Master of Science in Recreation Administration

Master of Science in Recreation Administration

The Recreation Administration Program offers a graduate Master of Science (M.S.) degree whose purpose is: To prepare individuals to enhance the quality of human life through effective leadership in recreation and leisure services. Recreation Administration involves directing and managing the programs and business operation systems of recreation and leisure settings such as park districts, state and national parks, clinical hospital and community therapeutic recreation departments, private clubs, resorts and youth organizations. Recreation Administration graduates manage the $350 billion annual revenues generated by the leisure services industry and community recreation organizations.

The Master of Science in Recreation Administration includes solid philosophical foundations, creative methodology, organizational leadership techniques, and effective administration components. Students are also required to demonstrate competencies in computer literacy and basic statistics before they complete the program.

Admission Requirements
Students seeking to enter the Recreation Administration Master's Program must submit a written or on-line "Graduate Student Application" with the following materials sent to the University Admission Office:

1. Students wishing to pursue a graduate degree, certificate, or credential at Aurora University must submit:
   1. A completed graduate application for admission (may be completed online).
   2. Official transcripts from all previous undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.
   3. Submission of three letters of reference from persons able to attest to the student's academic and/or professional potential (may be downloaded from on-line).
2. Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field providing appropriate background for graduate study in the student's chosen program. Students whose undergraduate backgrounds are in fields other than those in which they are seeking to enter graduate study may be required to complete deficiency or prerequisite course work before beginning graduate courses.
3. Have an academic record indicative of a high probability of success in graduate study with an undergraduate cumulative grade point standing of 2.8 or better. Students with a lower average may be admitted on a "conditional basis". If they are admitted on a "conditional basis", they must demonstrate "B" or better work during their first term.
4. Complete an in-person or phone interview with the Recreation Administration Program Chairperson.
5. The faculty encourages students with degrees in related areas such as education, social work, arts and sciences, and business administration to apply to the program. Student work experiences related to recreation services, human services and administration are also strongly considered by the faculty for program admission.
6. Admission to a Graduate Program
   Students admitted to graduate study at the University may only enter a specific program of study upon the approval of the Recreation Administration Chairperson. Upon completion of the steps required for general graduate admission to Aurora University, the student application will be forwarded to the Recreation Administration Chairperson. The applicant will then be contacted to arrange for completion of any remaining requirements for admission to that program. A degree seeking student whose first enrollment at Aurora University is in a summer session is considered a fall term applicant and is governed by the bulletin and regulations in effect for the fall term immediately following the summer term in which the student was first enrolled.

Program Resources
The Recreation Administration program has a strong alumni network of over 900 graduates who hold professional positions in leisure services, outdoor experiential programs and therapeutic settings and related human services fields. Currently the program places over 96% of its students in professional positions upon graduation. The program utilizes several outdoor resident centers in its programs. These include the Lake Geneva Campus in Wisconsin and cooperating outdoor education centers in Illinois. The University also maintains a climbing wall facility on its main campus in Aurora, IL.

Graduate Assistantships
Full and partial graduate assistantships are available for student placement at the University, outdoor centers, park districts, community-based and clinical therapeutic agencies. Graduate students gain experience in program experimentation, delivery, and administration as they complete their graduate programs of study. (See the graduate assistantship section of the Recreation Administration handbook.)

The program also awards several administrative graduate assistantships each year to assist with its operations and assist faculty in teaching or conducting research. Graduate assistantship forms are available for students on line at the Recreation Administration web page at www.aurora.edu/recadmin and upon request from the Recreation Administration Department. Students must be accepted into the graduate program prior to receiving a graduate assistantship. Due to the national and international reputation of the program, it is best to apply by January 15th as assistantships are awarded by mid-March for the next academic year until filled.

Length of Program
Students may finish the master's program in one, two or three years. In order to finish in one year, students take 9-12 semester hours per academic term. The two and three year plans are for those students employed full-time and going to school part-time.

Class Locations
Graduate classes are offered both on and off campus. Classes are held at the Aurora Campus, Chicago metropolitan area, and at the Lake Geneva Campus in Wisconsin.

Professional Advisory Council
A Professional Advisory Council of practitioners in the field assists the program. The council advises the program faculty on curriculum development and current areas of professional practice.

Recreation Administration Program Graduate Students
The typical Recreation Administration graduate student is fully employed and has three to four years of experience in the profession. Students from other professional fields often pursue this master's degree. Students are encouraged by their employers to obtain the masters degree for their own professional development and to advance their career. Students who qualify for graduate assistantships pursue the masters degree in one year in full-time study.

Trends in Student Enrollment
The Recreation Administration Program undergraduate bachelor's degree at Aurora University is nationally accredited as a program by the National Recreation and Park Association and the American Association of Leisure and Recreation (NRPA/AALR). Only 98 out of 300 colleges and universities in the nation have been awarded this national accreditation. NRPA/AALR does not grant graduate program accreditation. However, the Illinois Park and Recreation Association has gone on record encouraging its 2500 members to receive their degrees from NRPA/AALR accredited institutions. It has recognized the Aurora University Recreation Administration for its graduate program. It has also encouraged leisure service agencies to hire only professionals who have graduated from NRPA/AALR accredited institutions.

Recreation Administration Program Master's Degree Overview
All Recreation Administration graduate degrees are administration degrees. The Recreation Administration Program offers four specializations: administration of leisure services, outdoor pursuits recreation administration, outdoor therapeutic recreation administration, and therapeutic recreation administration. Each concentration includes a progression through advanced skills, formulation of a professional philosophy, organizational methodology and administrative systems. A minimum of (36) to a maximum of (39) graduate semester hours are required, depending upon the student's past experience, undergraduate work, and the specialization selected. Students must demonstrate computer literacy and complete a basic statistics course if not documented as part of their undergraduate course work. In most cases, the classroom portion of the degree can be completed in one year by full-time students and in two to three years by part-time students with the internship or research project being completed in absentia from the main campus.

Recreation Administration Degree Requirements

Recreation Administration Core Curriculum (18-24 semester hours)
The core curriculum for all Recreation Administration graduate students includes philosophical foundations, a review of the professional literature, research methodology, administrative systems analysis, and a research project or professional internship.

Foundation Courses: (12 semester hours)
REC635 Administration of Recreation and Leisure Services 3 semester hours
REC600 Review of the Professional Literature in Recreation Services 3 semester hours
REC603 Leisure: Philosophy and Behavior in Recreation Services 3 semester hours
REC671 Survey of Research Methods in Recreation Services 3 semester hours

Cognate Area Outside Recreation Administration (3-6 semester hours)
All recreation administration graduate students may take 3 to 6 semester hours of optional electives outside the program related to their specialization and career goals, e.g., education, social work, organizational development, or business as well as Recreation Administration Program Courses. Courses are selected upon advisement with the Recreation Administration Graduate Coordinator.

Research/Internship Requirement Options (6 semester hours)
All recreation administration graduate students must successfully complete one of the research/internship (6 semester hour) options listed below:
Option I Project Development (REC673) &
Project Completion (REC674)
Option II Internship (REC678)
Option III Thesis (REC699)

Students may petition to do their research project or internship in the leisure services program or agency where they are employed.

Recreation Administration Specializations
The Recreation Administration Program offers four administrative specializations in addition to the required core curriculum: administration of leisure services, outdoor pursuits recreation administration, outdoor therapeutic recreation administration, and therapeutic recreation administration. Each specialization includes a progression through advanced skills, formulation of a professional philosophy, organizational methodology and administrative systems. A minimum of (18) to (21) semester hours are required in addition to the required core curriculum, depending upon the student's past experience, undergraduate work, and the specialization selected. Students must demonstrate computer literacy and complete a statistics course if not documented as part of their undergraduate coursework. In most cases, the coursework portion of the master's degree can be completed within one year by full-time students and in two to three years by part-time students with the internship/research project being completed in absentia.

Areas of Specialization
Administration of Leisure Services - 21 semester hours
This program gives students the flexibility to adequately prepare for or advance in the career of leisure services administration in either the nonprofit or the profit sector. It also provides them the opportunity to complete developmental projects or internships in a recreation department or park district where they are employed. The program enables students to take additional background in business to make them more competitive in public administration.

Required: 11 semester hours
REC634 Political, Economic, and Legal Aspects of Recreation 3 semester hours
REC637 Facilities Management 3 semester hours
REC675 Recreation Program Evaluation and Needs Assessment 2 semester hours
REC667 Strategic Planning for Recreation Services 3 semester hours

Recreation Administration Electives: Choose 4 semester hours
REC601 Outdoor Leisure Programming 3 semester hours
REC606 Leisure Education 3 semester hours
REC510 Commercial Recreation Management 3 semester hours
REC640 Camp/Resident Center Administration 3 semester hours
REC681 Selected Topics 3 semester hours
REC683 Directed Study: NRPA and IPRA Management Institutes 1 semester hour

Cognate Requirements: 6 semester hours from the MBA program selected with advisement from the Recreation Administration graduate coordinator.

Outdoor Pursuits Recreation Administration - 20 semester hours
The program format gives students the flexibility to prepare adequately for careers in organized camping, outdoor pursuits recreation, commercial outdoor recreation, and experiential outdoor education programs. Students may complete coursework assignments at Lake Geneva Campus in Wisconsin and several outdoor residential centers in Illinois.

Required: 14 semester hours
REC500 Administrative Practicum in Outdoor Experiences 2 semester hours
REC601 Outdoor Leisure Programming 3 semester hours
REC502 Adventure Education: Ethics and Methods 3 semester hours
REC640 Camp/Resident Center Administration 3 semester hours
REC542 Philosophy and Methods of Outdoor Education 3 semester hours

Recreation Administration Electives: Choose 6 semester hours
REC510 Commercial Recreation Management 3 semester hours
REC637 Facilities Management 3 semester hours
REC543 Programs in Outdoor Education 3 semester hours
REC683 Directed Study-NOLS/OB/WEA Courses 3 semester hours
REC667 Strategic Planning for Recreation Services 3 semester hours

Outdoor Therapeutic Recreation Administration - 20 semester hours
This professional track prepares professionals to work in therapeutic, human services, family counseling, substance abuse prevention, and criminal justice rehabilitation programs utilizing outdoor settings. Human service agencies are looking for individuals who have a strong background in therapeutic recreation and outdoor pursuits recreation administration skills. This track may also enable students to complete course content requirements and apply for certification (CTRS) through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification. Additional electives in social work and criminal justice are recommended.

NOTE: Students without prior coursework in therapeutic recreation may be required to take additional coursework and/or practicum hours.

Required: 20 semester hours
REC500 Administrative Practicum in Outdoor Experiences 2 semester hours
REC601 Outdoor Leisure Programming 3 semester hours
REC502 Adventure Education: Ethics and Methods 3 semester hours
REC604 Advanced Therapeutic Recreation Principles 3 semester hours
REC607 Issues of Professional Practice in Therapeutic Recreation 3 semester hours
REC610 Seminar in Therapeutic Recreation 3 semester hours
REC640 Camp/Resident Center Administration 3 semester hours

Suggested Cognate Electives: Choose 2 semester hours (Optional)
SWK 574 Domestic Violence: Issues and Intervention 2 semester hours
SWK 576 Brief Treatment and Crisis Intervention 2 semester hours

Internship/Research Option:
Students must complete an internship under a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to be eligible for completing requirements to apply for NCTRC certification. If the student already holds, or is not seeking CTRS certification, the student may select another internship/research option.

Therapeutic Recreation Administration - 18 semester hours
The program format gives students the flexibility to prepare adequately for a therapeutic recreation career in community, clinical, park district, or other therapeutic settings for special populations. It also allows them to gain additional background in related fields. Students are encouraged to apply for (CTRS) certification through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification upon completion of the program.

NOTE: Students without prior coursework in therapeutic recreation may be required to take additional coursework and/or practicum hours.

Required: 15 semester hours
REC604 Advanced Therapeutic Recreation Principles 3 semester hours
REC607 Issues of Professional Practice in Therapeutic Recreation 3 semester hours
REC606 Leisure Education 3 semester hours
REC608 Leisure and Aging 3 semester hours
REC610 Seminar in Therapeutic Recreation 3 semester hours

Recreation Administration Electives: Choose 3 semester hours
REC500 Administrative Practicum in Outdoor Experiences 2 semester hours
REC601 Outdoor Leisure Programming 3 semester hours
REC502 Adventure Education Ethics and Methods 3 semester hours
REC675 Recreation Program Evaluation and Needs Assessment 2 semester hours
REC667 Strategic Planning for Recreation Services 3 semester hours

Internship/Research Option:
Students must complete an internship under a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to be eligible for completing requirements to apply for NCTRC certification. If the student already holds, or is not seeking CTRS certification, the student may select another internship/research option.

Attendance Policy - Graduate Recreation Administration Program
Attendance in classes is expected. If students are to be absent for any reason, they should discuss the expected absence with the course instructor at least one week before it occurs. Students are responsible for any notes and assignments given in class during their absence.

Email Policy - Graduate Recreation Administration Program
All graduate students are required and expected to maintain, check and register their email address with the Recreation Administration Department while they are enrolled in the program. Graduate students are given an email address at the University or they may provide one from an off campus server such as AOL or MSN. Contact the Computer Center at 630-844-6879 or email: ishelp@aurora.edu, for more information.

Academic and Professional Behavior Standards

Academic Performance Standards

1. The MS degree program requires all students admitted to the program have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) 2.8 in an undergraduate degree. Degrees may be in recreation administration, physical education, education, business or a related field. Students not meeting this standard may be admitted to the program on a conditional basis and must demonstrate "B" grades or better work in their first term.
2. Aurora University graduate students are expected to maintain a "B" or 3.0 Cumulative Grade Point Standing in their respective programs. If they do not, they may be placed on probation and dismissed if the cumulative grade point standing does not improve. At the graduate level, a "C" grade indicates less than complete mastery of the content and methods of the course. Only two grades of "C" are accepted at the graduate level in the Recreation Administration program and they must be balanced by two course grades of "A." If a "C" grade is received within the first three courses, the student may be removed from the program by recommendation of the Recreation Administration program faculty and final decision of the Recreation Administration Chairperson.
   1. Upon completion of each course, letter grades are assigned to each student.
   2. Students are expected to earn "B" grades or better in their graduate courses. Students must maintain a "B" average in the graduate program. If students fall below a "B" average, they are required to either retake courses with a "C" grade, when next offered or take additional Recreation Administration courses to bring up their graduate grade point standing.
   3. Recreation Administration Graduate Student Warning and Probation Policy: Students must maintain a 3.00 cumulative grade point (CGPA). A student whose cumulative grade point average (CGPA) falls below 3.0 is placed on probation. If the CGPA is not raised to 3.0 within the following two terms, excluding summer, the CGPA is grounds for dismissal from the Recreation Administration Program.
   4. A student must have a 3.0 CGPA at the beginning of the term in which they plan to do an internship, research project or thesis.
   5. Students will be dismissed from the program if they consistently fall below a "B" average. Students should contact the Recreation Administration Chairperson for advisement.

Student Performance and Professional Behavior Policy

Recreation Administration Graduate Student Performance Review and Evaluation
Professional recreation administration education requires high standards of academic and both personal and professional conduct. Graduate students are required to demonstrate professional ethics and values as well as knowledge and administrative skills.

The Recreation Administration Program faculty reserves the right to maintain academic standards for admission and retention in the graduate program above and beyond compliance with the academic standards of the University. In addition, the Recreation Administration faculty recognizes that there are professional competencies and conduct not measurable by academic achievement alone. Therefore, the Recreation Administration Program faculty reserves the right to make decisions regarding admission and retention of students based on high standards of personal and professional conduct.

For successful Recreation Administration career placement, graduate students are expected to demonstrate high standards of knowledge, skills, and both personal and professional conduct throughout their academic program. The Recreation Administration Program faculty uses the student evaluation process to give students feedback each term on their professional development. The faculty honors not only the rights of students, but also the rights and well-being of graduate assistantship and internship partnering agencies, clients, and others to whom the students relate in a professional role.

Personal/Professional Performance Standards

1. Behavior in Classroom
   Recreation Administration students are assessed by faculty in each course on meeting performance criteria on assignments described in the syllabus. They are also assessed on the following classroom behavior deemed necessary by the faculty to be successful in Recreation Administration professional settings: the ability to relate to others, problem-solving skills and personal and professional behavior. The assessment criteria is as follows:
   1. Meets basic performance criteria on written assignments.
   2. Turns in assignments on time.
   3. Verbally articulates thoughts clearly and in an appropriate manner.
   4. Presents self in an appropriate manner in front of groups.
   5. Makes appropriate contributions to class discussions and activities.
   6. Works effectively within groups and organizations.
   7. Relates to peers and colleagues in an appropriate professional manner.
   8. Presents self effectively, both personally and professionally.
   9. Demonstrates understanding of functional skills for a professional
   10. Shows evidence of developing a professional management style.
   11. Demonstrates ability to lead and facilitate recreation activities.
   12. Demonstrates ability to handle multiple concepts.
   13. Demonstrates ability to make reasonable decisions.
   14. Demonstrates functional skills needed for success in selected recreation specialization.
   15. Demonstrates understanding of accepted practices for the profession.
2. Ethical Behavior
   Graduate students enrolled in Recreation Administration are required to know the content of and are bound by the University policies and regulations dealing with conduct presented in the Aurora University Student Handbook. Recreation Administration graduate students are also bound by The Recreation Administration Program Graduate Student Policy Handbook and the National Recreation and Parks Association Professional Code of Ethics. In addition, Outdoor Therapeutic Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation students are bound by (the National Therapeutic Recreation Society Professional Code of Ethics and the American Therapeutic Recreation Association Professional Code of Ethics). All Recreation Administration students are also bound by the Recreation Administration Department's specific provision below:
   
   Fraud and misrepresentation including, but not limited to false or misleading statements on the application, admission interview, student and financial aid applications, falsifying degrees or professional credentials shall constitute grounds for dismissal.
   
   Recreation Administration students are bound by the Aurora University policy on cheating and plagiarism.
   Recreation Administration graduate students who display inappropriate behavior that would interfere with performing professional duties and could potentially threaten the well being of clients, students, faculty, staff or colleagues shall not be admitted to classes, activities, practicums and internship until there is clear evidence of behavioral change. These behaviors include violent behavior, behavioral indications of substance abuse, and behavioral indicators of physical or psychiatric disorders. The Recreation Administration faculty will determine if sufficient change in the student's behavior warrants re-admission to classes, activities, field instruction and/or continuation in the Recreation Administration Program.
3. Alleged Law Violations
   For any student charged with fraud, malpractice, a felony or misdemeanor, the University may refuse or revoke registration in field instruction activities and classes without prejudice until an official determination has been made.
4. Conviction For a Felony or Misdemeanor
   Any student who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor for conduct that may provide a threat to the well-being of clients, students, faculty, staff or colleagues shall not be admitted to classes, activities and field instruction and until there is clear evidence of rehabilitation. For this purpose serving a sentence alone does not necessarily constitute evidence of rehabilitation. Following such conviction, the Recreation Administration faculty will inform the student in writing the criteria that the faculty will use in determining rehabilitation criteria. The faculty of the Recreation Administration Department will be the sole judge of rehabilitation.

Recreation Administration Student Performance Review Process
The Student Performance Review Process has been developed to provide feedback to graduate students in Recreation Administration regarding their academic and professional preparation in order to be successful in Recreation Administration professional settings.

Student Performance Review and Notification Process

1. Each semester the Recreation Administration faculty members will review each student in their classes using the Student Performance Review Criteria at mid-term and end of term. If a faculty member has concerns, the concerns will be expressed during a meeting with the student during the semester in which it occurs. The faculty member will work with the student and make recommendations for a student plan of action to address the concern and monitor student progress.
2. If the student's performance concerns continues, related to any of the program's standards, and it is deemed a concern warranting immediate attention, the faculty member reports the concern(s) to the student's Recreation Administration academic advisor on the Recreation Administration Faculty Comment Form on Student Performance. The student's Recreation Administration academic advisor personally informs the student that a concern has been identified, seeks information, and thoughtfully appraises the student's situation and meets with the student. If the Recreation Administration faculty advisor still has concerns about the student's professional performance after meeting with the student, the academic advisor conveys the assessment of the situation to the Recreation Administration faculty as a whole. At that time a review of the student's performance is initiated. The student is informed in writing by the chair that the review of their performance by the faculty has been initiated and the faculty will take action once all necessary information and documentation has been collected.

The student is notified in writing of the commencement of the student review, given the date, time and place, the facts and events that have given rise to the concern. The student is informed of the student review process, the student's right to attend and bring an advocate, the student's right to bring to the committee's attention relevant information concerning these facts, and occurrences that the student wishes the committee to consider.

When a student review is scheduled, the Recreation Administration program faculty attends and the Recreation Administration Chair convenes the review. The purpose of the student review is to either design a helping plan for the student's continuance in the Recreation Administration program or to make a determination regarding continuance in the program.

In cases where the Recreation Administration faculty deems it appropriate, the faculty may request the student to have his or her physician, psychiatrist, psychologist or other provider of professional services meet with the faculty to discuss the student's capabilities. The Recreation Administration faculty may request the student to permit an examination or assessment of capabilities by a physician, social worker, psychiatrist, psychologist or other provider of professional services selected by the Recreation Administration program. This professional will provide a written report and/or written opinion concerning the student's capabilities that will be shared with the Recreation Administration faculty and the student. The student may submit additional information in response. If necessary, the faculty shall continue the conference at a later date for the purpose of obtaining additional and relevant information.

Once the Recreation Administration faculty has completed its review, it will notify the student in writing by Certified Mail of its determination on the Summary of Student Performance Review Form and a letter from the Recreation Administration Chair. This determination will include a summary of the faculty's conclusions. The faculty determination can take the following forms: 1) a written plan establishing the conditions and requirements that the student must meet to continue in the program; 2) a temporary suspension of the student from the program; and 3) a determination to discontinue the student from the program

Students who have been reviewed with an identified concern(s) will be monitored by their Recreation Administration academic advisor according to the plan of action developed on the Student Performance Action Plan form and will continue to keep the faculty informed on the student's progress or need for further faculty action.

Program Termination
Students who are not permitted to continue within the Recreation Administration program are notified of such by Certified Mail by the Recreation Administration Chairperson. If a student has already registered for recreation administration classes for the next term, they will be required to drop these courses and are advised to consult with the Recreation Administration Chairperson for future academic planning.

Termination Appeals
Students who have been terminated from the Recreation Administration program can appeal such a decision only on the basis of "capriciousness". The term "capricious" is limited to one or more of the following:

1. A decision to terminate a student on some basis other than academic or professional performance or a failure to obtain an approval for leave of absence from the program.
2. A decision to terminate a student on more exacting or demanding standards than were applied to other students in the program.
3. A substantial departure from the standards and procedures contained in the Recreation Administration Program Graduate Handbook.

Appeals based upon capriciousness are made to the Dean of the School of Human Services and/or her designate. The request for appeal must be made in writing, identifying the student's grievance(s). The Dean or the Dean's designee's decision is final.

Re-admission to the Recreation Administration Program
Students who withdraw from the Recreation Administration Program, fail to submit leave of absence forms, or are dropped from the program for poor academic performance or professional behavior must reapply for admission to the program. The Recreation Administration Program faculty committee re-evaluates the applicant's previous academic records and professional (behavior rehabilitation) documentation evidence. The Recreation Administration Program faculty committee and Department Chairperson will notify the student by Certified Mail on the readmission decision and their rationale. Students readmitted to the program are required to complete all current degree requirements at the time of their readmission.

Other Program Requirements

Prerequisite and Deficiency Courses
In order to take full advantage of the graduate program in recreation administration, it may be necessary for some students to complete prerequisite course work or practicum experiences. Upon admission, the Recreation Administration Program Chairperson will notify students without an academic or experiential background appropriate to their specialization area, of deficiency requirements when they enter the program. In most instances, these requirements may be fulfilled concurrently with graduate work in the program.

Recreation Administration Program Competency Requirements

1. Computer Competency
   All students in the Recreation Administration Program must demonstrate computer literacy on either an Apple or IBM compatible computer system. These are the two systems that most students would encounter in the professional work place. The intent of the computer literacy requirement is to prepare students with background in operating a personal computer and to be familiar with basic word processing, power point presentation, internet, email, database and spreadsheet capabilities. Students should be able to demonstrate proficiency with Word Perfect or Microsoft Word Office computer programs on an IBM compatible or Apple computer system. They will demonstrate understanding in accessing the Internet and creating and sending email. They will also need to demonstrate the creation of presentations and spreadsheets. Students may meet the computer competency requirement by successfully completing one of the options listed below:
   1. Successful completion of the AU Computer Course - CSC 110 Introduction to Microcomputers
   2. Successful completion of an undergraduate computer course at another university.
   3. Letter from the agency indicating the student used either Apple or IBM compatible systems in their job using the AU computer competency check sheet.
   4. Successful completion of a computer word processing workshop on campus or at a community college.
   5. Competency exam at the AU Computer Center - Must make an appointment through the Recreation Administration Chairperson and have form signed by the Recreation Administration designated computer tester. Tests are arranged once per term.
2. Descriptive Statistics Competency
   Students also need the descriptive statistics competency as many directors and programmers must have a basic understanding of statistics to work with program planning projections and budgets. Students may meet this competency by one of the following:
   1. Successful completion of a basic statistics course at the undergraduate level
   2. Successful completion at Aurora University of ECN 232 or SBS 232 General Statistics
   3. Successful completion of REC675 - Rec. Program Evaluation and Needs Assessment
   4. Successful completion of a basic statistics course at a community college

Questions about other courses or workshops that might meet these requirements should be directed prior to enrolling to the Recreation Administration Department Chairperson.

Recreation Administration Faculty

Full-Time Faculty

• Sandra Hupp, Ed.D.
• Kristen Johnson, MS
• Jennie Stoner, MS
• Rita Yerkes, Ed.D.

Adjunct Faculty

• David Emanuelson, MPA
• William Duncan, Ed.D.
• Teena Mackey, MS
• Dovetta McKee, JD