Parks Recreation and Tourism Management

Jan 27, 2022

Parks and Recreation Alum Promotes Luxury Camping

Patricia "PJ" Ray found her calling in parks and recreation and is now successfully operating her own glamping company.

Jan 10, 2022

Meet the Faculty: Department Head and Professor Rasul Mowatt

Mowatt was recently named head of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at NC State. His appointment began on December 1, 2020.

Dec 21, 2021

What It Means To Think and Do: Turning Passion Into a Career

Victoria Fuda graduates this month with some incredible experience under her belt, thanks to private support.

Dec 6, 2021

Outdoor Activity Tied to Mental Health of Teens, Young Adults During COVID-19 Pandemic

In two new studies, researchers from NC State found declines in outdoor activity and park use during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic were linked to young adults’, teens’ mental health.

Nov 30, 2021

Alumni Form Nonprofit Dedicated to Supporting Parks, Recreation, Open Spaces and the Arts

The Friends of Johnston County Parks group is working to expand recreational opportunities in Clayton, Smithfield and surrounding communities.

Nov 24, 2021

Graduation to Vocation: Holden Hartzog is Supporting Youth Soccer Development

Holden Hartzog will soon graduate with a bachelor's degree in sport management. Upon graduation, he will begin working for the United Soccer League in Tampa, Florida.

Nov 23, 2021

Graduation to Vocation: Hayley Tate is Promoting Wellness through Recreation

Hayley Tate will soon graduate with a master’s degree in parks, recreation, tourism and sport management. She is currently a licensed recreational therapist with UNC Health.

Oct 27, 2021

Changing Tides: Reimagining Tourism in the Outer Banks

As a tourism boom threatens the region's economic, social and environmental resources, one NC State researcher is working with communities to identify solutions.

Oct 11, 2021

Study Raises Questions About Access to Urban Parks During the Pandemic

A study led by researchers from NC State found the use of outdoor parks and trails in urban areas of North Carolina declined in the summer of 2020.

Oct 1, 2021

Study Finds Natural Outdoor Spaces Are Less Common at Schools

NC State researchers found natural spaces like woods or gardens were relatively rare in a small sample of elementary and middle schools in Wake County.