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Recreation Services, Sport and Hospitality Management Major

Program planning, event management, facility operations, and customer service of leisure and recreation services.

4 Emphasis Tracks

Our major offers four specialized emphasis tracks with tailored skills to excel in their respective fields. Make a positive impact whether it's on the sports field, in a healthcare facility, or at a hotel resort. 

Hands-On Learning

In our major, it's more than just lectures. We provide real, practical coursework and reinforce concepts through experiential learning. Students evolve into exceptional problem-solvers and proactive professionals through a dynamic curriculum.

Program Highlights

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Recognition for Research

Our curriculum integrates evidence-based practice, inspiring and integrating practical research in many of our classes.

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Community Programming

We collaborate with campus and external organizations, enabling students to apply course content to projects with local businesses, non-profits, sports groups, and more.

internship opportunities for pitt state students at resorts, casinos, and hotels
Internship Opportunities

Our program connects students to professional opportunities in Kansas and the Four State area, including internships, job shadows, part-time work, and summer jobs.

Endless opportunities for professional development and student growth

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Emphasis tracks with unique courses and future career paths

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TR-iffic events that serve hundreds of community members with disabilities

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Ability Lab where students design and test therapeutic interventions

Emphases available

Do you want to make a career out of your favorite sport or hobby? Get an individualized educational experience that focuses on the latest trends and tactics in recreation and sport management.

Effectively organize and execute events in hospitality settings like casinos, resorts, spas, and other tourism venues.

Design programming on nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and conducive physical spaces.

Design therapeutic interventions to improve physical, cognitive, emotional, and social functioning in individuals with various abilities and needs.

Additional information
for the Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation

Catalog – see program guides