Natural Resources and Recreation Management, B.S.

Program Overview

Marshall University's Natural Resources and Recreation Management program prepares students for careers in environmental conservation, park management, and outdoor recreation. The program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experiences, emphasizing out-of-classroom learning in local natural areas and state and federal lands. Graduates are equipped with a comprehensive understanding of natural resource management and sustainable recreation opportunities, and have the potential to pursue careers as park rangers, environmental consultants, wildlife biologists, and more.

Program Outline

at Marshall University:

Degree Overview:

• Prepares students for diverse careers in environmental conservation, park management, outdoor recreation, and related fields.
• Combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experiences to understand natural resource management and sustainable recreation opportunities.
• Provides a comprehensive knowledge base for planning, management, and monitoring of natural and outdoor recreation resources.
• Emphasizes out-of-classroom experiences using local natural areas, municipal parks, and state and federal lands for real-world learning.
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Careers:

• Potential career paths: Park Ranger, Environmental Consultant, Wildlife Biologist, Outdoor Recreation Planner, Environmental Educator, Conservation Officer, Environmental Policy Analyst, Ecotourism Manager.
• Opportunities: Work with parks and protected areas, municipal and county park systems, nonprofit environmental organizations, and federal and state land management agencies.

Other:

• The program relies heavily on out-of-classroom experiences to promote in-depth and real-world understanding.
• State-of-the-art facilities like the Geospatial and Gaming lab in the Weisberg Engineering complex offer cutting-edge technology to students.
• The internship program includes a supervised, 40-hour per week position with an established agency focused on natural resource management and outdoor recreation with reputable outside groups in the region.

Additional Resources:

• Featured Courses: NRE 423 - GIS and Data Systems, NRRM 350 - Adventure Education Leadership, NRRM 411 - Recreation Resource Planning and Design.
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Contact Information:

• Marshall University
• 1 John Marshall Drive
• Huntington, WV 25703
• (304) 696-2311