Mission of Graduate Program in Recreation and Leisure Studies

The Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies at The College at Brockport provides a program of advanced study that is built on the foundation of liberal arts and a nationally accredited undergraduate program that is designed to support the success of its students through:

• the acquisition of theory and competent practice skills for professional careers in middle and upper management and/or for continuing student’s education in doctorate programs
• critical, analytical, logical and creative thinking and the integration, synthesis and application of information to problem solving
• the integration of technology and communication skills
• working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• an understanding of cultural diversity and global interdependence
• a commitment to ethical and professional standards and practice.

The program ensures that it is responsive to educational, professional, and societal needs by:

• adhering to national credentialing standards
• utilizing input from citizen advisory committees and student organizations
• engaging in an active agenda of learning and program outcome assessment.

The program supports the endeavors of students and faculty by:

• providing opportunities for professional development and exposure to cutting-edge didactic and practice skills in the profession
• supporting student and faculty involvement in research, and service to customers, the institution, professional organizations and the community.