HPER
Recreation Program
Recreation Program
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
The recreation program at WMU focuses on educating students about recreation and leisure leadership, program and service development, deliveryand management. The recreation major or minor offers a variety of courses, experiences and guidance that allow students to develop professional skills and competencies for professional careers in community, campus, outdoor, commercial, government, or private settings. The recreation major and minor prepare students to assume leadership and/or administrative roles in their chosen area of emphasis.
The curriculum includes major/minor core courses including specific academic service learning opportunities. In addition, the major includes electives, 225 hours of field experience (practicum) and a 600 hour internship. Students pursue a course of study leading to a bachelor of science degree in recreation within the Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation.
Outside the classroom
Eligible students are invited to participate in Phi Epsilon Kappa professional honorary.
Career possibilities
- event planner
- park ranger
- cruise ship activities director
- park director
- recreation supervisor
- resort manager
- instructor
- teacher
- sports director
- sport supervisor
- camp staff
- camp director
- municipal park director
- community park director
- museum director
- YMCA staff
- theme park employee
- outdoor recreation staff
See where alumni are employed.
Resource Guide
Recreation resources for career guidance and exploration