Parks Recreation and Tourism Management

Dec 12, 2023

Laurel Cavanagh ’23 Reflects on Her NC State Journey

Cavanagh, who graduates in December 2023 with a bachelor's degree in sport management, plans to seek a job in which she can assist people in achieving their goals.

Nov 17, 2023

New Study Looks at Modern Trends in One of the World’s Oldest Sports

More than 60% of the Americans who participate in the sport of curling are between the ages of 25 and 54, according to a new study published by NC State researchers.

Nov 2, 2023

Braden Holloway Named 2023 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year

Holloway '01 has led the NC State swimming and diving program to numerous conference and national championships since joining as head coach in 2011.

Oct 31, 2023

NC State Professor Recognized For Advancing Environmental Education

Kathryn Stevenson, an associate professor of parks, recreation and tourism management, was recently honored with the William C. Everhart Award by the Clemson University Institute for Parks.

Oct 23, 2023

Greener Neighborhoods Can Protect Us – at the Cellular Level

A new study finds that greenspace in urban environments has a positive impact on a key genetic marker associated with exposure to stress.

Oct 6, 2023

Local Parks Can’t Keep Up With Demand. This New Toolkit Could Help

As local parks and recreation agencies experience budget woes, NC State researchers have developed a new toolkit to help satisfy visitor expectations amid growing demand.

Sep 29, 2023

One Alumnus’ Journey From Natural Resources to Social Media

Meet Eric Evans II, a 2017 alum who went from majoring in sport management to working as a social media specialist for NC State.

Aug 28, 2023

Survey: Tourists’ Long-Term Plans More Uncertain Under Climate Change

Findings from a new study suggest that climate change could impact not only the total number of tourists visiting a place, but also the timing and duration – factors that could be important for tourism-related staffing and revenue.

Aug 21, 2023

5 Questions with UBS Arena Engineering and Maintenance Director Trevor Thomas

Thomas '19 was recently named to the International Association of Venue Managers 30 Under 30 Class of 2023.

Aug 14, 2023

Cailsen Lackey Provides Inclusive Summer Camp Experiences

This summer, Lackey served as an adventure counselor at Victory Junction in Randleman, North Carolina.