The concentration in recreation resources management is designed for those employed or seeking careers with agencies responsible for managing the nation's lands. One of the principal managerial tasks of these agencies, at federal, state, and local levels, involves accommodating and serving people engaged in outdoor recreation. Preparing personnel to plan, develop, manage and evaluate programs, policies, and facilities for recreation users is the objective of the core program requirements. The core courses are available in distance learning formats. Access to the Internet is required.
Enrollment is continuous.
Students have six months to complete each course. Students should consult with their faculty advisors to design a program of study beyond the core requirements. Students are required to present an oral defense of all theses or projects on campus. The liberal studies track is administered through the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies. Please consult that section of this chapter for further information.