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 Department of Parks and Recreation Scholarships 

 

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Scholarships in Parks & Recreation
(last updated 2/03/13)

Eugene L. Boyer Parks and Recreation Scholarshi

Criteria: Junior or senior Parks and Recreation major specializing in Park and Resource Management, Resort Recreation Mgt/Tourism or Therapeutic Recreation Services. Must have at least 45 credits and a 3.25 QPA at time of application. Financial need and involvement in departmental programs and activities are considerations.
Amount: up to $500
Contact: Chairperson, Parks and Recreation/Environmental Education Department, 101 Eisenberg, 724-738-2068.

Joseph Kolodski Memorial Scholarship

Criteria: Parks and Resource Management Major, minimum of 60 credit hours, minimum of 3.00 QPA within the major courses at the time he/she applies for the scholarship, involvement within Parks and Recreation/Env. Educ. Department, experience with public and visitor services, and experience within the Park and Resource Management field.
Amount: up to $500
Contact: Chairperson, Parks and Recreation/Environmental Education Department, 101 Eisenberg, 724-738-2068.

Dr. Bill Shiner Scholarship

Criteria: Park and Resource Management or Environmental Education major, full-time student, rising junior or senior, minimum 3.5 QPA, and demonstrated leadership through student or professional organizations community service community.  
Amount: up to $400
Contact: Chairperson, Parks and Recreation/Environmental Education Department, 101 Eisenberg, 724-738-2068.

 

Application Information for 2013-14 Scholarships will be available in the PREE Office in February 2013. 

Deadline for submission of applications is late April 8, 2013.

Featured Student:
Christine Kercell
Christine Kercell - Featured Student

Parks and Recreation Program Outcomes

  • Communication
  • Graphic & Technological Communication
  • Utilization of Professional Planning Tools and Instruments
  • Problem Solving
  • Facilities Evaluation & Management
  • Visitor Services
  • Leadership
  • Administration
  • Foundations
  • Programming
  • Recreation Resource Management
  • Practical Professional Experience
  • Diversity
  • Valuing Ethical Responsibility

 
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