Recreation Management - Lock Haven University

Our Faculty
The quality of your education depends on the quality of the
faculty. At LHU, you will be taught by professors who are
dedicated to your success, not graduate assistants. All
Recreation Management faculty have doctoral or master’s
degrees and have worked in their fields, bringing real world
experience into your classroom. They are always available
to help you understand the coursework and answer your
questions.
Lenny Long, Associate Professor, Dept. Chair
M.Ed. - Health, Phys. Ed. and Recreation
Trenton State College
Kimberly Batty, Instructor
M.S. - Leisure Studies
The Pennsylvania State University
Judy Elliott, Assistant Professor
M.S. - Recreation and Parks
The Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Steve Guthrie, Assistant Professor
M.A. - Physical Education: Adaptive, Outdoor Recreation
University of Oregon
Ph.D. - Human Movement Studies
University of Oregon
Dr. Julie Lammel, Assistant Professor
M. S. - Leisure Studies
The Pennsylvania State University
Ph.D. - Leisure Studies
The Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Rose Ann Neff, Professor
M.S. - Physical Education
The Pennsylvania State University
Ph.D. - Health Education
The Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Jeff Walsh, Associate Professor
M.S. - Recreation and Parks Management
SUNY at Cortland
Ph.D. - Leisure Studies
The Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Brian Wilt, Assistant Professor
M.S. - Kinesiology
Michigan State University
Ph.D. - Curriculum & Instruction
The Pennsylvania State University
“The faculty in the Recreation Management department
are passionate about teaching, experienced in their
field of study, and truly understand the academic
needs of students. With small class sizes and individual
attention, our faculty can nurture students to help them
succeed.”
- Professor Kim Batty
For more information, contact:
Recreation Management Dept.
Lenny Long, Dept. Chair
107 Himes Hall
Lock Haven University
(570) 484-2573
llong@lhup.edu
Office of Admissions
Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA 17745
(570) 484-2027
Or call us toll-free
(800) 332-8900
Or e-mail us at
admissions@lhup.edu
Or visit us at
www.lhup.edu
Lock Haven University does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
disability or age in its programs and activities.
Small college lifestyle,
big university education
Recreation Management
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B.S. Recreation Management
With a four-year degree in Recreation Management,
you can work in a wide variety of private and
public recreation settings including parks, health
clubs, retirement communities, convention &
sports centers and more depending upon the track
you select. In addition, the program provides an
excellent foundation for entrance into graduate
school.
Fitness Management Track
This track prepares you for a career in university
strength and conditioning programs/athletics,
corporate fitness centers, hospital wellness centers,
health/wellness clubs, and personal training.
Graduates are qualified to do fitness assessments;
design and prescribe exercise programs; teach
aerobics; and be personal trainers, group exercise
leaders and strength and conditioning coaches.
The program prepares graduates for certification by
several national organizations.
Small college lifestyle,
big university education
Therapeutic Track
If you are interested in working with people with
disabilities, youth at risk or older adults, you may
choose to follow the Therapeutic Recreation track. This
track is designed to prepare you to work in a variety
of settings. The course work meets the requirements
for the NCTRC (National Council for Therapeutic
Recreation Certification) exam.
Outdoor Track
If you like the outdoors, this track will prepare you for
a career in recreation planning and environmental
interpretation and as a park ranger, state or national
park manager, outdoor/environmental educator, camp
director, or outdoor leader. A program of natural science,
programming theory and resource management skills
ensures that graduates are able to understand, use and
preserve our nation’s natural resources.
Community/Commercial Track
You will be taught to plan and promote recreation programs
with an emphasis on leadership, marketing and business
skills to prepare for a career in:
• University/college recreation programs
• Sport facility management
• YMCA/YWCA/Boys and Girls Clubs
• Community recreation centers
• Retirement communities
• Senior centers
• Special events planning
• Conference centers
Internships
In two required internships, you will get hands-on
experience in real life situations which will be invaluable
for future employment or entrance into graduate school.
The first internship is five weeks and a minimum of
120 hours, providing insight into the field of recreation.
The second internship during your senior year is a
full semester with a minimum of 400 to 480 hours,
providing professional field experience.
Some recent internships have been with:
• Bryce Jordan Center
• Ricketts Glen State Park
• Bald Eagle State Park
• Morale, Welfare & Recreation -
U.S. Navy Guam and South Carolina
• Plymouth Twp. Community Center
• Hershey Resorts
• PSU Strength Training
• Gander Mountain
• Jackson Hole, WY Chamber of Commerce
• LaTourelle Resort
• PA Fish & Boat Commission
• Susqueview Home & Health Center
• Cedar Crest Assisted Living
• Olympic Training Center
Study Abroad
Through the Lock Haven University Study Abroad
Program, you may choose to complete part of your
college education at one of our partner universities
in countries such as England, Australia, Japan,
Ireland, Scotland and Mexico. You may also choose
to participate in faculty-led short-term or summer
international learning experiences.
Community Service
As part of the “learning through community
involvement” philosophy of LHU, you will complete 50
hours of community service. This may include helping
with trail maintenance or river clean up, working with
a community organization or helping in the creation
and delivery of recreation programs. Our students
consistently remark that the hours spent volunteering
provide valuable learning experiences.
“Recreation Management is great because of the broad range of opportunities, the handson
experiences, the helpful professors, the overall enthusiasm of everyone, and the idea that
no matter what track is studied, you focus on helping others and encouraging a healthy
lifestyle for all.” - Lauren Blum ‘09
Graduate School
Many of our graduates have continued their
studies toward advanced degrees. Some of
the schools our recent graduates have been
accepted to include: Penn State, Clemson,
Marywood, Slippery Rock, East Stroudsburg
and Michigan State.
“The Lock Haven Recreation
Management major has played an
incredible role in my life. The help and
guidance from the faculty that I received
helped me to get on the right path to a
great career.” - Tony Scheivert
Our Facilities
There is an abundance of modern equipment throughout the LHU
campus including the Rec Center with climbing wall, state-of-theart
exercise equipment, cardio room, weights and more. Rogers
Gym has a renovated weight room and there is a high- and low-
rope challenge course along the edge of campus. Classrooms are
equipped with SmartBoards for easy integration of the Internet and
PowerPoint into class work. The Mackeyville Environmental Center
and the Pennsylvania Wilds Program provide unique opportunities
for off-campus learning experiences.
Employment
Our recent graduates have found employment in a wide
variety of jobs including:
• Gander Mountain - Assistant Store Manager
• Upper Dublin Parks & Recreation - Recreation Specialist
• Bald Eagle State Park -
Environmental Education Specialist
• Little Pine State Park - Park Ranger
• Jackson Hole, WY - Special Events Coordinator
• Mohonk House, New Paltz, NY - Director of Recreation
• Campbell Soup Corporation - Corporate Fitness
• Geisinger Health Plan - Corporate Wellness Director,
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
• Hunterdon School District - Strength/Conditioning Coach
• PA Fish & Boat Commission - Education Specialist
• U.S. Navy - Special Events Coordinator
• FBI - Director of Physical Training
The Recreation Management Department is accredited by
the National Recreation and Parks Association (2006).