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Monday October 19th - Student Lead-On

SLO Meet & Greet – 8:30 AM-9:00 AM EST / 7:30 AM-8:00 AM CST:

Meet & Greet with Coffee
Program Description: Bring your coffee* and join us for an hour of informal conversations to get your Monday started off right!

*Coffee not required
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/95757694471

SLO – 9:10 AM-10:10 AM EST / 8:10 AM-9:10 AM CST:

Discovering Your Conflict Management Style: Leadership Workshop
Program Description: How do you respond to conflict? Do you attack it like a shark? Do you avoid it like a turtle? Come join us to self-reflect on 5 different conflict management styles and discover how to best respond in difficult situations.
REGISTER HERE!
Zoom Link:

Session 1 – 10:20 AM-11:05 AM EST / 9:20 AM-10:05 AM CST:

Virtual Student Success
Presenters: Maham Khan, Graduate Assistant for Competitive Sports – Campbell University, Karlie Stefonik, Graduate Assistant for Competitive Sports – Western Kentucky University
Program Description: Virtual everything has proven to be a challenge in many aspects, but it’s time to make the most of this unique time! Learn how to avoid burnout, network within NIRSA, pursue opportunities to expand your resume and make more connections!
Learning Objectives: Upon completion, the participant will be able to identify and gain awareness of students’ lives in the current climate. Upon completion, the participant will be able to foster student learning and development by supporting students in their academic, personal, and social growth.
Core Competencies: Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Health & Wellbeing; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86523114131

The Importance Of Intentionality: How Creating a Collaborative and Productive Team by Deliberate Selection and Placement Can Help Improve The Short and Long Term Health Of Your Recreation Department
Presenters: Michael Spieldiener, Fitness Graduate Assistant – University of Central Florida
Program Description: This presentation will focus on how making small changes in your hiring and student engagement practices can go a long way in ensuring your staff will become an essential part of your outreach.
Learning Objectives: Defining important steps to become more intentional in the standards that you are setting for training & development. Showing possible solutions to minimize confusion and uncertainty during strenuous times. Start an intellectual dialogue how to best retain and train staff by focusing on individual needs.
Core Competencies: Philosophy & Theory; Human Resources Management
Primary Topic Areas: Fitness; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91762959075

Session 2 – 11:15 AM-12:00 PM EST / 10:15 AM-11:00 AM CST:

Connection in Campus Rec
Presenters: Kaleigh Gabriel, Sean Foley, Lindsay Garcia, Lindsey Perry, Gabi Jasek, & Troy Cornes (SLO Committee Members)
Program Description: We all know that connecting with individuals is incredibly important to our overall health and well-being. However, the last several months have made it quite difficult to stay connected and engaged with others due to the effects of COVID-19. As people continue to work from home or start to move towards normal operations within their workplace, there is no doubt that what people are experiencing is vastly different from anything experienced before. How should you stay connected with your friends, peers, and mentors during this time? How should you work to foster connection among the students and professional staff within your organization? Join us in discussing the importance of connection and learning about 5 key ways to connect and engage in conversations with others, as well as deepen existing relationships.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion, participants will be able to define social connection and understand its importance to overall well-being. Upon completion, participants will be able to understand the importance of connection and its relation to experiences within campus recreation. Upon completion, participants will be able to identify 5 ways to foster connection with individuals around them.
Core Competencies: Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Health & Wellbeing; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82187249612

Which Comes First? The Chicken or the Egg: Transitioning Between Group Fit and Personal Training
Presenters: Gillian Torr, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, NC State Wellness and Recreation Fitness Program Assistant – NC State, Meaghan Harrison, Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer – NC State
Program Description: The presentation will be given via Powerpoint. There will be opportunities for participants to engage with one another in activities as well as the presenters.
Learning Objectives: Discover if GF or PT comes first, and how to progress from one training style to another, increase your adaptability and versatility. Know their audience and how to interact with clients one-on-one or in a group fitness setting. Learn how to share their knowledge and passion for fitness on both a personal and group level.
Core Competencies: Programming; Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Fitness; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/96154674350

SLO: Talk to a GA – 1:30 PM-2:30 PM EST / 12:30 PM-1:30 PM CST:

Talk to a GA
Program Description: Talk to a Competitive Sports GA, Talk to an Aquatics GA or Talk to a Facilities & Operations GA
Zoom Link:Talk to a Competitive Sports GA – https://zoom.us/j/92075319041
Talk to an Aquatics GA – https://zoom.us/j/93680326804
Talk to a Facilities & Operations GA – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81159809236

Session 3 – 2:40 PM-3:40 PM EST / 1:40 PM-2:40 PM CST:

No-Doze: Discover your leadership style
Presenters: Heather Foster, Associate Director – West Virginia University, Emily Murphy, Graduate Assistant of Competitive Sports – West Virginia University, Rachael Finley, Director – York College of PA and Drew Salvador, Assistant Director of Intramurals & Camps – University of Cincinnati
Program Description: Join us for an active learning session about discovering your leadership style. Learn and explore your own leadership style, how you relate with others and how your leadership style presents in a group setting.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this training, participants will be able to: Describe their natural leadership style based on the 4 quadrants activity. Identify at least 1 highlight and 1 shadow side for each of the 4 leadership styles.
Core Competencies: Philosophy & Theory; Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Leadership & Management; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83165212883

Various Skills to Assist You in the Work Place
Presenters: Paden Alie, Graduate Assistant of Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs – University of Mississippi and LeAnne Davis, Graduate Assistant of Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs – University of Mississippi
Program Description: Many students are forced to learn basic professional skills on their own. Attend Various Skills to Assist You in the Work Place to fine tune your skills and/or learn tips and tricks around items including emails, Google/Outlook calendar, Excel, Web-based tools, and more!
Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to implement the various skills learned into their everyday work. Participants will be able to articulate the importance of having these skills in their toolbox in order to prepare to become a young professional.
Core Competencies: Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/95606763953

SLO – 3:50 PM-4:50 PM EST / 2:50 PM-3:50 PM CST:

Student Connection Meeting
Program Description: Please join us for a fun-filled opportunity to meet other students and discuss what is happening in your state, region, and NIRSA.
REGISTER HERE!
Zoom Link:

SLO – 5:00 PM-6:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM-5:00 PM CST:

Student Social
Program Description: Do you think you have the best trivia mind in Region II? Put your skills to the test during the Virtual Trivia Social on Monday at 5:00pm EST/4:00pm CST!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98799950110

Tuesday October 20th - Student Lead-On & Main Conference

SLO – 9:10 AM-10:10 AM EST / 8:10 AM-9:10 AM CST:

Plane Crash Survival Scenario: Team-Building Activity
Program Description: Students will work together using their communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills to determine what items are most essential to a plane crash scenario. The intent of this activity is to develop transferable soft skills that can be utilized in the workplace, school, and any component of life.
REGISTER HERE!
Zoom Link:

Session 4 – 10:20 AM-11:05 AM EST / 9:20 AM-10:05 AM CST:

Courage from Uncomfortability
Presenters: Emily Murphy, Graduate Assistant for Competitive Sports – West Virginia University and Cal McCarthy, Graduate Assistant for Operations & Events – West Virginia University
Program Description: With the current climate of our nation and furthermore the world, our challenge is evident now more than ever: allowing ourselves to be uncomfortable. Courage is more than being brave or not being afraid of snakes or heights. It is also about being able to face uncomfortable situations. While it may not feel like it, discomfort signals personal and professional growth. It’s a compelling expression of your devotion to be a better leader, more inventive, and decisively innovative in the long run. Embrace this with us as we outline just how we can provide open, inclusive spaces with and as students to allow courage to pour in from these unprecedented moments.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion, participants will be able to understand how being uncomfortable is part of the problem-solving process and involved in personal and professional growth. Upon completion, participants will be able to identify strategies, as students, to empower other students as they find and step out of their comfort zones.
Core Competencies: Philosophy & Theory; Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89340431597

Going Up?: Be Confident in Your Elevator Speech
Presenters: LeAnne Davis, Graduate Assistant of Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs – University of Mississippi and Maham Khan, Graduate Assistant for Competitive Sports – Campbell University
Program Description: In today’s world that seems to have more and more limited interactions, how do we make the ones we have more impactful? Having an elevator speech and being confident in delivering it can create a lasting impression. Learn how to develop and deliver your elevator speech just in time to virtually network throughout the conference!
Learning Objectives: Upon completion, the participant will be able to identify effective content to include in their elevator speech. Upon completion, the participant will be able to present themselves effectively in a brief amount to time.
Core Competencies: Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Leadership & Management; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/93000976870

SLO – 11:15 AM-12:05 PM EST / 10:15 AM-11:05 AM CST:

Coffee Break with Mentors & Mentees
Program Description: Are you part of the Mentor/Mentee Program? Are you interested in learning about the program or being paired up? During this session, you will have the opportunity to catch up with your mentor/mentee, meet them for the first time, or learn about the program overall! Come see how NIRSA helps facilitate relationships across the association.
REGISTER HERE!
Zoom Link

SLO – 1:30 PM-2:30 PM EST / 12:30 PM-1:30 PM CST:

Talk to a GA
Program Description: Talk to a Fitness & Wellness GA or Talk to a Marketing GA.
Zoom Link: Talk to a Fitness & Wellness GA – https://zoom.us/j/97377132701
Talk to a Marketing GA – https://zoom.us/j/92921742600

Session 5 – 2:40 PM-3:40 PM EST / 1:40 PM-2:40 PM CST:

I Hope This Finds You Well: A Discussion on Professional Communication
Presenters: Tyler Davis, Graduate Assistant for Fitness & Wellness – Western Carolina University, Natalie Kristof, Fitness Team Lead – Western Carolina University and Amy Lingenfelter
Program Description: Join professionals and student leaders to learn the importance of professional communication and effective communication through group activities and open discussion!
Learning Objectives: Students will learn how to construct professional emails when various and specific situations. Students will learn how to identify effective communication in a professional setting. Students will be able to adapt their tone, message, and approach to fit the situation.
Core Competencies: Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Higher Education Issues & Trends; Leadership & Management; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85271509262

Outside The Lines: Considering More Than Just The Salary
Presenters: Lauren Martini Olson, Associate Director of Campus Recreation – University of South Carolina
Program Description: Job or GA searching in the near future? Are you aware of the all the tangible and intangible benefits (health & life insurance, tuition remission, professional development, days off & more) you should consider besides the salary? As a professional that has been on both sides of the “candidate-table”, let me help you through the job-decision process, to ensure you find the right job & fit for you!
Learning Objectives: Attendees will be able to identify at least 5 additional benefits (besides salary). Attendees will be able to find resources that help them learn more about these benefits. Attendees will be able to articulate questions to ask potential employers regarding these additional benefits.
Core Competencies: Personal & Professional Qualities; Human Resources Management
Primary Topic Areas: Higher Education Issues & Trends
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/92064710537

SSL Panel
Program Description: Join our Region II State Student Leadership Team to learn more about their roles and responsibilities, perspectives relative to their experiences in respective states, and ways to get involved in the region.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/96270954635

Regional Connection- 3:50 PM-4:50 PM EST / 2:50 PM-3:50 PM CST:

Regional Connection Meeting
Program Description: Join us for our fall Regional Connection Meeting! We will be providing updates about upcoming events in the region, financial updates, recognizing some outstanding members, and looking into the future of Region II!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98891520873

Wednesday October 21st - Main Conference

Meet & Greet – 8:30 AM-9:00 AM EST / 7:30 AM-8:00 AM CST:

Meet & Greet with Coffee
Program Description: Bring your coffee* and join us for an hour of informal conversations to get your Wednesday started off right!

*Coffee not required
REGISTER HERE!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/92727394335

Session 1 – 9:10 AM-10:10 AM EST / 8:10 AM-9:10 AM CST:

Managing Up: Creating Successful Communication Chains and Relationships
Presenters: Cindy Strine, Director of Campus Recreation – University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and David Davenport, Director of University Recreation – Austin Peay State University
Program Description: Your relationship with your boss matters not only to you, but to your boss and your area. Managing up creates opportunities for success. It can enhance your career and benefit your organization. Learn helpful techniques to enhance your working relationship, advocate better and achieve optimal results.
Learning Objectives: How managing up will allow participants to work with their manager more effectively. The impact of creating common communication standards. Examples and ideas of how managing up will impact their department or area.
Core Competencies: Personal & Professional Qualities; Human Resources Management; Business Management
Primary Topic Areas: Leadership & Management
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86007323092

Aquatics Facility Management: Maintenance, Prevention, and Sustainability
Presenters: Craig Gosnell, Assistant Director of Programs & Engagement – The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Program Description: The core topic of this presentation is to impress upon aquatic facility operators and their managers the importance of developing a preventative mindset in aquatic maintenance. Prevention leads to safer environments, reduced ‘down time’/guest impact, lower costs, and increased life expectancy of your facility. The presentation will also assist operators in learning how to think critically about long term planning, sustainability, and fiscal management of their pump room(s) and aquatic facilities.
Learning Objectives: Providing aquatic facility operators and their managers with an overview of key preventative practices needed for the long term health and sustainability of an aquatic facility. Learning how to develop a critical eye and preventative mindset in aquatic facility maintenance. Exploring tactics and best practices for sharing maintenance concerns with upper administration staff.
Core Competencies: Facility Management, Planning & Design
Primary Topic Areas: Aquatics; Facility Design & Operations
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99988237851

Roundtable: Club Sports
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Club Sports!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/95224669700

Session 2 – 10:20 AM-11:05 AM EST / 9:20 AM-10:05 AM CST:

Leading Up: Providing Leadership to Those Who Supervise You
Presenters: Neil D. Marrin – James Madison University
Program Description: How do we influence those above us to gain the resources and support for our programs and facilities? In this presentation you will learn the concept of “leading up”. Traditionally, we see leadership as a tool to motivate our employees. By “leading up” you can accomplish the same thing with those who hold the purse strings and the power to provide your program the resources to grow and be successful.
Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to identify the skills that allow them to provide leadership to those who supervise them in order to positively impact an agencies progress. Participants will be able to construct a plan to influence organizational leaders that will benefit their ability to obtain resources and organizational support for their programs and facilities.
Core Competencies: Philosophy & Theory; Personal & Professional Qualities; Human Resources Management
Primary Topic Areas: Leadership & Management
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94449312068

Roundtable: Outdoor Recreation
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Outdoor Recreation!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97865254652

Session 3 – 11:15 AM-12:00 AM EST / 10:15 AM-11:00 AM CST:

Go Outside and Play! How to Maximize Your Outdoor Facilities
Presenters: Colleen McKenna, Principal – CannonDesign and Jim Gabel, Vice President – CannonDesign
Program Description: Outdoor physical activity and leisure space is a key component to creating a well-rounded recreation center especially during the pandemic when indoor access is limited. This presentation will focus on creative program opportunities and design tips for developing a complete outdoor experience.
Learning Objectives: Explore emerging trends in outdoor programming and design. Learn how to increase outdoor programming use by introducing new physical activities. Discover how creative design solutions can enhance underutilized spaces and bring new life to outdoor activities
Core Competencies: Programming; Facility Management, Planning & Design
Primary Topic Areas: Facility Design & Operations; Outdoor Programs
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84377615285

If You Can’t Beat Them, Join Them: Recreational Fitness Programs Competing with the Boutique Fitness Market, and How Technology Can Help
Presenters: Brittany Baldwin, Assistant Director of Fitness – Florida International University, Dr. Thomas Cieslak, PhD, Instructor, Health and Human Performance, Sport Management – University of Iowa and Troy Moore, Graduate Assistant of Fitness – Florida International University
Program Description: Since 2001, it has been well documented that campus recreation programs are challenged to 1) increase student participation, 2) identify new revenue sources and 3) recruit and retain new members such as faculty and staff (Franklin, 2001; Dyer, 2019). Additionally, the boutique fitness boom (e.g., yoga, Pilates, boxing, cycling, barre, bootcamp and H.I.I.T. studios) has produced additional market competition. These studios account for 40% of the market, an increase of 120% in 4-years, compared to a 20% growth in traditional fitness centers and recreational fitness programs (Olick, 2019). In this presentation, we will discuss how incorporating key elements made popular by the boutique fitness industry, such as â€˜experiential fitness’ and wearable technologies, will reinvigorate campus recreation programs through student participation and adherence and revenue generation.
Learning Objectives: Attendees will learn how integration of wearable fitness devices and other elements made popular by the boutique fitness industry stand to enhance user experience, retention, and adherence in campus recreation fitness programs. Attendees will learn best practices to assess and implement integration of these elements into their respective campus rec fitness programs
Core Competencies: Programming; Philosophy & Theory; Business Management
Primary Topic Areas: Fitness; Health & Wellbeing; Higher Education Issues & Trends; Leadership & Management; Marketing & Technology; Virtual Programs/Modified Operations
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94334007527

Roundtable: Memberships
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Memberships!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98703559575

Session 4 – 1:30 PM-2:30 PM EST / 12:30 PM-1:30 PM CST:

Esports is Like a Toddler: Adapting your administrative approach as your program grows
Presenters: Hannah Burrichter, Sports Programs Intern – University of South Florida, Dan Renfro, Sports Programs Coordinator – University of South Florida and Andrew Ross, Esports Graduate Assistant – University of South Florida
Program Description: This presentation will outline how to lay a proper foundation of a sustainable Esports program. We will discuss learning Esports lingo, building a team of talented moderators, identifying and streaming popular games for casual gamers.
Learning Objectives: Gain a basic understanding of Discord and how to leverage it to build a campus community. Identifying your specific population’s wants and needs and adhering to those. Building a strong student staff by finding and empowering community moderators.
Core Competencies: Programming; Philosophy & Theory; Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Esports
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88666809983

Negotiating Power & Culture: How to Foster Everyday Inclusion
Presenters: Rodo Leone, Director University Recreation – Appalachian State University
Program Description: Do you work in an inclusive department? How are differing cultural values negotiated in the workplace? If inclusion is truly a core value, we must embody these principles in our daily work. Understanding the influential, cultural, and ideological factors behind the behavior can help to identify barriers to everyday inclusion. Through interactive activities and large and small group dialogues, participants will explore how power and cultural norms can restrict, or foster, inclusion in our workspaces.
Learning Objectives: Identify (3) personal and/or team’s cultural biases and norms that contribute to creating barriers. Identify (5) influential, cultural, and social factors that create participation barriers. Reflect on your department’s current approach to diversity, inclusion, and social equity.
Core Competencies: Philosophy & Theory; Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91417560991

Roundtable: Facilities
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Facilities!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/96018779537

Session 5 – 2:40 PM-3:40 PM EST / 1:40 PM-2:40 PM CST:

Best Practices in Assessment: Using Program Theory and Implementation Fidelity to Elevate Your Offerings
Presenters: Steve Bobbitt, Associate Director for Programming – James Madison University
Program Description: We all know proving what we do is valuable is more than just keeping numbers. Come take a bit of a deeper dive into two topics at the forefront of assessment in Student Affairs. We will discuss how we can be more effective though developing programs using a theory based approach. Once programs are designed, how do we know if they were led the way we want, implementation fidelity of course! We’ll explore how you can use this power tool to complete the cycle. Before you know it, you will be the star of your SA Assessment Team!
Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of the session, participants will be able to explain the stages of the assessment cycle. At the conclusion of the session, participants will be able to discuss the use of program theory in developing offerings. At the conclusion of the session, participants will be able to articulate the value of conducting implementation fidelity in your educational offerings.
Core Competencies: Programming; Philosophy & Theory; Research & Evaluation
Primary Topic Areas: Higher Education Issues & Trends
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82945962719

Roundtable: Fitness & Wellness
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Fitness & Wellness!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94158619269

Session 6 – 3:50 PM-4:50 PM EST / 2:50 PM-3:50 PM CST:

Building a Student Staff Culture with Equity and Inclusion at its Core
Presenters: Domonique Dunn, Coordinator, Competitive Sports – The Ohio State University and Malia Duggan, Coordinator, Outdoor Recreation – University of Alabama
Program Description: Often, it can seem difficult to progress towards more equity and inclusivity because it is tough to identify actionable steps to take. This presentation aims to equip student staff managers with the tools to build a culture centered around inclusivity.
Learning Objectives: Attendees will learn at least one inclusive practice for recruiting and hiring student staff. Attendees will learn different methods to incorporate inclusivity and equity into student staff development. Attendees will understand how equity and inclusion can impact program and department outcomes.
Core Competencies: Human Resources Management
Primary Topic Areas: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; Leadership & Management; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85752014456

Intern Personal Training: The Cost Efficient Free Personal Training Model for University
Presenters: Spencer Flanagan, Fitness and Wellness Coordinator – Fairmont State University
Program Description: Personal training is a foundational piece of any recreation model. It’s a staple in the field of fitness and wellness and should be offered on a broad scale. A common issue in smaller populations and low income communities is affordability. Many professionals report low interest and retention in personal training due to cost. The lack of the demand usually leads to the removal of personal training programs from the campus model. How can you fix this? The free personal training model is designed to offer personal training to your population free of cost utilizing a relationship with your universities’ academic programs. This unique design will help program interns undergo professional development while eliminating cost to your facility and allowing a free to low cost offering for patrons. This design also allows you to structure an economic model that best fits your community. Attend this presentation to learn more.
Learning Objectives: Identify curriculum within your University academic programs to structure an internship. Apply curriculum to the personal training process to create and implement a clinical experience for intern trainers. Assess community benefit to determine budget and cost.
Core Competencies: Programming; Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Fitness; Health & Wellbeing; Small College & Community College
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97766608808

Roundtable: Aquatics & Risk Management
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Aquatics & Risk Management!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/96343355073

Thursday October 22nd - Main Conference

Session 7 – 9:00 AM-10:00 AM EST / 8:00 AM-9:00 AM CST:

Capital Cup: Creating Club Competition
Presenters: Michael Potter, Sport Club Coordinator – Virginia Commonwealth University, Jordan Gardner, Assistant Director, Structured Sports and Outreach – Virginia Commonwealth University and Wendy Shepherd, Assistant Director Sports and Risk Management – University of Richmond
Program Description: As Sport Club Coordinators and Assistant Directors, we tend to focus more on the off the field development of our clubs rather than their competitive success. With the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University being 6 miles apart, we found a way to support our clubs competitive interest through the Capital Cup. Now in its 5th year, come learn how the Capitol Cup was created, how it has grown, how we plan to expand it in the future, and ways you can host something similar.
Learning Objectives: Attendees will be able to evaluate the feasibility of hosting a similar event at their school. Attendees will be prepared to organize and propose a similar event to their supervisors.
Core Competencies: Programming
Primary Topic Areas: Sport Clubs
Knowledge Level: Strategic
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81717729997

Campus Rec Design Trends, Reality & What’s Next
Presenters: Joanna Prociuk, Director – CENTERS @ Jacksonville State University, Dom DiMauro, Associate Director of Facility Operations – CENTERS @ Jacksonville State University, Troy Sherrard, FAIA Partner / Practice Design Leader – Moody Nolan Inc and Jenn Rittler, AIA Architect – Moody Nolan Inc
Program Description: Moody Nolan Architects join the CENTERS at Jacksonville State University staff to discuss current recreation design + programming trends. Each trend is revisited after one year of operation of the new Recreation and Fitness Center. The facility was designed in 2017, opened 2019 and operated for 1 year before COVID. The impact of COVID on certain tends will be discussed.
Learning Objectives: Identify at least three current recreation design trends. Identify at least one trend that has been modified for actual operation.
Core Competencies: Facility Management, Planning & Design
Primary Topic Areas: Facility Design & Operations; Higher Education Issues & Trends
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99411857443

Roundtable: Small Programs
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Small Programs!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99406702898

Session 8 – 10:10 AM-10:55 AM EST / 9:10 AM-9:55 AM CST:

Student Staff Engagement – Virtual Rec Sports Edition
Presenters: Montse Molas, Graduate Assistant for Fitness & Wellness – University of Georgia and Emily Lazazzara, Group Fitness Program Assistant – University of Georgia
Program Description: With the majority of on-campus programs and activities shifting to virtual platforms, student staff no longer have the same opportunities to interact with each other nor their supervisors. Now more than ever it is important to find creative ways to stay connected and promote community within our departments. We will discuss the concept of student staff engagement as well as strategies for implementing programs to nurture student growth and development within and beyond Campus Recreation.
Learning Objectives: At the end of this presentation, attendees will be able to: Conceptualize effective and appropriate programming to enhance student staff engagement within their department. Develop and implement strategies to foster a strong sense of community and inclusion among student staff in a virtual environment. Promote holistic student staff growth and development within and beyond Campus Recreation.
Core Competencies: Programming; Philosophy & Theory; Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; Health & Wellbeing; Staff Development; Virtual Programs/Modified Operations
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81505232131

Finding our Circle of Safety during COVID: What we learned from our virtual book club experiences
Presenters: Courtney Brown, Coordinator for Facilities – University of Georgia and Brittany Mueller, Intramural Sports Coordinator – Florida State University
Program Description: Do you struggle to connect with your staff and colleagues virtually? In this session we will explore how we utilized virtual book clubs to foster community with our staff and colleagues. Attendees will be provided the tools necessary to develop and implement their own book clubs with their staff and colleagues.
Learning Objectives: Participants will learn some of the successes and challenges of facilitating and participating in virtual book clubs. Participants will be able to communicate the benefits of participating in a book club to their colleagues and staff. Participants will gain the knowledge necessary to develop a book club at their own institution or with their colleagues.
Core Competencies: Personal & Professional Qualities
Primary Topic Areas: Leadership & Management; Staff Development
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97082382730

Roundtable: Associate Director
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Associate Directors!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94410370552

Session 9 – 11:05 AM-12:05 AM EST / 10:05 AM-11:05 AM CST:

Leveraging Your Strengths as a Resilience Strategy during Challenging Times
Presenters: Caroline Dotts, Associate Director, Healthy Lifestyle Programs – Georgia Tech
Program Description: Leveraging Your Strengths as a Resilience Strategy during Challenging Times: Feeling overwhelmed by the difficult times we are going through? Perhaps you feel like you’re swimming against the current or having difficulty navigating ambiguity and need to find your “zone” again. During our most difficult days, it’s imperative we lean on our natural talents and strengths to bolster us through uncertain times. Share your story and learn about resiliency through a strengths lens by discussing what you do best, using your natural talents, and how focusing on your strengths has helped you be successful in the past. A certified CliftonStrengths coach will facilitate an exploration of viewing our strengths through a new resilience lens to successfully navigate our current reality. (Participants do not need to take the CliftonStrengths assessment to participate).
Learning Objectives: Participants will understand the definition of resilience and how their own unique strengths play a role in bouncing back during challenging periods. Participants will create a a strengths-based mantra to help during challenging times.
Core Competencies: Philosophy & Theory; Personal & Professional Qualities; Human Resources Management
Primary Topic Areas: Health & Wellbeing; Higher Education Issues & Trends
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84840352874

Case Study: Hosting an In-person Indoor event during COVID
Presenters: Catherine “Cat” Cramp, Director, Programs – University of Florida and Jessica Inman, Associate Director, Facility Operations J. Wayne Reitz Union – University of Florida
Program Description: This case study presentation is designed to allow attendees to work through preventions and precautions in hosting a university wide in-person indoor event during these unprecedented times. Taking the steps to create an action that is within current CDC, Department of Health, and University guidelines for managing an event and its space while preventing the spread and transmission of COVID-19.
Learning Objectives: Participants will learn to find creative solutions in order to host events during COVID. Participants will learn to work with known, knowns and challenge conventional planning. Learn to create a framework for an event action plan with multiple layers.
Core Competencies: Programming; Legal Liabilities & Risk Management; Facility Management, Planning & Design
Primary Topic Areas: Facility Design & Operations; Leadership & Management
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97945331561

Roundtable: Intramural Sports
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Intramural Sports!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/96732781735

Session 10 – 1:40 PM-2:40 PM EST / 12:40 PM-1:40 PM CST:

Advagym: A Comprehensive Virtual Fitness Solution
Presenters: Tevin Duncan, Coordinator of Fitness & Wellness – University of Georgia , Guy Williams, Director of Global Networked Fitness Sales – Precor and Lisa Williamson, Assistant Director for Fitness and Wellness – University of Georgia
Program Description: This presentation is about the virtual integration of the Advagym app to help us provide fitness content for our student population. It was only a matter of time before a virtual solution would become a mainstream stream option for fitness content. Having a fitness app accompanied by familiar faces from our very own fitness team has proven to be a positive motivating factor for marketing and recruitment. Our virtual solution integration journey has started but we have a lot of information to share to help others start.
Learning Objectives: To develop a basic understanding of the Advagym platform and app. Explore digital solutions for fitness program management. Identify practical integration of the Advagym platform within your fitness program offerings.
Core Competencies: Programming; Business Management
Primary Topic Areas: Fitness; Health & Wellbeing; Marketing & Technology; Virtual Programs/Modified Operations
Knowledge Level: Strategic
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82342519639

Series Talk Live!
Presenters: Marty Dempsey, Associate Director, Facility Operations – University of Florida and Dave Peters, Senior Associate Director, Campus Recreation – Florida State University
Program Description: Join in for a special edition of Series Talk, the official NIRSA Championship Series podcast, featuring your hosts Dave Peters and Marty Dempsey. This session will feature an interactive format for presenting updates, accomplishments, and initiatives on all of the NIRSA Championship Series sports: basketball, flag football, soccer and tennis. Hear about all of the latest initiatives, including two new task forces to join the NIRSA Championship Series leadership team – ESports and Social Justice.
Learning Objectives: Participants will learn about the new initiatives and goals for the 2020-2021 season including the shift from in-person events to a new national Esports tournament in the fall semester. Participants will learn about the most recent timelines and updates on the status of the spring 2021 season for basketball, club basketball, soccer, and tennis.
Core Competencies: Programming
Primary Topic Areas: Esports; Intramural Sports; Sport Clubs
Knowledge Level: Foundational
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/96317435751

Roundtable: Marketing & Tech
Program Description: Join us for this roundtable focused on Marketing & Technology!
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/93971951844

Session 11 – 2:50 PM-3:50 PM EST / 1:50 PM-2:50 PM CST:

Esports as a Business: Producing Streams, Maximizing Talent, and Generating Revenue
Presenters: Joseph Scott IV, Sports Programs Graduate Assistant – University of South Florida, Antonio Gonzalez, Sports Programs Assistant Director – University of South Florida and Andy Bethea, Sports Programs Program Assistant – University of South Florida
Program Description: This presentation will outline how to create and produce successful and engaging Twitch streams. It will walk through the basic formation of competitive Esport organizations and developing moderators who are equipped to handle the unique challenges that accompany competitive Esports. Additionally, it will provide insights as to how to begin to monetize your program by building partnerships on and off campus.
Learning Objectives: Organizing and Producing High Quality Twitch Streams. How to Develop Moderators and Streamers. How to Build a Competitive Program and Business Model while Maintaining a Recreational Program.
Core Competencies: Programming; Business Management
Primary Topic Areas: Esports; Marketing & Technology
Knowledge Level: Strategic
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87199543671

25 Years and Counting: Why Your Big-Time Special Events are Your Best Asset… Even During a Pandemic
Presenters: Greg Corack, Associate Director of Leadership and Programs – East Carolina University and Justin Waters, Assistant Director of Facilities and Outreach – East Carolina University
Program Description: The Student Recreation Center opened at East Carolina University in 1997 to much fanfare and a jump in an ice-cold outdoor pool. Twenty-five annual jumps later the event is facing an untimely pause in the face of pandemic and the uncertainties. For many programs and institutions these signature recreation events provide memorable experiences for thousands of students every year. With the recent situation in the US these events are under increased scrutiny and possible eliminations due to safety and financial concerns. This presentation discusses the process for evaluating large-scale special events for future utility and feasibility on campus.
Learning Objectives: Participants will evaluate current special events to determine continued feasibility for 2021. Participants will identify three modifications for future special events to mitigate risk. Participants will analyze current financial barriers to hosting large events in 2021.
Core Competencies: Programming; Legal Liabilities & Risk Management; Research & Evaluation
Primary Topic Areas: Leadership & Management; Virtual Programs/Modified Operations
Knowledge Level: Practical
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/96027722265

State Meetings – 4:00 PM-5:00 PM EST / 3:00 PM-4:00 PM CST:

Individual State Meetings
Members should receive information regarding a State Meeting, should your state be conducting one, from your State Director/State Student Leader. Below you will find states that have confirmed a state meeting and provided their Zoom credentials.

Alabama: https://westalabama.zoom.us/j/92588869123?pwd=MzJLUGtMWDczaUt5bkFtZHhOaTZzdz09