2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism


■ School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism

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

The School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism (RHT) offers two masters’ degrees, four undergraduate degrees, six minors, and one undergraduate certificate.  In addition to school-based minors, RHT offers three 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 international sport management, recreation administration, sport and leisure studies, sport coaching, and sport management. This degree prepares students for administrative, coaching, or further academic study.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 National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). 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, Nauright, D. Wiggins

Associate professors: R. Baker, Banville, Bever, S. Caswell, Daniels, Dieke, Jones, Kozlowski, Miller, P. Rodgers, Schack, B. Wiggins

Assistant professors: Aidoo, J. Ambegaonkar, A. Caswell, Cortes, Esherick, Harmon, Klm, Lee, Park, Shelby

Instructors: S. Ambegaonkar, Casserly, DeGregorio, Krout, Norden, Parham

Course Work

RHT offers course work designated ATEP, EFHP, HEAL, KINE, PHED, PRLS, SPMT, SRST and TOUR in the Courses  chapter 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 and/or PHED 365, dependent on program requirements.

Interdisciplinary Minors

In addition to school-based minors, RHT offers three 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  chapter of this catalog chapter 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 the Department of Communication  section in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences chapter of this catalog.

Minor in Sustainability

The Sustainability 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 the Department of Environmental Science and Policy  section in the College of Science chapter 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/

Complementary Certificate Programs

Students may also complete a complementary certificate outside of RHT in the following areas:

Environmental Management Undergraduate Certificate 

For details on this 27-credit undergraduate certificate (SC-CERB-EVMG), see the Department of Environmental Science and Policy  section of the College of Science chapter of this catalog.

Note: Students interested in the certificate in Environmental Management should take BIOL 213 and either BIOL 303 or BIOL 304 instead of BIOL 103 and 104.

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.

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Programs

Undergraduate Degree

Bachelor's Level Certificate

Undergraduate Minor

Master's Degree