Educators
The REC Net National Conference is dedicated to providing and promoting professional development, creative resources, and networking for students, educators, and others dedicated to delivering services in the recreation industry.
Research Symposium
Educators are able to submit abstract submissions for review and, if selected, get the opportunity to present at the National Conference in a peer reviewed setting.
Networking
Network with fellow Educators, Professionals, and Vendors from around the country.
The more you bring!
If your students bring five classmates they receive $25 each! If they bring ten classmates they each receive $50!
Student Information:
The purpose of the REC Net National conference is to:
- Provide and promote professional development.
- Share creative resources.
- Create networking opportunities.
- Present student job opportunities.
The more you bring!
- Bring 5 fellow students from your university and each receive $25 back
- Bring 10 fellow students from your university and each receive $50 back
Student Scholarship:
Each year, REC Net Emerging Professional Members who are currently enrolled in a college or university have the chance to apply for a scholarship to help defray the cost of student conference fees. For 2025, the Scholarship Committee is excited to offer a revitalized scholarship program that we believe students will find both exciting and easy to apply for. Each selected scholarship winner will be expected to assist for approximately ten hours during the National Conference, at the Kiawah Island Golf Resort.
Assignments may include helping with the social committee, selling raffle tickets, working at the registration desk or assisting with event décor. In addition, each recipient will be paired with a board member who will serve as a mentor throughout the conference, providing guidance on the event, sharing insight into properties of interest, and offering a valuable connection to industry leadership. We believe this experience will help students better understand all aspects of REC Net and learn directly from some of the best leaders in our field.
In recognition of their service, each scholarship recipient will receive a certificate of appreciation and a $119 travel stipend. To be considered, applicants must be current REC Net members and currently enrolled at a college or university.
Emerging Professionals must complete a brief form, see below, by 5 pm ET on October 23, 2025. All applicants will be notified of the outcome by October 27, 2025, by Marti Bowers, REC Net’s Director of Marketing & Communications and Chair of the Emerging Professional Committee.
If you have questions, please do not hesitate to email Marti at marti.fowler@rec-network.org.
Job Fair
Over 200 job opportunities for students, part time, and full-time roles. If you are seeking an internship or full-time work REC Net Job Fair has it all for you!
Educational Sessions
Opportunities for personal development and growth.
Networking
New to networking? Have no fear, this is a welcoming group. REC Net hosts one of the largest networking conferences in the commercial recreation industry. It is one of the BEST networking opportunities out there!
Student Membership
Only $20 or
FREE to all students attending a REC Net Educational Institution. Check with your professor today!
Student Scholarship
Be mentored by a REC Net Board member and work 10 hours at the conference for financial support! Must be a member first. Questions email info@rec-network.org.
More ways to save $ for Conference
Fundraise at your campus! Lots of student clubs and departments have funding for educational conferences. Ask your professor or club representatives for help!