Parks, Recreation, Sport and Tourism

The field of parks, recreation, sport, and tourism is a multi-billion-dollar industry that encompasses essential environmental and social issues such as conservation, community building, human development, health and well-being, and the quality of life. The Parks, Recreation, Sport, and Tourism program provides students with opportunities to develop knowledge and skills for designing, managing, and evaluating various leisure services across a variety of user groups. The undergraduate degree program is comprehensive yet tailored to meet the needs of students based on current job requirements and professional trends, including leadership, communication, problem solving, and economics. All our areas of emphasis are accredited with eligibility to sit for the Certified Park and Recreation Professional certification. A wide range of careers in Parks, Recreation, Sport and Tourism include outdoor educator, park manager,  park ranger, natural resource manager, backcountry guide, visitor services specialists, recreation supervisor, facility manager, health and wellness coordinator, golf course manager, park planner, equipment manager, aquatics coordinator, customer relations specialists, coach, game-day operations manager, compliance  officer, fundraising coordinator, sales manger, marketing specalits, tourism coordinator, ecotourism guide, tour operator, and sustainable tourism consultant.

This major has the following emphasis areas:

• Natural Resource Recreation Management , BS
• Recreation Administration , BS
• Sport Management , BS
• Tourism Development , BS