Texas A&M University

University/College Address
2261 TAMU
College Station Texas
Department Name
Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences
Undergraduate: Ann Williams; Graduate: Michelle Johnson
979-854-5411
Degree's Offered
Bachelors
Masters
Doctorate
Format for Degree
Campus-based: undergrad
Campus-based: grad
Category of Major/emphasis area offered
General Recreation/Parks Management
Youth Development
Names of Specific Major(s)
BS Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences in 4 program areas (Tourism management; Community recreation and park administration; parks and conservation; and youth development), BS Community Development, BS Renewable Natural Resources, MS Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences, Ph.D., Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences
List academic courses offered (max 5) of specific interest to a camp professional
RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation, RPTS 307 Methods of Environmental Interpretation, RPTS 370 Youth Development Organizations and Services, RPTS 372 Youth Development Practice, RPTS 489 Camp Administration
Learning experiences required/recommended as part of your degree program
Internships
Research projects
Internship/practicum Coordinator contact
Ms. Susan Scott
Internship/practicum Coordinator Phone Number
979-845-5350
Internship/practicum Coordinator E-mail
susan-g-scott@tamu.edu