Virginia Recreational Sports Association

Annual Workshop

Old Dominion UniversityOctober 1-2, 2018

Norfolk, VA

Total Enrollment: 24,375

Get to Know ODU

Undergraduate19,540

Graduate4,835

25% of students are military-affiliated.

$50.9 million in total external research expenditure in 2017.

International Enrollment: 763134 countries represented

335 campus acres.148 campus buildings.

3 extended higher education centers.

ODU Recreation & Wellness 2017-2018

382,698Entrances to the

Student Recreation Center

17,624Entrances to the

University Fitness Center

13,077Unique participants in department programs

Schedule at a GlanceMonday, October 1

8:30 a.m. Pre-Workshop Sessions

11:30 a.m. Lunch, Welcome and Keynote

1:15 p.m. Educational Sessions

5:45 p.m. Board buses to Workshop Social

9:30 p.m. Buses depart Workshop Social

Tuesday, October 2

7:30 a.m. Breakfast

8:45 a.m. Educational Sessions

11:30 a.m. Boxed lunches served

11:45 a.m. Business meeting

Keynote SpeakersDr. Christopher GlassAssociate Professor, Educational Foundations & LeadershipOld Dominion UniversityDr. Glass takes a social psychological approach to researching issues in American higher education. His research and writing focuses on international students, massive open online courses and publicly engaged scholarship.

Dr. Jason LynchAdjunct Faculty, Darden College of Education Old Dominion UniversityDr. Lynch is an alumni of the Old Dominion University Higher Education program. His research centers on well-being in education, specifically focusing on the impact of traumatic stress in educational contexts.

Detailed Schedule Monday, October 1

1:15 p.m. Educational Session 1Revisiting NIRSA & MSL through an Action-Research Framework James River/ Lynnhaven River Rooms

Utilizing Your Area Network Potomac River/ York River Rooms

Agile Management & Recreational Sports (continues into Session 2) Executive Dining Room

2:15 p.m. Educational Session 2

3:15 p.m. Educational Session 3

6 p.m. Workshop SocialJoin us on board the Spirit of Norfolk for a dinner cruise with great dining and stunning views of Hampton Roads. Transportation will be provided to and from the Spirit of Norfolk. Buses will board at 5:45 p.m. at SpringHill Suites (4500 Hampton Boulevard).

11:30 a.m. Lunch, Welcome, Keynote Webb Center North Café

Developing the Whole Student from Start to FinishJames River/ Lynnhaven River Rooms

Gen Z Does Campus RecPotomac River/ York River Rooms

Agile Management & Recreational Sports (continued from Session 1)Executive Dining Room

Reflections and Experiences from 30+ Years in Recreational SportsJames River/ Lynnhaven River Rooms

Humble.Hungry.HustlePotomac River/ York River Rooms

Collaborative Leadership Programming for Incoming First-Year StudentsExecutive Dining Room

Welcome to ODUDr. Ellen NeufeldtVice President for Student Engagement & Enrollment Services

Keynote AddressDr. Christopher Glass and Dr. Jason Lynch“Creating Better Futures for Today’s College Students: The Truth, Buzz and Buzzkills from Research on Resilience”

Tuesday, October 27:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast Hampton- NN Room

8:45 a.m. Educational Session 4

9:45 a.m. Educational Session 5

11:30 a.m. Lunch & Business Meeting Hampton-NN Room

10:45 a.m. Educational Session 6

Creating a Positive “Search Culture”: Landing 5 Star Recruits for Your TeamJames River/ Lynnhaven River Rooms

Building Your Risk Management ProgramExecutive Dining Room

Wellness: One Size Does Not Fit All York River Room

Fusion Enhancements and User Best PracticesPotomac River Room

Know Your Assessment Cycle: Programming Brick by BrickJames River/ Lynnhaven River Rooms

Hey, We’re Athletes TooExecutive Dining Room

Mistakes Worth MakingYork River Room

Fusion Question and Answer Session Potomac River Room

Directors’ RoundtablePotomac River Room

Facility and Aquatics RoundtableJames River/ Lynnhaven River Rooms

Virginia State Extramural Games RoundtableYork River Room

Fitness & Wellness RoundtableExecutive Dining Room

Grab a box lunch and join us for the VRSA Business Meeting.

Session Descriptions1:15 - 2:00 Session 1

2:15 - 3:00 Session 2

Revisiting NIRSA & MSL through Action Research FrameworkDaniel Gardner, Assistant Director of Sport ClubsThe College William & MaryThis session will present and summarize the findings of Dr. John Dugan’s 2014 Multi-Institutional Study of Leadership, which focused on sport club leadership development initiatives. The speaker will also present the research design and findings of a William & Mary action research project that utilized Dugan’s “Translation to Practice” recommendations.

Agile Management & Recreational Sports ProgrammingDr. Kaitlynn Castelle, Adjunct Asst. Professor, Consultant, Trainer, FacilitatorOld Dominion UniversityAgile is a popular approach to managing projects and developing programs. Learn why the Agile movement has gained exciting momentum and how it can provide numerous benefits to delivering and enhancing the quality of recreational sports programs. This session will offer both a presentation and opportunities to participate in exercises using Agile practices.

Utilizing Your Area NetworkJenna Bordeaux, Aquatics CoordinatorAmanda Simmons, Assistant Director for Facility Operations & AquaticsThomas Koller, Graduate Assistant for AquaticsVirginia Commonwealth UniversityHave another gym that’s stealing your customers? It’s time to work with them, rather than against them. Learn how to do better for your university community, external community, students, student employees and you! Hear an in-depth review of how VCU Aquatics has been instrumental in the creation and leadership of the Richmond Aquatics Professional Network.

Developing the Whole Student from Start to FinishTodd Bowyer, DirectorRoanoke CollegeWhen students graduate, they often need more than a degree to get into graduate school or land a job. Student employment in campus recreation can play a pivotal role in skill development as a supplement to students’ academic education. Learn how a small institution with a limited professional staff develops students into effective employees and capable supervisors.Gen Z Does Campus RecSteven Bobbitt, Associate DirectorJames Madison UniversityIn case you didn’t notice, they showed up on your doorstep a couple of semesters ago—Generation Z. The research has just started, but it is not too early to begin the discussion on how professional staff in campus recreation can help this group be successful both inside and outside the classroom. Come ready to discuss and share ideas about how Generation Z will be using our programs and services differently.

3:15 - 4:00 Session 3

Agile Management & Recreational Sports ProgrammingContinued from Session 1

Reflections & Experiences from 30+ Years in Recreational SportsDavid Gaskins, Executive DirectorGeorge Mason UniversityJoin a recreational sports veteran as he shares his professional insights, rewards, challenges and experiences. Learn how checking out a basketball in an open gym turned into a 30+ year career in recreational sports. This session has something for everyone, from current students to seasoned professionals. Humble.Hungry.Hustle.Erica Foltz, Assistant Director for Member ServicesKatie Regan, Graduate Assistant for Reservations & EventsJames Madison UniversityWe often become what we repeatedly do. We allow our jobs and surroundings to define our identity rather than living in accordance to our core values. Take part in a review of Brad Lomenick’s book “H3 Leadership,” and discuss the im-portance of self-discovery, continual learning and selfless service. Learn how to Be Humble, Stay Hungry and Always Hustle as a leader.

8:45-9:30 Session 4Creating a Positive “Search Culture”: Landing 5-Star Recruits for Your TeamStephen Kuchera, Finance ManagerDavid Gaskins, Executive DirectorGeorge Mason UniversityAttracting, recruiting and retaining quality employees is the foundation of any successful organization. Learn about George Mason University Recreation’s unique “search culture” used to bring the best people to the team. Hear specific techniques, approaches and details designed to provide maximum benefit in the search process.

Collaborative Leadership Programming for Incoming First-Year StudentsDionicia Mahler-Rogers, Associate Director of Leadership and Student InvolvementGrant Deppen, Assistant Director of Intramural SportsOld Dominion UniversityPresenters will talk about the Freshman Summer Institute (FSI) program at Old Dominion University that focuses on creating leadership and growth for incoming first-year students. Unlike typical orientation, FSI is a unique collaborative effort to help put students on a path to hit the ground running as leaders before they come to campus. Presenters will discuss the background and theory behind FSI, as well as programming successes and challenges that you can take back to your campus to engage students with other departments.

9:45-10:30 Session 5Know Your Assessment Cycle: Programming Brick by BrickEthan Carter, Associate Director of Programs, Well-Being and AssessmentGeorge Mason UniversityBelieve it or not, implementing the assessment cycle is something that can help your program to stay on track. Review foundational pieces of program assessment and learn about how it can be utilized when developing programming. In the session, you’ll share ideas and begin to develop a plan on how to implement the assessment cycle.

Hey, We’re Athletes TooAlina Cioletti, Assistant Director of Fitness and WellnessMarissa Musumeci, Associate Director of Campus RecreationLongwood UniversityStrength and Conditioning is an ever-growing field in fitness and wellness. Student staff are looking for experience training athletes, and sport club athletes want to train as a team to become better on the field or court. This session will provide ideas for programming, partnerships and learning opportunities that will help create longevity and sustainability in a new Strength and Conditioning program and space, as well as information on overcoming obstacles when starting a Strength and Conditioning program.

Building Your Risk Management ProgramGabby Marquez, Assistant Director for Operations and Risk ManagementVirginia TechRisk management can be a scary word for some recreational professionals. Learn to develop a risk management philosophy for your institution, get support from your team and create assessment tools for emergency action procedures.Wellness: One Size Does Not Fit AllTamara Morgan, Assistant Director of Fitness & WellnessMelissa Turnage, Interim Coordinator of Fitness & WellnessOld Dominion UniversityWellness programming in the university setting is a hot topic for many departments across campus. Learn about how to branch out from traditional programming to target a new demographic of students on campus. This session will highlight programs for military-affiliated, distance learning and online students that Old Dominion University focuses on and how you can identify similar populations at your institution.

Fusion Enhancements and User Best PracticesThis session is a MUST for all Fusion users. Innosoft presents new features of the latest release and demonstrates best practices for using those features. Topics include a new invoicing feature called “Apply Fee,” Resources on Facility Rentals and FusionGo Calendars.

Fusion Question and Answer SessionA representative from Innosoft, the maker of Fusion, will host a question and answer session for clients or prospective clients relating to their software and services.

10:45-11:30 Session 6

Mistakes Worth MakingKelly Shannon, Director of Campus RecreationBrittanie Haas, Assistant Director of Fitness & WellnessUniversity of Mary WashingtonIs there a silver lining to making mistakes? How can we decide if a risk is worth taking and how can we manage the process to the best of our ability? Explore how fear of making mistakes may be holding us back from being the best version of ourselves.

Directors’ RoundtableCoulson Thomas, Interim Director of Recreation & WellnessOld Dominion UniversityThis session is an opportunity for directors and leaders within campus recreation departments to get together to discuss hot topics occurring on their campuses.

Facility and Aquatics RoundtableBob Gough, Associate DirectorThe College of William and MaryTake part in a lively discussion about facility and aquatic topics related to programming, management and whatever you bring to the table!

Virginia State Extramural Games RoundtableJon Corum, Coordinator of Intramural Sports and Inclusive RecreationJames Madison UniversityJoin us to discuss the extramural sport events for the 2018-2019 academic year and hear updates from our summer meeting.

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Fitness & Wellness RoundtableOlivia Fuchs, Fitness & Wellness Graduate AssistantEmily LaRock, Fitness & Wellness Graduate AssistantOld Dominion UniversityEngage in conversation about current trends, opportunities, challenges and successes in campus recreation fitness and wellness programs.

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Explore NorfolkA warm welcome to the heart of Virginia’s waterfront!

New in Norfolk, the Elizabeth River Trail is a 10.5 mile biking and pedestrian urban trail that occupies a railroad right-of-way and follows parts of Norfolk’s waterfront. Access the trail from Powhatan Avenue on ODU’s campus.

Featuring murals, sculpture and installations, the Neon Arts District is the center of Hampton Roads’ public art scene. 3 miles from ODU

The Historic Ghent neighborhood is a vibrant community filled to the brim with character, culture and delicious cuisine. Its main thoroughfare, Colley Avenue, and adjacent 21st and 22nd Streets are lined with eclectic eateries, unique shops, art galleries and antique stores. 1.5 miles from ODU

Norfolk’s relaxing beach community of Ocean View and East Beach will leave you feeling as though you’re in a whole other world. Ocean View is 7 miles from ODU • East Beach is 10 miles from ODU

Thank you to our sponsors!

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