Serving on a committee is an excellent way to become more involved in GRSA!
Committees consist of 1 committee chair and additional committee members. Committees include: Scholarship, Social, Extramural, and Media & Marketing. More information about committees can be found on the individual committee pages or by contacting committee chairs. Each committee is a volunteer position and requires a specific time commitment. Time commitment for committees varies by individual committee, however, it is an expectation that all committee members play an active role in committee business. Failure to do so may result in removal of committee membership.
Serving on a committee is a great way to get involved and learn the basic operations of GRSA. If you have aspirations to serve on the GRSA Board in the future, your involvement on a committee can assist in pursuing your goal! We highly encourage you to contact the committee chair for more information on how to begin serving!
Committees consist of 1 committee chair and additional committee members. Committees include: Scholarship, Social, Extramural, and Media & Marketing. More information about committees can be found on the individual committee pages or by contacting committee chairs. Each committee is a volunteer position and requires a specific time commitment. Time commitment for committees varies by individual committee, however, it is an expectation that all committee members play an active role in committee business. Failure to do so may result in removal of committee membership.
Serving on a committee is a great way to get involved and learn the basic operations of GRSA. If you have aspirations to serve on the GRSA Board in the future, your involvement on a committee can assist in pursuing your goal! We highly encourage you to contact the committee chair for more information on how to begin serving!
Scholarship Committee Chair
Sean Willett - Georgia Southern University - Armstrong Campus
swillett@georgiasouthern.edu
General Members:
Lashica Thomas - Columbus State University
Ryan Tubbs - Life University
Mission: To solicit applications and identify/award scholarships. Identify and create events/opportunities to provide funding to the GRSA Scholarship Program.
Committee Responsibilities:
Sean Willett - Georgia Southern University - Armstrong Campus
swillett@georgiasouthern.edu
General Members:
Lashica Thomas - Columbus State University
Ryan Tubbs - Life University
Mission: To solicit applications and identify/award scholarships. Identify and create events/opportunities to provide funding to the GRSA Scholarship Program.
Committee Responsibilities:
- Review the current scholarship information and application forms, making recommendations for revisions if necessary.
- Distribute applications to institutional and student members. Work with the GRSA Director to market and publicize the program.
- Conduct the review and selection process. Work with the GRSA Director-elect to provide recognition for the scholarship recipients.
- Collaborate with committee members to identify and announce winners prior to the workshop. Present winners at the workshop
- Work with the GRSA Treasurer to determine the award amounts and ensure reimbursement to the recipients.
- Coordinate the annual live action for GRSA Scholarships at the State Workshop.
Social Committee Chair
Leigh Johnson - Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus
ljohnson@georgiasouthern.edu
General Members:
Lauren Davis- Columbus State University
Steven Wright - Georgia College & State University
Courtney Brown- University of Georgia
Mission: To assist in the promotion and maintenance of social relationships among the GRSA membership through sponsored events and activities. This committee also aids in creating a sense of community for the GRSA membership through the events and activities offered.
Committee Responsibilities:
- Coordinate annual GRSA Social at the NIRSA National Conference.
- Assist the Host Committee with GRSA State Workshop Social as needed.
- Work in conjunction with the GRSA Scholarship Committee in developing and coordinating an annual summer event that provides funds for the GRSA Scholarship Program.
- Select the day, date, time and location of the social(s).
- Secure social(s) sponsor(s), if applicable.
- Coordinate the activity, meal or refreshments, prize drawings, entertainment, etc.
- Collaborate with the State Director and Treasurer on budget.
- Host the social(s).
- Recruit volunteers as needed.
- Assist in publicizing the event.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Board or Chairperson.
Extramural Committee Chairs
Wyatt Lee- Kennesaw State University
wlee17@kennesaw.edu
Klee Sellers- Georgia Southern University
ksellers@georgiasouthern.edu
This committee is open to all competitive sports, intramural, and club sports professionals in Georgia. Typically, the committee meets once a year in the summer. To join this committee, please contact the committee chair.
Mission: To coordinate the planning and operation of extramural events in the state of Georgia.
Committee Responsibilities:
Wyatt Lee- Kennesaw State University
wlee17@kennesaw.edu
Klee Sellers- Georgia Southern University
ksellers@georgiasouthern.edu
This committee is open to all competitive sports, intramural, and club sports professionals in Georgia. Typically, the committee meets once a year in the summer. To join this committee, please contact the committee chair.
Mission: To coordinate the planning and operation of extramural events in the state of Georgia.
Committee Responsibilities:
- Determine host schools/locations for events.
- Determine rules for events.
- Determine eligibility requirements for events.
- Approve budget for events.
- Assist the operation of events.
- Recruit and encourage schools/teams to participate.
- Keep statistical/historical records of events.
- Provide information for GRSA newsletter.
- Develop a stipend program for teams to attend regional/national tournaments.
- Promote and raise funds for the Sarah Fain Memorial Scholarship.
Media & Marketing Committee Chair
Leigh Johnson- Georgia Southern University- Armstrong Campus
ljohnson@georgiasouthern.edu
General Members:
Lisa Williamson - University of Georgia
Bobby Zaidan- Georgia State University
Mission: To create and manage digital and print media that aptly represents Georgia Recreational Sports Association information and disseminates content to current and prospective members.
Committee Responsibilities:
- Manage social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter).
- Maintain the GRSA website.
- Assist with annual workshop marketing needs.
- Assist with the marketing needs of the annual GRSA state social, hosted at the Annual NIRSA conference.
- Host monthly #GRSAChat sessions.
Outreach Committee Chair
Lisa Williamson - University of Georgia
lisawilliamson@uga.edu
General Members:
Kacy Toberg - Georgia State University
Tara Parker - Kennesaw State University
Lashica Thomas - Columbus State University
Darrin Wolfe - Georgia Institute of Technology
Mission: To provide outreach to public and private schools within the state of Georgia that do not actively participate in NIRSA or GRSA and develop relationships and showcase resources that demonstrate the value we can provide.
Committee Responsibilities:
Lisa Williamson - University of Georgia
lisawilliamson@uga.edu
General Members:
Kacy Toberg - Georgia State University
Tara Parker - Kennesaw State University
Lashica Thomas - Columbus State University
Darrin Wolfe - Georgia Institute of Technology
Mission: To provide outreach to public and private schools within the state of Georgia that do not actively participate in NIRSA or GRSA and develop relationships and showcase resources that demonstrate the value we can provide.
Committee Responsibilities:
- Develop a list of schools who are not active GRSA/NIRSA members.
- Engage potential members via phone/email/Zoom.
- Send personal invitations to attend GRSA State Workshop.
- Visit with schools on campus, meet in person to explain what GRSA is about.
- Educate potential members on GRSA membership benefits (scholarships, etc.)
- Meet & greet with new State Workshop attendees.
- Serve as conference buddies to show new members around and connect with others.
- Assess why individuals don’t attend GRSA and inquire how GRSA can be a resource.
- Work with the GRSA Board to determine potential benefits for new members.
STAY CONNECTED
GRSA Members! If you have a campus recreation related state/regional event, position announcement, etc. you would like to be added to the calendar or shared to our GRSA listserv, please e-mail grsanirsa@gmail.com with additional information.
