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Parks Recreation and Tourism Management

5 Questions with Athletic Coordinator Garrit Soney, College of Natural Resources, Garrit Soney, feature

Aug 19, 2020

5 Questions with Athletic Coordinator Garrit Soney

We sat down with Garrit Soney, a 2019 Parks, Recreation, and Tourism graduate, to talk about his experience as an Athletic Coordinator and time at NC State.

students on campus wearing masks

Aug 17, 2020

Preparing Parks, Recreation and Tourism Students To Serve Diverse Audience

North Carolina State University professors joined experts from around the country and nation in generating recommendations for other educators preparing students to serve a diverse clientele.

A Slash Creek Oyster - Researchers Strive to Boost NC's Oyster Tourism Industry - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 14, 2020

Researchers Strive to Boost NC’s Oyster Tourism Industry

Researchers in NC State University's Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management are working to launch the North Carolina Oyster Trail.

Flooding in Venice - Landmarks Facing Climate Threats Could 'Transform, "Expert Says - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 10, 2020

Landmarks Facing Climate Threats Could ‘Transform,’ Expert Says

Researchers are asking whether iconic locations threatened by climate change should be allowed to transform.

NC State wolf statue - Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Recognized as Leader in Outdoor Recreation - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 7, 2020

Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Recognized as Leader in Outdoor Recreation

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management is being recognized with the National Recreation Resource Leadership Award from the Society of Outdoor Professionals.

Meet Our Fall 2020 Incoming Students, College of Natural Resources, Martina Nordstrand, feature

Aug 6, 2020

Meet Our Fall 2020 Incoming Students

Join us in welcoming our fall 2020 incoming students. They come from different backgrounds and will be working towards a variety of degrees, but are all connected by the College of Natural Resources to Think and Do.

A waterfall in the forest - Historic Act Provides Funding for Parks and Conservation - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 5, 2020

Historic Act Provides Funding for Parks and Conservation

A new law will drastically improve parks and open spaces across the United States.

Tee Time: A Conversation with a Golf Club Fitter, College of Natural Resources, Ben Freundt fitting a club - feature

Aug 5, 2020

Tee Time: A Conversation with a Golf Club Fitter

Ben Freundt graduated with a degree in Professional Golf Management in 2017. We sat down with him to talk about his career as a club fitter and time at NC State.

Silhouette of a child fishing - To Bond with Nature, Kids Need Solitary Activities Outdoors - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Aug 5, 2020

To Bond with Nature, Kids Need Solitary Activities Outdoors

A new study found solitary activities like hunting, fishing or exploring outside are key to building strong bonds between children and nature.

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Jul 29, 2020

The Impact of COVID-19 on Tourism

The world and the tourism industry were forever changed due to COVID-19. Get the latest data on this vital industry and the people who rely on it.