Conference & Expo
Countdown to Conference
Add these items to your “can’t miss” Austin list!
Registration hours
There are a lot of things to do while at the Conference, but first things first! Stop by the Austin Convention Center (street level, outside of Exhibit Hall 4) to pick up your badge and other items.
- Tuesday, April 1: 6:00pm-8:00pm
- Wednesday, April 2: 7:00am-6:30pm
- Thursday, April 3: 7:00am-8:00pm
- Friday, April 4: 7:00am-6:30pm
- Saturday, April 5: 7:30am-1:00pm
2008 Elections - vote online by proxy ballot
All current Student and Professional Members of NIRSA are eligible to vote in the 2008 elections, which take place at NIRSA Business Meetings held during the Annual Conference. If you would like to cast your vote now, you may vote online by proxy ballot. Deadlines are 24 hours prior to the meetings where in-person voting takes place; check online ballots for exact times. Vote now.
All members welcome at Board of Directors' meetings
NIRSA President Tom Kirch invites all members to join him and the Board of Directors at their annual meeting in Austin. Meetings take place from 8:00am to 5:00pm on Sunday, March 30, Monday, March 31, and Tuesday, April 1 at the Hilton Austin, meeting room 408.
American College of Sports Medicine CECs offered
Earn 16.25 credit hours of ACSM Continuing Education Credit at the NIRSA Conference. In addition to educational sessions, all preconference workshops meet the criteria for CECs, ranging from 4.0 to 6.5 credits depending on the workshop. Verification forms will be available to those who register for ACSM CECs. More info
Kick off your Conference experience at the New Member Social
New NIRSA Members and first-time Conference attendees are invited to attend a fun-filled hour on Wednesday at 6:00pm, at the Hilton Austin, meeting room 406. Meet a new friend, have a snack, and visit with leaders in the Association.
Get inspired at the People of Color Social
Embracing the Past. Establishing Character Today. Setting a Mark for the Future. Whether you need to be inspired or aspire to lend your pearls of wisdom to the enhancement of the profession, don’t miss out on one of the most motivational events to take place at Conference. The People of Color Social provides a mentoring and networking opportunity, fosters continued involvement of people of color within the Association, and encourages active participation in various leadership roles within and outside of the organization. All members and guests of NIRSA are welcome to partake of the refreshments provided and gain insight into a slice of NIRSA’s rich history, Thursday, April 3 at 6:30pm in the Hilton Austin. RSVP: Contact Jackie McCarty
Add to your collection at the T-shirt Exchange
This is a NIRSA tradition, so bring plenty of your department or club t-shirts to trade on Friday, April 4, in the Exhibit Hall demo area from 1:15pm-2:00pm.
Thanks to our Conference sponsors!
All of the following 2008 Annual Conference sponsors will be in the Expo to visit with you: Matrix, Star Trac, Life Fitness, Robbins Sports Surfaces, The University Network, NIRSA Insurance, Mondo, F & S Partners, mtvU, and welcome2college.com.
Make your day – make a child smile
For nine years, NIRSA has sponsored Make a Child Smile, a community service project in conjunction with the Annual Conference & Recreational Sports Exposition. Don’t forget to bring toys, cash or checks to the Host Committee Table (at the Austin Convention Center, NIRSA Registration Area) by noon on Friday, April 4. All proceeds will be presented to the Medical Center at 2:00pm on Friday, at the NIRSA booth in the Exhibit Hall. NIRSA encourages you to make a child smile by participating in this worthwhile event. Please contact Carole Hobrock with questions.
Visit the NIRSA Lounge/Poster Sessions for enlightenment and relaxation
Take a break between sessions, enjoy light snacks and view over 45 educational posters at the Austin Convention Center, MR 18AB, 4th Floor. Hours are:
- Thursday, April 3: 10:00am – 7:00pm
- Friday, April 4: 8:00am – 6:00pm
- Saturday, April 5: 8:00am – 12:00pm
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