Resources

  • ORSA IS COMMITTED TO STRENGTHENING OUR EDI PRACTICES. IN THE SHORT TERM, THIS INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING ACTION ITEMS.

    • Develop a statement for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusiveness Develop a statement for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusiveness.

    • Develop an EDI resource page on the ORSA website.

    • Ensure ORSA is a welcoming environment regardless of your race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability level, religion, nationality, or any other aspect of your identity.

    • Ensure ORSA is a welcoming environment regardless of your race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability level, religion, nationality, or any other aspect of your identity.

    • Commit to learning and growing in the areas of EDI as the dynamics of higher education, staff and student populations continue to shift.

    • Commit to learning and growing in the areas of EDI as the dynamics of higher education, staff and student populations continue to shift

    • For reference, the NIRSA Statement for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is listed below. As part of Region III and NIRSA: Leaders in Collegiate Recreation, the ORSA will use this as a guiding light in our commitment to make sustainable change within the ORSA organization with regards to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion work.

    • NIRSA Statement of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

  • Current EDI Resources

    1. If you are a current NIRSA member, you have access to the NIRSA EDI Resource Guide.

    • Introduction and breakdown of EDI and the NIRSA Identity Wheel.

    • Common language used in EDI work including a broad range of appropriate terminology.

    • Relevant case studies to use with full-time, part-time or student staff.

    2. Understanding Implicit Bias

    • A simple explanation to get started in your understanding of implicit bias.

    3. Confronting Prejudice

    • A breakdown of stereotypes to assist in confronting and understanding prejudice.

    4. Respect Ability

    • Resources include a background on the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) as well as best practices for better understanding and working with people with disabilities.

    5. 10 Tips for Inclusive Meetings

    Have suggestions for the resources or other content on this page? Please contact ORSA (orsamarketing@gmail.com) or by filling out the Contact Us Form on our website.

  • For a full list of available positions within NIRSA, please visit Bluefishjobs. This link has filtered Ohio jobs only. However, you can unselect this filter on the website to view all jobs within NIRSA.

  • Campus Rec Magazine is one of the premier business resources for college and university recreation centers. Learn more here.

  • Athletic Business is another resource for athletic, fitness, and recreation professionals. From in - depth articles, interviews, news, photo galleries and videos, Athletic Business is a great way to learn. Learn more here.

  • NIRSA comprises and supports leaders in collegiate recreation.

    As college and university students develop into future leaders, NIRSA members support their learning and growth by fostering lifelong habits of wellbeing. 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 4,500 dedicated professionals, students, and businesses, serving an estimated 8.1 million students.

    Learn more here.

  • Please email orsamarketing@gmail.com or visit the “Contact Us” page.