Michael PopkeMichael Popke is a freelance writer based in Madison, Wis., and a former editor at AQUA and Athletic Business. He now owns Two Lakes Media (twolakesmedia.com) and has won awards for his writing.Rec CenterNIRSA Report Offers Insights on State of Campus RecreationFour years after COVID-19 upended campus recreation, the profession is adjusting to new realities that emerged in the pandemic’s wake.April 2, 2024AquaticsHow New Technology Is Assisting Lifeguards With Drowning PreventionAquatics professionals need no reminder that drowning is one of the leading causes of unintentional injury-related deaths, especially among children; they’re on the front lines — and pool decks — every day. They’re also facing a potential fourth consecutiApril 1, 2024Rec CenterNIRSA Emphasizes Inclusion and Representation Heading Into 75th YearOn Feb. 22, 1950, Dr. William N. Wasson organized a meeting of 20 professionals from 11 Historically Black Colleges and Universities to discuss his findings in “A Comparative Study of Intramural Programs in Negro Colleges,” which was funded by...January 1, 2024Rec CenterHow NIRSA Is Helping Mitigate the Officials Shortage by Certifying StudentsKelsey Jones began officiating intramurals basketball as a freshman at the University of Central Florida in 2011. By her junior year, she was working junior college games, earning $125 for a few hours of work.November 1, 2023Rec CenterHow Campus Recreation Departments Can Leverage Social Media for MarketingLaura Gilham knows marketing. After all, she worked in the Office of Strategic Communications at Penn State University before moving into her role as assistant director of marketing for the university’s Campus Recreation department.October 4, 2023Rec CenterHow College Rec Programs Are Embracing Flag FootballNo fewer than seven states sanction high school girls’ flag football, with at least one more (New York) joining the ranks in 2024. And roughly 20 states offer pilot programs in the sport.September 20, 2023AquaticsHow to Keep Natatorium Air and Water CleanMisperceptions abound about indoor pools and outdoor pools. One of the biggest has to do with costs to build and operate.September 18, 2023Rec CenterPreparing for the Next Generation of Collegiate Recreation LeadersThis is a tale of two campus recreation administrators seeking to make a difference at their institutions.June 30, 2023AquaticsDesigning an Aquatics Facility to Maximize Programming FlexibilityWhen the City of Sedalia, Mo., began designing the aquatics components of what would become the 92,000-square-foot Heckart Community Center, plans called for a leisure pool, a competition pool and a whirlpool. But then local school district officials...June 30, 2023Rec CenterHow Campus Rec Programs Are Supporting Communities Through Youth Summer CampsThis summer marks the 28th year the University of Denver is offering summer camps, introducing sports and wellness activities to area kids. For 13 weeks, from late May to mid-August, 200 participants between the ages of 5 and 11 will attend...May 18, 2023Page 1 of 7Next PageTop StoriesGoverning BodiesNew Virginia Law Allows Schools to Negotiate NIL Deals Directly with AthletesVirginia governor Glenn Youngkin signed House Bill 1505 into law on Thursday, allowing state colleges and universities to compensate their own student-athletes through NIL deals without restriction from the NCAA.Gym & FieldhouseHigh School Granted $8M in FEMA Funds to Repair Gym Damaged During HurricaneGoverning BodiesFeds: Schools, Coaches Can't Suspend Athletes During Misconduct ProbesFundraisingFundraising Friday: $9M Gift to Give West Florida a New Football StadiumSponsored ContentPlastic + Rubber = Rolled Rubber Tracks That Last