Recreation Management
Recreation management plays a major role in promoting a healthy lifestyle and environment.
The mission of the Recreation Management BS Degree is to prepare graduates to make a difference in the lives and practices of individuals, families, and communities by informing policy, promoting economic development, advocating stewardship of natural resources, encouraging inclusive community service, bolstering lifelong recreation participation, and working to enhance overall quality of life. Students are exposed to the various facets of this dynamic and rapidly growing field through a combination of classroom and experiential learning opportunities, providing them with the knowledge and skills they need for career success. Beyond core courses, students can choose a parks and outdoor recreation concentration, therapeutic recreation concentration, or an individualized concentration.
Primary Faculty
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Laurence Chalip
Academic Program Co-Coordinator
PhD, University of Chicago -
Brenda Wiggins
Academic Program Co-Coordinator
PhD, University of Oregon -
Hung-Ling Liu
PhD, Oklahoma State University -
Sammie Powers
PhD, Penn State -
Ellen Rodgers
PhD, The Pennsylvania State University -
Paul Gilbert
MA, George Mason University