FAQ

NIRSA 2023 Pittsburgh

Frequently Asked Questions

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When will registration open?

Conference registration will open on Tuesday, December 6, 2022.

When will I be able to reserve my hotel room?

Reservations can be made after you register for the conference. Your receipt/confirmation will include a link to book your room at one of the conference hotels.

There will not be a virtual conference option for NIRSA 2023.

What is new and different at this year’s NIRSA Annual Conference?

There were many changes at NIRSA 2022 that will carry over into this year’s event. The Opening General Session will feature a welcome address and recognitions as well as the presentation of the NIRSA Honor Award. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings will feature a mainstage keynote speaker in the ballroom. Grab and go breakfast will be available on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with Friday’s breakfast options located in the Expo Hall.

Check out the NZone to network with colleagues, catch up on new trends, and learn what your fellow members are up to.

How do I get around?

Please visit our hotel and travel webpage for all the great resources available in Pittsburgh.

Does NIRSA offer financial assistance?

NIRSA does not but the NIRSA Foundation does. You can learn more about financial assistance on the NIRSA website.

I want to plan an independent social. Who can I contact?

To inquire about space and options at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center or the conference hotels, reach out to NIRSA Director of Events & Experiences, Sierra Smith.

If you are interested in one of the many venues in the downtown or surrounding areas, contact Molly Evans with VisitPittsburgh.

Is there a conference app?

Yes, NIRSA will be using the Pheedloop app again this year. Registered attendees will receive a personalized email with information on how to access and log in to the app around March 14.

Where can I fill out an incident report during or after the conference?

If you have been a part of or witness to an incident at NIRSA 2023, we ask that you complete a report to document the incident. These forms will also be available at the Conference Registration Desk.

NIRSA reserves the right to take any action deemed necessary and appropriate—including immediate removal from the event without warning or refund—in response to any incident of unacceptable behavior, and NIRSA reserves the right to prohibit attendance at any future meeting or event.