Life is good in Region 1.

Thank you for attending the NIRSA Region 1 conference!

CONFERENCE POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS

Biggest Loser Programs

Incentive Programs

Student Development Approach to Club Sports

Extreme Makeover - E-Self

Stepping in and Stepping Up

Keeping Your In-Service Interesting

Student Recreation Sport Councils

Student Employment Experience

Group Dynamic

Successful Fitness Staff Training

The NIRSA Region 1 Conference is coming to Lowell, Massachusetts in 2008! Registration begins August 18th and the conference kicks off on November 6 with 4 exciting pre-conference activities. Come experience the hospitality and warmth of Lowell!

REGISTRATION

Early registration begins July 7, 2008.

NIRSA Institutional Members

Non-NIRSA Institutional Member

Exhibitor Fees

ONLINE REGISTRATION

PRE-CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES

Pre-conference Activities will be held on November 6th - click the link below for more information
Basketball Officials Clinic - $30
Facilities Tour - $30
YogaCore (Yogafit Workshop) -$69
Rock Climbing - $30
Student Leadon- Free

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Click here to download the 2008 Region 1 Conference Schedule

HOTEL INFORMATION

Accommodations have been made at the Double Tree Hotel in downtown Lowell.

Double Tree of Lowell Single $109 (per night) Double $109 (per night) Click Here to Book a Room Double Tree Hotel 50 Warren Street, Lowell Massachusetts, USA 01852 Phone: (978) 452-1200 Fax: (978) 453-4674

CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

Host Committee Chair:
Peter Murray - UMASS Lowell - email: peter_murray@uml.edu  - phone: (978) 934-2327
Program Committee Chair:
Tricia Cote - M.I.T. - email: tcote@mit.edu  - phone: (617) 452-2285
Auxiliary Committee :
Christine St. Laurent - Springfield College - email cstlaurent@spfldcol.edu
Committee Liaison:
Peter Murray - UMASS Lowell - email: peter_murray@uml.edu  - phone: (978) 934-2327
Student Lead On:
TBA

Conference Committee Work Teams

PRESENTATION PROPOSALS

We are looking to create a diverse and exceptional educational experience at this conference. Presentation proposals are due by August 1, 2008.

Presentation Proposal Form (PDF)

Submit your proposal either electronically or by mail.  To submit your presentation proposal electronically, complete the PDF form save it to your desktop and email it as an attachment to Tricia Cote (tcote@mit.edu) and Jody Mello (jmello@mit.edu).  To mail your presentation proposal, print your complete PDF form and mail it to Jody Mello, MIT Recreational Sports, 120 Vassar St. W35, Cambridge, MA 02139.

For questions or concerns contact:
Tricia Cote- Program Committee Chair - email: tcote@mit.edu

MENTOR PROGRAM

NIRSA Region 1 2008 Conference Attendees!
 
As the conference rapidly approaches, we would like to re-introduce the Mentor – Mentee Program that has been developed for all NIRSA Region 1 conference attendees. The idea behind the Mentor – Mentee Program for this conference is to enable members more networking opportunities and develop professional relationships. We all feel that it is extremely important for first time conference attendees, both student and professional, to receive the most out of their NIRSA experience. Furthermore, it is vital to us that all first time attendees feel welcome into the “NIRSA World”.

FRIDAY LUNCHEON
For everyone that is interested in participating in this program the conference has designated a specific time on Friday November 7th from 12:00-1:00 to meet with your mentor or mentee.  This hour will be used to get lunch much like the “take the student to lunch” utilized at the national conference.
 
MENTEE
As a student or professional mentee you will be adopted into the Region 1 NIRSA family! Through having a mentor, this will allow you to have a resource, a point of contact throughout the conference. We have recognized that attending a conference or organization for the first time can be slightly intimidating, so through introducing you to a NIRSA veteran you will “learn the ropes” regarding what NIRSA and Region 1 is all about! This is a unique opportunity, one that we hope you are interested in taking advantage of!

MENTOR
As a student or professional mentor we are asking that you involve your mentee in all areas of your conference experience. Adopt your mentee into your professional circle, allowing them to not only develop a great relationship with you, but with your contacts as well. Using your knowledge, enthusiasm, and networking capabilities we ask that you introduce “NIRSA” to your mentee. We will provide you with a short checklist/guide of areas we would like you to cover with your mentee throughout your time spent at the Region 1 Conference.

INTERESTED????
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING A MENTOR OR A MENTEE PLEASE EMAIL Mike Croft: mcroft@spfldcol.edu Please include your job title if you are a professional and you desired profession if you are a student. Additionally, include your cell phone number and e-mail address.  In the subject box of the e-mail please put mentor-mentee program
 

NIRSA / REGION 1

UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS ~ LOWELL

UMASS Lowell - Campus Recreation 100 Pawtucket Street Lowell, MA 01854 978-934-2348 ~ FAX: 978-934-3041

DIRECTIONS

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SPONSORS

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