Welcome to the Division of Recreation and Leisure Studies in the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services in the College of Health Science and Human Services.
DIVISION MISSION
The Mission of the Division of Recreation and Leisure Studies is to provide academic course work, experiences, and research which prepare students to provide a diverse population of consumers with recreation and leisure services to enhance the quality of their lives.
DIVISION GOALS
- To provide students with a comprehensive understanding, knowledge, and appreciation of a broad based education that promotes the intellectual and personal development of the student and that emphasizes the importance that a broad based education plays in: developing professional competencies; enriching life satisfaction; and enhancing the ability to effectively function in society.
- To provide students with a knowledge and understanding of the conceptual foundations of Recreation and Leisure and provide experiences that allow for the development and application of knowledge learned during course of study.
- To provide professional interaction between local practitioners and students that enhances student understanding and knowledge related to the abilities and skills needed to become an effective member of the leisure services profession.
- To prepare students to successfully pass the Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification examination.
- To provide an environment that allows faculty to continue to engage in recreation-related research and develop research agendas that incorporate students into research studies and utilize the opportunity to collaborate with other academic units.
- To assist the student in creating a network with peers, faculty and professionals in the field of recreation.
DIVISION VISION
The Division of Recreation and Leisure Studies will be recognized by the university community, professionals in the field, alumni and friends for the high quality of its academic programs, exceptionally prepared graduates, and its engaged and well respected faculty.
