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researchers on a boat - Five Questions with Erin Seekamp and Chris Osburn of the Coastal Resilience and Sustainability Initiative - Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at NC State University

Feb 14, 2024

Five Questions with Erin Seekamp and Chris Osburn of the Coastal Resilience and Sustainability Initiative

NC State’s Coastal Resilience and Sustainability Initiative envisions a future where people, ecosystems and economies are more resilient in the face of rapid social and environmental change. We spoke with Goodnight Distinguished Professor and CRSI Director Erin Seekamp and Professor and Director of the Blue Economy Innovation Program Chris Osburn about the CRSI’s background, growth and how the initiative catalyzes transformation in a changing climate.
National Park Service sign - New Scholarship Paves Trail for Future Park Rangers - Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at NC State University

Jan 22, 2024

New Scholarship Paves Trail for Future Park Rangers

A scholarship established by Rebecca Harriett ’79 and her husband will support College of Natural Resources students interested in working at state or national parks.
Logan Jones - Logan Jones Takes a Swing to Expand His Experience - Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at NC State University

Dec 6, 2023

Logan Jones Takes a Swing to Expand His Experience

Logan Jones recently completed an NC State Online degree program. Currently with the Chicago White Sox, Jones travels often and found the online format helpful as he continued his educational journey. Read more about Jones’ experiences with NC State Online!

Dec 5, 2024

5 Questions with Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation’s George Ivey

Ivey graduated from NC State in 2021 with a master’s degree in parks, recreation, tourism and sport management. He now serves as the North Carolina development director for the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation.

Jun 10, 2024

5 Questions with Director of Softball Operations Carson Shaner

Shaner graduated from NC State in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in sport management and in 2023 with a master’s degree in parks, recreation, tourism and sport management.

Mar 14, 2025

Natural Resources Alumni Affected by Federal Layoffs Speak Out

Courtney Hotchkiss and Julianne Reas were among the thousands of federal employees to recently lose their jobs as a result of the government’s “workforce optimization initiative.”

Feb 18, 2025

5 Questions with Wolfpack Club’s Banks Cathey

Cathey graduated from NC State in May 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in sport management. He now works as a development assistant for the Wolfpack Club.

Jan 20, 2025

Parks and Recreation Alumni Making Centennial Campus A Vibrant and Active Community Space

Two parks, recreation and tourism management alumni are venturing out on a new path of success on NC State’s Centennial Campus. Jude DesNoyer ’06 and Katherine “Katie” Butler ’23 are…

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.
AG Osborne - Alum AG Osborne Wins Anderson Award from REI - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Jun 12, 2023

Alum AG Osborne Wins Anderson Award from REI

AG Osborne earned his online masters of recreation (MPRTSM) degree and graduated with distinction in 2022, all while working at Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI). Osborne received the company’s Anderson Award,…