listed below: 

• CE Credit value: 1
• CE Credit Type: Core, Campus Recreation Specialty

How to get CE credits for attending this course:

1. Attend the live webinar or watch the webinar recording once published to this page
2. Upon completion, submit a program evaluation at this link
3. Within two weeks of completing the survey, you should receive a certificate of completion via email

Esports can be a varsity-style sport and a social magnet at the same time. In this webinar we unpack what works on real campuses. Our team has visited dozens of campuses across the country in the last few years and seen sports and esports spaces in all shapes and sizes. We will share what works, what does not, and why, including when to invest in competitive arenas, when a casual drop-in lounge wins, and how to keep both active after hours.

Learning Outcomes

As a result of attending this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Distinguish competitive versus casual esports spaces and when each drives the most engagement.
• Apply space utilization tactics that keep rooms active after hours with self-service gear access.
• Build a phased plan that starts small, measures demand, and scales with partners across campus.

The NIRSA Mentor Match Program most recently was a component of the Career Development Committee until that group was dissolved. For a little more than a year it has functioned as a responsibility of the Membership Engagement Coordinator with some volunteer help. This program has provided an extraordinary free professional development opportunity for many students and professionals at multiple levels with a wide variety of experiences but is vastly underutilized by members of NIRSA. The purpose of this Association Information session is to enlighten members about the program, why they should participate, how the program works, benefits realized, and how they can contribute to the program. We will explore ideas for promotion, networking, recruitment, and techniques to enhance the experience for those involved. A variety of presenters with diverse backgrounds and experiences will share their takeaways and insights while we gather valuable feedback and suggestions from participants.

Make the most of your NIRSA 2026 Conference experience by diving into this all-in-one guide for Awards! If you're thinking about applying, this session will help you navigate every step with confidence. We’ll walk through application requirements, deadlines, and FAQs, and share helpful tips and insights from past award recipients about what made their experience so impactful. Learn how to put your best foot forward, avoid common missteps, and hear what stood out in successful applications. We’ll also open the floor for your questions—so bring your curiosity and get ready to feel informed, inspired, and ready to celebrate excellence in campus recreation!