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Reference for campus recreation professionals. Text for NIRSA and recreation professors for use in courses discussing recreation and sport facility management in general and campus recreation and sport facility management.
NIRSA is the premier association of leaders in collegiate recreation who transform lives and facilitate the development of healthy communities worldwide. By providing opportunities for learning and growth, supporting and sharing meaningful research, and fostering networking among our member community, NIRSA is a leader in higher education and champion for the advancement of recreation, sport, and wellness. Since its foundation in 1950, NIRSA membership has grown to comprise nearly 4,000 dedicated professionals, students, and associates, serving an estimated 7.7 million students. Supported by the National Center team, based in Corvallis, Oregon, NIRSA is governed by volunteer leaders from across North America.
Chapter 1. Evolution of Campus Recreational Sports: Adapting to the Age of Accountability
Doug Franklin
Defining Campus Recreational Sports in a Changing World
Learning and the Age of Accountability
Evolution in Campus Recreational Sports: Adaptation in a Changing World
Organizational Fit and Location
Issues and Trends
Summary
References
Glossary
Chapter 2. A Career in Campus Recreational Sports
Sarah E. Hardin
Growth of the Profession
Campus Recreational Sports as a Career
Professional Preparation
Educational Credentials
Opportunities to Attain Professional Skills
Lifelong Learning: Professional Development Opportunities
Principles of the Profession
Summary
References
Glossary
Chapter 3. Relationships in Campus Recreation: Professional, Institutional, and Community
Doug Franklin
Interpersonal Relationships
Intradepartmental Relationships
Interdepartmental and Intra-Institutional Relationships
Community Relationships
Professional Relationships
Summary
References
Glossary
Chapter 4. Budgeting and Internal Controls
Maureen McGonagle
What Is a Budget?
Budget Development
Budget Submission and Approval
Budget Management
Internal Controls
Summary
Glossary
Chapter 5. Marketing
Evelyn Kwan Green, Aaron Hill, and Bradley Hunt
Program Promotion
Marketing Plan
Sponsorship Solicitation
E-Marketing
Branding
Summary
Resources
References
Glossary
Chapter 6. Assessment in Campus Recreational Sports
Jacqueline R. Hamilton
Defining Terms
History of Assessment
Contemporary Issues in Assessment
Standards of Comparison
Types and Areas of Assessment
Methodology and Research Design
Dissemination of Information
Justification
Assessment Resources
Summary
References
Glossary
Chapter 7. Risk Management
Jeff Sessine
Principles of Risk Management
Managing Risk
Training
Response
Environment
Equipment
Documentation
Summary
References
Glossary
Chapter 8. Technology for the Recreation Practitioner
Robert L. Frye and Jose H. Gonzalez
Making the Right Selection
New Technology in Facility Management
New Technology in Sports and Fitness Equipment
Using Marketing Technology
Using Technology in Staff Development
Summary
Glossary
References
Chapter 9. Personnel
Stephen Kampf
Types of Recreation Employees
Hiring
Employee Training
Evaluation
Motivation
Certification
Summary
Glossary
References
Chapter 10. Program Planning Using a Student Learning Approach
Julia Wallace Carr
Step 1: Determine Priorities
Step 2: Develop Outcomes
Step 3: Develop Initiatives and Interventions
Step 4: Develop Measureable Outcomes
Step 5: Conduct Initiatives and Interventions
Steps 6 and 7: Conduct Assessment and Evaluation and Then Revise, Maintain, or Terminate
Summary
Glossary
References
Chapter 11. Facilities
Gordon M. Nesbitt
Facility Types
Standards and Guidelines
Scheduling
Staffing
Maintenance
Summary
References
Glossary
Chapter 12. Services
William F. Canning and Jennifer R. de-Vries
Membership
Equipment Checkout and Rentals
Child Care and Babysitting
Food Service
Athletic Training
Massage
Summary
Glossary
Chapter 13. Special Events
Gordon M. Nesbitt
Feasibility Study
Financial Planning
Staffing Plans
Rules and Officials Plans
Risk, Emergency, and Crisis Plans
Registration Plans
Scheduling Facilities
Equipment, Uniforms, and Supplies
Awards
Food Service Plans
Transportation Plans
Housing Plans
Promotion Plans
Communication Plans
Event Evaluation Plan
Summary
References
Glossary