
NIRSA President Town Hall--October 2021
Recorded On: 10/07/2021
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NIRSA President, Cara Lucia, PhD, and other members of the NIRSA Board of Directors hosted a virtual town hall event and answered questions and gave updates about the Association, specifically around NIRSA’s strategic plan and ongoing strategic priority work.
This virtual town hall was a great chance to learn more about NIRSA efforts around inclusive excellence, health and wellbeing, and reimagined learning and networking opportunities. NIRSA’s financial health was also discussed.

Cara Lucia, PhD
NIRSA President
Elon University

Mila Padgett
NIRSA President Designee; Director, Campus Recreation and Wellness
University of South Carolina Aiken

Wendy Windsor, EdD, CRSS
NIRSA President Elect; Director, Campus Recreation
Tulane University
I am currently the Director of Campus Recreation at Tulane University where I provide leadership and oversight to all aspects of our recreations and wellness programs. Prior to Tulane, I held positions at UCLA, LSU, MTSU, and Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Being a former athlete, my passion is sports as I am a huge supporter of women's intercollegiate athletics.
I enjoy all sorts of recreation activities including golf and hiking. I am also a passionate Samples baseball fan!
Education Background
Psychology, B.A., Clemson University
Health & Human Performance, M.Ed Auburn University
Sport Management, Ed.D, United States Sports Academy

Derek Hottell, Ph.D
NIRSA At Large Director; Coordinator of Accreditation
University of Louisville
