RPLS Day 2025

Friday, September 26, 2025
12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, Mankato I For the entire RPLS community

RPLS Day logo featuring words Reconnect, Play, Learn, Socialize


Recreation and Parks Leadership Studies (RPLS) friends, supporters, students, alumni and collaborators are all invited to the fourth annual RPLS Day!

This event is an opportunity to connect with new friends and reconnect with old ones as the entire RPLS community gathers to celebrate the positive impact RPLS has on the world around us. 

 

RPLS Day Mission
RPLS Day seeks to foster a strong, caring, supportive community consisting of RPLS students, alumni, and friends who champion recreation, parks, and leisure for all. 


2025 Schedule

Event Schedule:

12:30 p.m. | Doors open


1:00 p.m. | Networking in Motion

This session provides an opportunity to chat with students and professionals, recruit for employment opportunities, and enjoy the company of new and familiar faces.


2:00 p.m. | Hot Topics Panel

The return of an old favorite! Park and recreation leaders assemble to share their thoughts about current trends in the field. A fun way to keep up to date on emerging topics and bright ideas.


3:00 p.m. | RPLS Honors

This session honors the varied contributions of current students, alumni, former faculty, community members, and other friends of the program.


4:00 p.m. | Social Hour 

After a long day of learning, stick around on site to continue conversations from the day and celebrate the achievements of our friends. Cash bar will be available.


6:00 p.m. | Closing Time

Though our time at the Civic Center may be ending, all are encouraged to continue socializing at the wide variety of restaurants and bars within walking distance.


RSVP for RPLS DAY 2025

Submit nominations for the RPLS awards/Honors


If you have any questions, contact Jonathan Hicks at 507-389-2747.