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Parks Recreation and Tourism Management

Kelly Quiring

Jan 9, 2019

Alumni Spotlight: Kelly Quiring

Kelly Quiring ‘09, shares her passion for tourism and management daily as a dual food and beverage manager for various hotels throughout Raleigh.

Celeste Kathleen in her cap and gown

Dec 13, 2018

Nontraditional Graduate Celeste Kathleen Reflects on Time in the College of Natural Resources

Alumna Celeste Kathleen reflects on her time in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.

Pitch Riley golfing

Dec 12, 2018

Graduate to Golf Course – Pitch Riley Reflects on Time at the College of Natural Resources

Pitch Riley graduated in 2018 with a degree in PGA golf management.

Celeste Kathleen

Sep 4, 2018

Student Spotlight: Celeste Kathleen

Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management student Celeste Kathleen attended the Pathways conference to present her research to industry professionals, supported by the CNR Enrichment Fund.

Women walking in park

Aug 27, 2018

Sick and Tired? There’s an App for That

Dr. Jason Bocarro and partners working in public health and wellbeing are testing a revolutionary new app that communicates with patients and helps them fill park prescriptions for a more healthy lifestyle.

May 22, 2018

How to Become a Park Ranger

Students interested in how to become a park ranger should be comfortable working with people, care about nature and enjoy working outdoors every day. With duties that can vary significantly,…

Jim Wall and his wife

Nov 3, 2017

Jim Wall Honored as 2017 Alumnus of the Year

Jim Wall, a Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management alumnus, honored as the 2017 College of Natural Resources Alumnus of the Year during Red and White Week.

P1Tourism

Jan 7, 2016

Start-Up Connects Micro-Entrepreneurs With Tourists

Researchers at NC State University say they’ve created a way for the public to easily find and connect with these smallest of small business owners, who often not only serve as experts at their crafts but are also top-notch tour guides in their community.

Lake Raleigh

Nov 13, 2015

Why a Trip to the Park Is Good For Your Health

Parks have important social and community development benefit -- they make urban neighborhoods more livable and increase people’s sense of community.