Parks Recreation and Tourism Management

Nov 12, 2019

Veteran Terry W. Shockley ‘75 named the College of Natural Resources 2019 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year

Mr. Shockley graduated from the College of Natural Resources in 1975 with a degree in Recreation and Park Administration.

Nov 12, 2019

NC State Alumnus Wins $1M Grant for Environmental Education

This grant will help alumnus Jonathan Marchal spread environmental education programs to all 100 NC counties.

Oct 14, 2019

Jenna Hartley Awarded NOAA Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship

Jenna Hartley, a PhD student in the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management, was awarded a $150K scholarship from NOAA.

Aug 19, 2019

Alumnus Devotes Career to Protecting Our Nation’s Natural and Cultural Resources

For National Park Service Trail Administrator, Johnny Carawan, administering 680 miles of the Washington Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail is more than a job — it’s a calling.

Aug 1, 2019

Children Prefer Faraway Wildlife to Local Nature

Generally, children thought more favorably of faraway charismatic species, such as pandas and cheetahs, than local ones.

Jul 19, 2019

Can Parks Help Cities Fight Crime?

A study of green space and parks in the 300 largest U.S. cities reveals what helps lower the risk of crime.

Jun 26, 2019

Military Student Brings Lawmakers and Veterans Together Outdoors to Create Change

U.S. Army Captain Matthew Arevian is bringing stakeholders together to show the impact of the outdoors to veterans.

Jun 21, 2019

Meet DELTA Faculty Fellow Stacy Supak

With hundreds of eager students under her guidance each semester, DELTA Faculty Fellow Stacy Supak plays an important role on campus. She makes the most of it by teaching with technology. Hear how she's ushering in new tools and techniques to help students think spatially at NC State.

May 9, 2019

Graduation to Vocation: Managing Philanthropic Events

College of Natural Resources graduate Ellison Lambert wants to help others by organizing events and fundraisers for non-profits.

May 6, 2019

Climate Education for Kids Increases Climate Concerns for Parents

A new study finds that educating children about climate change increases their parents' concerns about climate change.