Program Narrative:
Classes in the Outdoor Recreation Leadership Program are designed to balance theory with practice and experience. Areas of focus include:
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In addition to
classroom-based learning, most Outdoor Recreation Leadership students also act
as trip leaders and teacher’s assistants as a result of their participation in
Directed Field Experience.
Formal articulation agreements have been developed with a variety of institutions including Southern Oregon University, CSU Chico, Humboldt State University, San Jose State University, and Western State College of Colorado.
Formal articulation agreements have been developed with a variety of institutions including Southern Oregon University, CSU Chico, Humboldt State University, San Jose State University, and Western State College of Colorado.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Leadership: Assess a group & situation to determine what is needed to reach goals while maintaining emotional & physical safety.
- Communication: Demonstrate competence in speaking, writing, and use of computers that will lead to successful employment in an entry-level position.
- Application: Actively apply knowledge & practiced skills in a variety of settings.
- Knowledge: Demonstrate knowledge of concepts and theories in recreation.
- Involvement: Demonstrate knowledge of issues related to the recreation field, develop opinions about them, and advocate for that position.
- Environment: Develop a philosophy & lifestyle that reflect an understanding of the effect humans have on the environment, trying to mediate the harmful consequences of human behavior.