Join us for Campus Recreation’s signature events, featuring a mix of our most popular activities and exciting new experiences. These annual events are designed to bring the entire NAU community together, fostering a sense of pride, tradition, and camaraderie. Our goal is to provide a fun and inclusive recreational experience, promoting healthy lifestyles and a strong sense of connection.
Rec the Night
Get ready for an unforgettable Welcome Week experience at Rec the Night, brought to you by Campus Recreation. Join us at the Recreation Center for an evening filled with exciting activities and programs. Experience the thrill of Trendy Traverse on our Climbing Wall, unleash your competitive side in a game of dodgeball, and transport yourself into a larger-than-life PAC-MAN game that glows in the dark. We’ll also have a cozy campfire where you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
Best of all, this event is completely free for NAU students! Just remember to bring your ID. Please be aware that the weight room and indoor track will be temporarily closed during Rec the Night.
Don’t miss this opportunity to kick off Welcome Week with a bang. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable event.
Lumberjack Late Night
Lumberjack Late nights are fun and exciting events on Thursdays, Fridays, and even Saturday nights. These events are centered on relaxation, meeting new people, trying new things and redefining recreation. Do not miss out on events such as Laser Tag, Board Game Nights, Mario Kart Tournaments and more! Prizes will be given out just for showing up! There is always something happening late at night at the recreation center for everyone to enjoy.
NIRSA: Leaders in Collegiate Recreation
History of NIRSA
In 1950, Dr. William Wasson brought together twenty African American intramural directors from historically black colleges to attend the first intramural conference at Dillard University. This led to the formation of the National Intramural Association (NIA), with Dr. Wasson serving as its inaugural president. Eventually, the NIA became the National Intramural Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) in 1975.
Today, NIRSA boasts over 4,000 members across 700 campuses, including military installations, public parks, correctional facilities, not-for-profit organizations, and private enterprises. As a non-profit membership organization, NIRSA leads in various recreational sports areas such as training, professional development, intramural sports, fitness programming, sports clubs, recreation facilities, outdoor recreation, wellness programs, informal recreation, and aquatic programs.
