HELP 2015-2016 University Catalog ■ School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism Print-Friendly Page

Phone: 703-993-2060
Web: rht.gmu.edu

The School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism (RHT) offers two master’s degrees, two graduate certificates, five undergraduate degrees, eight minors, and one undergraduate certificate.  In addition to school-based minors, RHT offers four interdisciplinary minors with other units. The MS in Exercise Science, Fitness, and Health Promotion (EFHP) prepares professionals to more adequately serve their communities or pursue advanced academic study in the exercise science field. The MS in Sport and Recreation Studies meets the growing need for professionals and academics in the areas of recreation administration, sport and leisure studies and sport management. The BS in Athletic Training, accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), prepares students for careers in athletic training and graduate study in other allied health professions. The BS in Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources prepares students for supervisory and management careers in private and public parks and recreation systems (clinical and community), health promotion agencies, non-profit and for-profit sport organizations. The Parks and Outdoor Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation concentrations are accredited by the Council on Accreditation for Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Related Professions (COAPRT). The BSEd in Physical Education, accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), prepares students for a teaching career (K–12) in public and private schools. The BS in Tourism and Events Management degree is one of the fastest growing majors at the university.

For more information and the dates and time of RHT Orientation Sessions, please contact the RHT Office (Bull Run Hall [Prince William Campus] Suite 213; 703-993-2098; srht@gmu.edu).  Additional information is available online at rht.gmu.edu.

Faculty

Professors: Anderson, Brayley, S. Caswell, Daniels, D. Wiggins

Associate professors: J. Ambegaonkar, R. Baker, Banville, Bever, A. Caswell, Esherick, M. Jones, Kozlowski, R. Miller, M. Park, P. Rodgers, Schack, B. Wiggins

Assistant professors: Aidoo, S. Ambegaonkar, Atwater, Cortes, Ferry, Jin, Lee, Martin, McDowell, Robison, Slocum

Instructors: Casserly, DeGregorio, Fyock, Jacobson, T. Jones, Krout, Moore, Norden, Parham

Courses

RHT offers courses designated ATEP, EFHP, HEAL, KINE, PHED, PRLS, SPMT, SRST and TOUR in the Courses  section of this catalog. Additional courses in Physical Activity and Sports are offered for elective credit to George Mason University students. These courses are included under PHED and PRLS prefixes.

Writing-Intensive Requirement

The university requires all undergraduate students to successfully complete at least one 300-level or above course designated “writing-intensive”(WI) in their major(s). For RHT students, the WI requirement is satisfied by the successful completion of PRLS 450  ,PHED 365 , or SRST 450  dependent on program requirements.

Interdisciplinary Minors

In addition to school-based minors, RHT offers four minors in interdisciplinary areas of study.  These minors require course work from two or more disciplines and are administered by interunit faculty groups.  In accordance with university policy, at least 8 credits must be applied only to the minor and may not fulfill requirements of the student’s major concentration, or another minor.  For policies governing all minors, see the Academic Policies  section of this catalog.

Minor in Sport Communication

The Sport Communication Minor  is offered jointly by the School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism and the Department of Communication. For details, see Department of Communication  in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences section of this catalog.

Minor in Sustainability

The Sustainability Studies Minor  is offered jointly by the Department of Environmental Science and Policy and New Century College. Students may take select Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies (PRLS) and Tourism and Events Management (TEM) courses to meet elective requirements. For details, see Department of Environmental Science and Policy  in the College of Science section of this catalog.

Minor in Sport and American Culture

The Sport and American Culture Minor  is offered jointly by the School of Recreation, Health and Tourism  and Department of History and Art History . Students will learn a great deal about sport and its interconnection with other societal institutions.  For details, see the School Recreation, Health, and Tourism website: http://rht.gmu.edu/programs/minor7/

Minor in Event Technical Production

The Event Technical Production Minor (CEHD)  is offered jointly by the School of Recreation, Health and Tourism  and the School of Theater  in the College of Visual and Performing Arts  Students will learn how to plan, manage and execute live events and presentations. For more information, see

Physical Activity and Sports Courses

RHT courses in physical activity and sports provide a broad range of opportunities that promote the health and wellness of students, faculty, and staff. Taught by experts with a wealth of experience and commitment to sharing their knowledge and skills, the courses include individual and team sports, self-defense and martial arts, and recreation activities concerned with wilderness and outdoor pursuits. Open to students in any major, these courses are designed to foster educational growth, encourage leisure interests, and promote lifetime fitness for the entire Mason community.

Programs

• Athletic Training, BS
• Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources, BS
• Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management, BS (title change pending SCHEV approval)
• Kinesiology, BS
• Physical Education, BSEd

• Outdoor Recreation and Experiential Leadership Undergraduate Certificate

• Coaching Minor
• Event Technical Production Minor (CEHD)
• Health Promotion Minor
• Kinesiology Minor
• Recreation Management Minor
• Sport and American Culture Minor
• Sport and Computer Game Design Minor
• Sport Management Minor
• Tourism and Events Management Minor

• Bachelor’s Degree (any)/Sport and Recreation Studies, Accelerated MS

• Exercise, Fitness, and Health Promotion, MS
• Sport and Recreation Studies, MS

• International Sport Management Graduate Certificate
• Sport Coaching Graduate Certificate

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