June 2-3, 2022
This event focuses on providing an opportunity to network with students and professionals in campus recreation from across the state. We look forward to seeing you at Florida International University!
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50 public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. High research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in on the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 58,000 and 260,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.
The Wellness and Recreation Center at FIU offers an environment that enhances our students' academic experiences and self identity, by providing opportunities for the development of a healthy lifestyle, lifelong friendships and the advancement of the university experience. Whether at the Modesto Maidique Campus or the Biscayne Bay Campus, there is a fully equipped recreation center offering fitness classes, state-of-the-art gym equipment, adventure excursions and more.
Speakers
- Brittany Baldwin
Keynote Speaker: Brittany Baldwin | Assistant Director of Fitness at FIU
Brittany Baldwin is the Assistant Director of Fitness at Florida International University. Her previous institutions of employment include the S.U.N.Y. Brockport and Creighton University.
Brittany has a Master’s Degree in Recreation Administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Creighton University.
Over the last few years, Brittany has presented at numerous national conferences on an array of topics related to fitness and wellness program management and solutions. She is a published author of research studies as well as fitness editorial content, and currently works as an adjunct instructor for the Recreation and Sports Management department at FIU as well.
- Stacy Connell
Stacy Connell | Senior Business Development Manager for Universities and Corporate Wellbeing Specialist for Technogym
Stacy Connell is the Senior Business Development Manager for Universities and Corporate Wellbeing Specialist for Technogym. Stacy creatively designs movement and wellbeing spaces, wellness consulting and occasionally sells a treadmill or two on behalf of Technogym. Stacy brings 20 years of experience in the fitness and wellness industry as a nationally recognized health, wellbeing, and recreation expert, speaker, and consultant from her work in the higher education and corporate wellness settings. Stacy also owns and manages her own consulting business SLC Wellbeing where she’s supported a diverse clientele such as Populous, Anthem, Sephora and the American Council on Education.
Prior to her time at Technogym, Stacy spent 14 years on campus – most recently as the first Senior Director for Health Initiatives at Georgia Tech, and previously at North Carolina State University, the University of Georgia and Texas Christian University.
Stacy recently ended her term as co-chair of NIRSA’s Inaugural Health and Wellbeing Task Force, which she and the team received the NIRSA National Service Award for at the 2022 Conference in Portland, OR.She also serves on the Wellbeing Advisory Council for the American Cancer Society, Partnership for a Healthier America and the Jed Foundation. Stacy has held previous board roles with National Consortium for Building Healthy Academic Communities.
Stacy received Bachelors’ Degrees in Exercise Physiology- Fitness & Nutrition and Biological Science from Florida State University and a master’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Georgia. She also holds many fitness and wellness credentials including certified wellness practitioner, certified health coach, registered yoga teacher, certified strength and conditioning specialist, personal trainer and fitness instructor. Additionally, Stacy has continued to expand her knowledge through intensive leadership programs, diversity and inclusion trainings, and skill-based education in motivational interviewing, improvement science and design thinking.
Stacy lives in Atlanta, GA with her husband and their three children, Mason, Logan, and Piper. Stacy enjoys unwinding with family hikes, a good run, cheering her kids on at baseball and soccer, and craft cocktails.
Summit Agenda
Day 1 - June 2, 2022
Lunch, Check In, & Vendor Fair
11:00am – 1:00pm
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom Middle
Sponsored By: Specialized Fitness Resources and Pepsi
Keynote: Keep Your Fire Burning Bright
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom Middle
Speaker: Brittany Baldwin
To continue positively impacting the campus environment with the work we do within campus recreation, it’s important to maintain a deep sense of passion and inspiration for our roles as student employees and professional staff members.
In this keynote address, I will share recommendations for how we can keep our fires burning bright, even in the face of challenges and adversity.
Sponsored By: De La Rosa
Session #1
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Roundtable: Student Staffing
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom East
Roundtable: Fitness
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom West
Wellness and Recreation Center Tour - General
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Meet in Ballroom Lobby
Sponsored By: Rubbermaid
305 Cafecito Chat & State Business Meeting
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom Lobby
Sponsored By: Gojo
Session #2
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Education Session: Collaborations to Maximize Athletic Training Services
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom East
Roundtable: Intramural/Club Sports
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom West
Roundtable: Directors
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Faculty & Dining Club
Wellness and Recreation Center Tour - General & Facilities
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Meet in Ballroom Lobby
Sponsored By: Rubbermaid
Summit Social
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Beat Culture, 7250 NW 11th St, Miami, FL 33126
Meet at outside the SAS building bus stop by 6:15pm. We will be leaving to the brewery at 6:30pm.
Sponsored By: 3M & The Gym Docs
Day 2 - June 3, 2022
Morning Workout - Cycling Class
7:00am – 8:00am
Building: Wellness and Recreation Center
Sponsored By: Technogym
Breakfast
8:30am – 9:30am
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom Middle
Sponsored By: Technogym
Keynote: Back to the Future: Technology, Fitness + Wellbeing
8:30am – 9:30am
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom Middle
Speaker: Stacy Connell
Future planning in collegiate recreation and wellness centers has poised campuses to creatively forecast what is next for the students of tomorrow but sometimes that charge can seem daunting. Reflecting on the lessons that collegiate recreation departments learned during the pandemic, what will we carry with us in the long-term? How could technology, fitness and wellbeing intertwine? How could recreation spaces and programs adapt to change? Let’s stretch our imaginations and hypothesize what the next few decades can look like while consider some strategies to equip ourselves now to embrace the inevitable change to come.
Sponsored By: Technogym
Session #3
9:30am – 10:30am
Roundtable: Aquatics
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom East
Roundtable: Facilities
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom West
Wellness and Recreation Center Tour - General
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Meet in Ballroom Lobby
Sponsored By: Rubbermaid
Session #4
10:30am – 11:30am
Education Session: Cohesive Construction
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom East
Roundtable: Risk Management
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom West
Roundtable: Marketing
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom Middle
Wellness and Recreation Center Tour & Roundtable: E-Sports
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Meet in Ballroom Lobby
Sponsored By: Rubbermaid
Session #5
11:30am – 12:30pm
Education Session: How to Train Your Atypical Client
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom East
Roundtable: Technology in Recreation
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom West
Roundtable: Hiring Students
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballroom Middle
Wellness and Recreation Center Tour - General & Fitness
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Meet in Ballroom Lobby
Sponsored By: Rubbermaid
Grab and Go Lunch
12:30pm – 1:00pm
Building: Graham Center (GC) | Room: Ballrooms
Sponsored By: Life Fitness
Kayaking on the Bay
2:00pm – 5:00pm
FIU Biscayne Bay Campus - Wellness and Recreation Center
Sponsored By: Synergy
Group Fitness Class Offerings
We have a variety of group fitness class offerings available to all NIRSA Florida Summit attendees.
Glow Yoga
June 2, 12:00pm-1:15pm | Instructor: JC
June 3, 12:00pm-1:15pm | Instructor: Jacqueline
Location: Blue and Gold Room
TrampoLEAN
June 2, 2:00pm-3:00pm | Instructor: Ray
Location: Blue and Gold Room
Cycling
June 3, 7:00am-7:50am | Instructor: Ray
Location: Cycling Studio
CEU Credits
CEUs may be defined in various ways depending on the credential program. NIRSA Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are records of educational experiences to be earned and used towards RCRSP applications and renewals. NIRSA CEUs are assigned to education activities/programs/events that meet the NIRSA CEU eligible standards outlined in this handbook section. One NIRSA Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is defined as one hour of participation in an organized continuing education experience that meets the criteria below.Where to Stay
Courtyard Miami at Dolphin Mall - $129 USD/night
Must book before May 16 to receive special pricing.
To make a phone reservation please contact 1-844-205-7651 and provide the group code “NIRC”.
