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PRT 152 Introduction to Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Event Management
The goal of this course is to provide students with foundational knowledge of the role of recreation and leisure in our society. Facilitators, constraints, and motivational factors related to recreation and leisure behavior are discussed along with the role of recreation in community development and health and well-being across the lifespan. Topics addressed include human views and practices of recreation and leisure behavior, contemporary thinking about the relationship between time, work, and leisure, connections between recreation and wellness, and practices and methods used in the delivery of recreation, tourism, and leisure services (e.g., event planning, program planning, promoting tourism).
GEP Social Sciences
Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management (Minor)
The academic minor in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management is offered to students interested in gaining a basic knowledge of recreation, tourism and park services and an understanding of the benefits of leisure and recreation in our society. To complete the minor, students must take six hours of required courses and nine hours of electives. These courses provide undergraduates with the opportunity to explore recreation, parks, and leisure services as a potential for graduate work.