The 2017 Sport Club Institute is quickly approaching taking place from June 21st-June 23rd in Virginia Beach, VA. Below is some information about the program proposal timeline for the conference.

Submit a presentation proposal today!

  • Program Proposal Deadline: March 1st, 2017
  • Conference Theme: Developing and Serving the New Student Athlete
  • Topic Areas for the conference to Consider:
    • Student Development (officer development, leadership education, councils/executive boards, student staff supervisors)
    • Risk and Safety Management (Athletic Trainers, concussion education, hazing prevention, travel/lodging policies)
    • Program Administration: (assessment, alumni relationships, recruitment/retention)
    • Financial Management (budgeting, fundraising, allocations, coaches stipends)
    • Event Management: (Facility usage/agreements, insurance, marketing/publicity)

In addition to the topic areas listed above, the committee has recommended the following specific topics that we are looking for presentations on:

  • Student Officer Training
  • Fundraising Methods
  • Sport Club Culture
  • Roles of Coaches and Advisors
  • How to Utilize Safety Officers
  • How to Utilize Event Supervisors

For more information about the conference including registration timeline and prices please visit the Sport Club Institute information on the NIRSA website.