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 CenterWhy Continuing Education Continues to Be of Importance During the PandemicFor many campus recreation professionals, AB Show 2021 in San Antonio was the first in-person industry event they attended since at least 2019, and it might have felt a little weird...January 5, 2022Rec CenterCollege Rec Hiring, Staffing During the PandemicDuring so-called “normal” times — that is, before the COVID-19 pandemic — the University of Minnesota’s Recreation and Wellness Department employed about 700 students. By the time campus recreation facilities reopened in the summer of 2020 with limited prNovember 3, 2021ProgrammingHow NIRSA Mentors Leaders in College RecreationWhen she was an undergraduate student at Loyola University Chicago, a career in campus recreation wasn't even on Veronica Ballinger's radar.October 6, 2021Rec CenterHow Rec Sports Can Be A Vehicle for Social ChangeIn May, as state legislatures around the country were advancing bills regarding the participation of transgender individuals in organized sports, NIRSA issued a statement declaring the association's support of transgender athletes.September 8, 2021ProgrammingHow Climbing Walls Became Essential to Campus Rec CentersAs campus recreation directors welcome students back to their facilities this fall, finding new ways to engage them with post-pandemic programming will be critical. The climbing wall might be a solid place to start.July 28, 2021Stadium & ArenaHow Hayward Field Evolved Track and Field DesignFor the first time in three years, on April 2-3, the University of Oregon track and field team hosted a meet at Hayward Field. And it was glorious.July 26, 2021Rec CenterHow to Create an Inclusive Campus Recreation EnvironmentCampus recreation has come a long way since the days when women weren't recognized as NIRSA members — true story! — but the need for progress never stops. For example, some segments within student populations may still feel like they don't belong at rec cJuly 14, 2021ProgrammingNew Generation of College Rec Centers Focuses on WellbeingIn student surveys at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas, 24/7 interconnectivity emerged as one of the top barriers to improving wellbeing. Lack of sleep is another.June 1, 2021ProgrammingMoving College Rec Programming to Outdoor SpacesMoving your campus recreation center operations from a 250,000-square-foot building to a 4,000-square-foot outdoor tent isn't on any campus recreation director's wish list. But that's exactly what officials at the University of Oregon did earlier this yeaMay 5, 2021FitnessSmart Fitness Online Product Launch Highlights Fitness Equipment from TaiwanPeople’s exercise habits have changed dramatically in the wake of the global coronavirus pandemic, and fitness equipment manufacturers are paying attention.May 4, 2021Page 1 of 4Next PageTop StoriesMarketingOhio State, Louisville Carve Out Advanced NIL ApproachesA total of 220 Ohio State University student-athletes have engaged in 608 reported NIL activities totaling $2.98 million in compensation value — leading the nation in all three categories, according to Opendorse.Safety & SecurityAt Least Eight Dead in Crush at African Soccer GameMarketingRams to Ticketmaster: Sell NFC Championship to Locals OnlyBudgetingSmall High School Concern Over Shot Clock Cost, StaffingGoverning BodiesIndiana Transgender Ban Moves Forward
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