Jan 13, 2023

North Carolina to Host University World Games in 2029

North Carolina has been awarded hosting rights for the 2029 World University Games. The vote happened at the organization’s meeting this week in Lake Placid, NY which is hosting the…

Aug 5, 2022

Twiddy Intern Micaela Nardino is Promoting Outer Banks Tourism

This article is part of the Not Your Average Summer series highlighting the internship experiences of both undergraduate and graduate students from the NC State College of Natural Resources. Micaela Nardino is a rising senior studying sustainable tourism and environmental sciences in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.

May 2, 2022

Graduation to Vocation: Massey Stichter is Promoting Outdoor Recreation

Upon graduation, Stichter will work as an outdoor adventure guide for The Road Less Traveled.

Nov 7, 2024

Susannah Weaver Explores Lifelong Passion for the Outdoors

Weaver is a junior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in parks, recreation and tourism management at NC State and a member of the Caldwell Fellows program.

Oct 5, 2022

Park Scholar Isaac Drown Talks About His Journey to NC State

Drown, who is majoring in parks, recreation and tourism management, is one of 42 NC State students to be named to the 27th class of Park Scholars.

Nov 9, 2021

Student Spotlight: Lauren Petro

A senior in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management, Lauren Petro was recently inducted into the Alpha Chapter of Rho Phi Lambda, NC State’s Honorary Professional Recreation, Park…

Oct 7, 2021

Student Spotlight: Massey Stichter

Massey Stichter facilitating a customized challenge course for students enrolled in enrolled in PRT/HESM 214: Introduction to Adventure Education at Schenck Forest.

Mar 24, 2021

Jim Rooney and Partner Launch “Playing the Long Game”

Earlier this year, PRTM was honored to host Jim Rooney, author of “A Different Way to Win,” to hear about his late father’s mission to bring about equity in the…

Oct 21, 2020

Partnerships Foster Community Outreach and Engagement

Students in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management strive to actively engage with local communities and schools. Here are some of the department’s most recent community partnerships and community engagement opportunities:

Jun 18, 2020

Graduation to Vocation: Promoting Student Athletes

College of Natural Resources graduate Ellie Rinehart’s passion is sport management. Read more about her journey.