Join us in Mount Pleasant as CMU host the 2026 MIRSA State Workshop. The two day event will be filled will learning, networking and a whole lot of fun.
Please check this website for updates as we get closer to the event.
Workshop registration is now open!
The cost for professionals is $50 and the workshop is FREE for students.
The deadline to register is Thursday, September 24.
8am – 12pm – Preconference Events (optional)
9am - Noon - Golf
9am - Noon - Pickleball Tournament
10:30am – 12pm – Facilities Tour
Noon – 1pm – Lunch & Registration
1pm – 1:45pm – Welcoming Address
1:45pm – 2:30pm – Keynote
2:35pm – 2:50pm – Group Photo
3pm – 3:50pm – Session 1
4pm – 4:50pm – Session 2
7pm – 10pm – Social
8am – 8:50am – Breakfast
9am – 10am – State Business Meeting
10am – 10:20am – Region 3 Updates
10:30am – 11:20am – Session 3
11:30am – 12:20pm – Round Tables
12:30pm – 1:30pm – Lunch & Closing
1:30pm – 3pm – Facilities Tour (optional)
*This is a tentative schedule subject to change
The 2026 Workshop will feature a dedicated Esports Education Track, created to provide valuable professional development opportunities for collegiate esports professionals, coaches, and administrators across Michigan and the Midwest.
Throughout the event, each series of educational sessions and roundtable discussions will include esports-focused content, creating a space for meaningful conversations around emerging trends, best practices, and the evolving landscape of collegiate esports. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the industry today.
Be sure to register and share this opportunity with your esports colleagues. Whether you're looking to expand your network, gain new insights, or engage in thoughtful discussions beyond the screen, this track will offer a unique and impactful experience.
Additional details about the Esports Education Track will be announced as the Program Committee finalizes the 2026 workshop agenda. Stay tuned for updates.
We’re excited to invite passionate professionals like you to share your knowledge, insights, and best practices with colleagues from across the state.
This workshop thrives because of the incredible contributions from our members. Whether you're submitting your first proposal or returning as a seasoned presenter, your willingness to educate, inspire, and engage is what makes this event meaningful and impactful.
The planning committee is committed to curating a diverse and high-quality lineup of educational sessions, panels, and roundtables. This year’s theme, "Fired Up to Lead: Igniting the Future," invites us to explore new ideas, approaches, and challenges within campus recreation and beyond. We encourage proposals that speak to this theme or any topic you're passionate about that supports the growth and development of our members. Sessions are tentatively scheduled for 50 minute slots. If you would like a different format, please reach out to the planning committee to discuss options.
If you have questions, please reach out to:
Scott Harrington, 2026 MIRSA State Workshop, Program Committee Chair
harri3sr@cmich.edu
989-774-7319
Deadline for Proposals: August 14, 2026
The Planning Committee has secured a room block at the Courtyard Mt. Pleasant at Central Michigan University, the official hotel for the 2026 Workshop.
Attendees are encouraged to book early to take advantage of the special workshop rate of $125 per night (plus applicable taxes). The discounted rate is available for stays on October 7–8, 2026.
To make a reservation, call the hotel directly and mention MIRSA to receive the group rate. Reservations may also be made through the online booking link provided.
Hotel Information
Phone: (989) 773-1444
Address: 2400 East Campus Drive, Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858
Hotel Block Deadline: September 16, 2026
We encourage attendees to reserve their accommodations as soon as possible, as rooms within the workshop block are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional lodging information and reservation details will be provided as they become available.
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