Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Keith Becherer will present at the Illinois Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (IIRSA) state workshop Thursday, Oct. 24.
He and co-presenter Nate Scott, associate director of campus recreation at the University of Illinois-Chicago, will discuss “Enhancing the Global Perspective of your Campus Recreation Department” at SIU Carbondale. The session will run from 9:40-10:30 a.m. in the Student Center’s Illinois Room.
Becherer and Scott are former SIUE colleagues who started the Cougar World Games together in 2008. They believe that as institutions attract a more diverse, international population, it is important for higher education professionals to stay current on emerging trends. Identifying campus resources that provide partnerships to expand programming is a critical element of their presentation.
“We selected this topic because of our passion for it, as well as recognizing both of our institutions’ updated strategic plans focusing on globalization,” Becherer said. “With common themes on our campuses fitting within NIRSA’s long-term plan, we sensed this would be an ideal time to share our experiences and knowledge.”
The IIRSA actively contributes to and supports the programs, services and mission of the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA).
NIRSA comprises and supports leaders in collegiate recreation. It believes that collegiate recreation is a significant and powerful key to inspiring wellness in local, regional and global communities. As students develop into future leaders, NIRSA members support their learning and growth by fostering lifelong habits of well-being. Leadership, teamwork, dedication and respect are among the many skills exercised by inclusive competition, fitness and recreation. Since its founding in 1950, NIRSA membership has grown to comprise nearly 4,000 dedicated professionals, students and businesses serving an estimated 7.7 million students.