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Penguins in Antarctica - The COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted Research and Tourism, Even in Antarctica - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Apr 12, 2022

The COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted Research and Tourism, Even in Antarctica

An NC State researcher spoke about the pandemic’s impact on his work studying how tourists can impact penguins in Antarctica.
The Worthington Family - New Scholarship Established for Parks and Recreation Students - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Mar 29, 2022

New Scholarship Established for Parks and Recreation Students

For NC State alumni James “Jake” Worthington, donor support was pivotal in helping him pursue his lifetime dream of becoming a recreational and commercial fisherman in the Outer Banks. Now his parents, Jon and Lori, are #GivingPack to help other NC State students pursue their dreams.
Surf City Representatives - LeadHERship 2022 Celebrates and Inspires Women in Parks and Recreation - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Mar 22, 2022

LeadHERship 2022 Celebrates and Inspires Women in Parks and Recreation

Women working in parks and recreation throughout and beyond North Carolina gathered at the Durham Armory on March 16th for several days of networking, celebrating and mentoring. Created in 2011,…
Musher with huskies on snowy trail - PRTM Host Timely Seminar on Transformative Tourism - Dale, Charlynne and Vonda - LeadHERship 2022 Celebrates and Inspires Women in Parks and Recreation - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Mar 10, 2022

PRTM Hosts Timely Seminar on Transformative Tourism

NC State’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management (PRTM) hosted the first seminar of 2022 on February 25th featuring Joelle Soulard, assistant professor in the Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism…
Rashawn King with NC State wolf stuffed animal on shoulder - Celebrating Black Excellence: Rayshwn King is Promoting Parks and Recreation - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Feb 16, 2022

Celebrating Black Excellence: Rashawn King is Promoting Parks and Recreation

King, a regional consultant for Recreation Resources Service at NC State, provides grant administration, technical assistance, and educational sessions to parks and recreation departments in North Carolina.
Davin "Dave" Olsen - Remembering Dave Olsen, Early Advocate for Sport and Entertainment - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Feb 8, 2022

Remembering Dave Olsen, Early Advocate for Sport and Entertainment

When what is now called PNC Arena opened in 1999, arena general manager Davin “Dave” Olsen celebrated by doing his dance version of the “Funky Chicken.” Olsen, who went on…
Jones Lake State Park, circa 1940s - Tracking Injustice in the History of U.S. Public Parks - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Feb 3, 2022

Tracking Injustice in the History of U.S. Public Parks

A study led by an NC State researcher traces patterns of injustice in the creation of public parks in the United States.
Benjamin wood in his cap and gown - Student Spotlight: Benjamin Wood and the Path to Graduation - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Dec 16, 2021

Student Spotlight: Benjamin Wood and the Path to Graduation

NC State’s fall 2021 commencement ceremonies were finally held in person after a year of celebrating educational milestones online. The College of Natural Resources ceremony took place on Monday, December…
Victoria Fuda talking in front of a screen with an image from Thailand - What It Means To Think and Do: Turning Passion Into a Career - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Dec 14, 2021

What It Means To Think and Do: Turning Passion Into a Career

Victoria Fuda graduates this month with some incredible experience under her belt, thanks to private support.
Produce grows in garden boxes - Project for Outdoor Learning Garden Presented to Dillard Drive Elementary School - Parks Recreation and Tourism Management NC State University

Dec 9, 2021

Project for Outdoor Learning Garden Presented to Dillard Drive Elementary School

Moving school classes and programs offsite and into outdoor spaces in the community is useful and rewarding, but also takes specialized planning to efficiently accomplish. Students in NC State’s Department…