Outdoor Recreation Studies
From the classroom to the great outdoors
We combine formal coursework and field-based learning in this emphasis area to prepare students for a variety of employment opportunities in organizations such as outdoor recreation and land management agencies, outdoor or adventure education programs, and nature-based tourism operators. From their first day of classes, ORS students are exposed to a number of innovative learning situations to help advance their critical thinking, group cooperation, data-driven decision making, and outcomes focused management.
Operating from a strong interdisciplinary and theoretical foundation, ORS students apply their knowledge to authentic, career-oriented issues.
Utah is Ideal for Outdoor Recreation Studies
Utah has world-renowned access to most major outdoor activities and 70% of the state’s majestic landscapes are public. This unique environment readily allows students to apply classroom knowledge during transformative field experiences in awe-inspiring locations.
ORS students engage in content related to:
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Careers
Potential employers of students completing degrees with this emphasis include:
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Contact Us
Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Main Office
250 South 1850 East
Room 239, HPER North
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Phone: 801-581-8542
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