ASU School of Community Resources and Development

Dr. Megha Budruk led a study abroad group to Kenya over the summer with the help of PhD student Marena Sampson. Thirteen students from both the School of Community Resources and Development and the School of Life Sciences participated in this program, visiting multiple parks and protected areas. Students retired as life-long ambassadors for Kenya and as parents of orphaned baby elephants through a fostering program led by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

Read about this incredible experience: https://scrd.asu.edu/student-centered-learning/scrd-professor-leads-study-abroad-trip-kenyan-parks

Elliott Anuta, certified parks and recreation professional (CPRP) is a recent graduate (2021) and is the outdoor recreation and aquatics recreation coordinator for the city of Apache Junction. Joining Dr. Eric Legg on the We Do That podcast, Anuta talks about his background in gymnastics and art, finding his career on a hike, his current career and how he makes a difference!
Listen now on these platforms;
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-do-that-careers-that-make-a-difference/id1706914761
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4VxE5mTCK9tXqqFOboOXrP?si=dd23d8c3231e4cad
Audible: https://a.co/d/7zRyleK
Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-legg3

Members of the Sports, Parks and Recreation Club (SPARC) attended an ASU women’s soccer game against Colorado College, cheering on the Sun Devils to a 3-0 victory! Prior to the game, SPARC members talked with Mike Klakulak, assistant manager for Athletic Grounds at ASU, about administrative tasks and field maintenance. Students were impressed with the amount of effort that goes into maintaining the grounds and took the opportunity to ask questions surrounding water usage and sustainability.

https://scrd.asu.edu/student-centered-learning/sparc-cheers-sun-devils-and-learns-about-field-maintenance

On Sept. 22 four members of the Tourism Student Association and co-advisor Dr. Claire McWilliams were invited to attend the Arizona Hotel and Lodging Association’s annual Atlas Gala at the Arizona Biltmore.
The four attending students were recognized for being the latest recipients of the AZLTA Foundation scholarships:
Zade Alzoubi, Tourism Development and Management (Resort and Hotel Leadership)
Kendra Crowe, Tourism Development and Management
Alyssa Dela Roca, Business Tourism
Eleanor Brillo, Masters of Sustainable Tourism
https://scrd.asu.edu/student-centered-learning/azlta-foundation-scholarship-winners-announced

On Sept. 27 the Women in Sports and Events (WISE) Arizona Women of Inspiration Gala welcomed eight volunteers and six paid catering staff members from the tourism, recreational therapy and special events program at ASU. The participation of ASU Sun Devils demonstrates the university’s commitment to shaping individuals into event management professionals.
A remarkable highlight of the event was Professor Erin Schneidermann’s nomination for the prestigious Events Executive of the Year award. Schneidermann has tirelessly worked to provide special event management students with unparalleled experiences, shaping the next generation of skilled and motivated professionals in the industry.
Read about the experience: https://scrd.asu.edu/student-centered-learning/women-sports-and-events-spotlights-scrd

SCRD Associate Professor Eric Legg has launched the podcast “We Do That: Careers that Make a Difference” to capture alumni stories. Tune in to hear about the variety of career paths available in the field of community resources and development and enjoy getting to know SCRD alums both professionally and personally.

Episodes air every 2 weeks. Available on these platforms:
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-do-that-careers-that-make-a-difference/id1706914761
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4VxE5mTCK9tXqqFOboOXrP?si=dd23d8c3231e4cad
Amazon Music - https://a.co/d/7zRyleK
Spotify for Podcasters - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-legg3

Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions is located in the ancestral homelands of the Akimel O'odham (Pima) and P*e Posh (Maricopa) peoples.

We express gratitude for the ongoing stewardship and profound wisdom of Indigenous Peoples, not just today, but every day.

It’s officially Fall Break! 🍁 Time to take a pause, relax, explore and enjoy the changing colors of autumn. See you on Oct. 11, Devils!

The Tourism Student Association recently organized its Fall Kick Off event at the Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, providing the perfect opportunity for students to explore the newly opened hotel. Students that had never stepped foot on the property before were impressed by the dedication and hospitality of the Omni team, with the highlight of the evening being a meticulously planned property tour! 🍍

Read about the experience: https://scrd.asu.edu/node/441

The Tourism Student Association has been working hard all summer on educational and social events, fundraisers and an out-of-town trip. Whether you are a ground or online student, there are many events for all to attend! 🍍

Check out TSA’s Event Calendar https://sites.google.com/asu.edu/tourism-student-association/upcoming-events?authuser=0

Membership is open to all tourism-curious students: https://sites.google.com/asu.edu/tourism-student-association/new-member-form

The School of Community Resources and Development is thrilled to introduce our new blog! Bookmark the SCRD blog so you can visit anytime to catch up on events, news, awards and more. We will also share new blog submissions over your favorite social channels too. Click, bookmark and stay up to date!

Blog | School of Community Resources and Development Blog SCRD Celebrates Students with Fall Welcome Pizza Party When community is in your name and at the core of everything you do, it is important to bring together the group once in a while for a good old fashion pizza party! Read more SCRD Ccmpletes Buckeye Air Fair and AOPA Fly-In research study In...

ASU was well represented at the Arizona Parks and Recreation Annual Conference with students, alumni and faculty in attendance. Seven students studying Parks, Recreation and Sports Management were awarded scholarships to attend this year’s conference.

Read about the conference: https://scrd.asu.edu/node/437

Students in the Special Event Operations class PRM 423 had the opportunity to tour Mountain America Stadium on Aug. 31 at the ASU Sun Devils home opener. Students got an inside look at the stadium operations, were instructed to determine how guests were engaging with the event and pointed out potential issues that could affect the football game.

Read about their experience at: https://scrd.asu.edu/node/440

The Arizona Cardinals welcomed 40 new students into the PRM 494 - Arizona Cardinals Rotational Program for their 2023 season! Students received their placement and attended orientation in preparation for working games and events at State Farm Stadium.

Read about this unique opportunity: https://scrd.asu.edu/node/436

Last week 14 students joined the team at M Culinary Concepts and attended a pilot class focused on everything food and beverage. Students taking this class will be trained in areas like serving wine and setting tables while earning academic credit and getting hourly compensation working events across the Valley.

Read about the pilot class: https://scrd.asu.edu/node/439

🚨Calling all SCRD students, alumni, faculty and staff! 🚨

Join us for Sparky’s Challenge Run and Carnival at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday Oct. 22 at the ASU West campus. There will be multiple race options including a 5K, 10K and 1 mile. Admission is free for students, staff and faculty members and $15 for alumni and community members.

Admission includes race entry, an event shirt, finisher medal, SCRD headband and entrance to the carnival. Registration is required, please make sure you sign up under TEAM SCRD.

Register at: bit.ly/sparky23

Questions? Contact [email protected]

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Thank you to all those who have registered for the 2024 Study Abroad with OLLI Corps in Taiwan and Paris! Our spots have filled out quickly, with only 8 spots remaining for “Taiwan: Community & Culture,” and just 1 spot available for “Paris: Fashion & Culture.”

Don’t let this extraordinary travel, learning, and growth opportunity slip away! ✈️

Contact Nate Sawyer at [email protected] or 602.543.5572 for a detailed trip itinerary, and questions and to secure your spot today.

🌟 Join us at the ASU Fall ‘23 Internship Fair! 🌟

🗓️ Thursday, Sept. 14 ⏰ 1-4 pm 📍Memorial Union, Ventana

🎉 Connect with top companies, explore internships, and build valuable networks. 📚 Whether you're a student or recent grad, this is your chance to jumpstart your career. ✨ Register in Handshake, upload your resume, and bring your A game. ⚡ Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your career to the next level! 🚀 Link in bio.

: As an ASU alum, you can access a variety of offers and discounts, programs and resources to help serve you in your personal and professional life as a Sun Devil. 🔱

Learn more: https://ow.ly/jcIy50PGW6F

The SCRD made a strong showing at the Arizona Parks and Recreation Annual Conference. Undergraduates, graduate students, alumni and faculty came together to present, network and learn from colleagues at the Renaissance Hotel in Glendale.

Welcome Sun Devils, we are so glad you are here! ⭐

This photo features SCRD alumni speaker, Lloyd Hopkins, executive director of the Million Dollar Teacher Project.

With the assistance of recreational therapists, including recent ASU graduate Rick Alvarado, veteran James Malone was able to find a renewed passion in archery despite his visual impairment. Read the full story at https://bit.ly/43GSy0I.

Dr. Junyu Lu and Xiao Xiao collaborated with colleagues from four institutions to publish a paper in Tourism Management Perspectives, which used a big data approach to reveal the spatiotemporal dynamics in visitation to all NPS units from 2019 to 2021. Free access here: https://authors.elsevier.com/sd/article/S2211-9736(23)00071-5

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🚨There is 1 DAY LEFT to apply for one of our graduate programs and have your application fee covered by us! Take advantage of our public service- and community-centric curriculum and take the next step in your career today at https://bit.ly/WattsRecruitment.✅

Read Dr. Robert Ashcraft's recent Q&A with CoGenerate to learn how ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation's CoGenerational Service Academy is breaking down barriers and engaging community members of diverse backgrounds in learning from each other as they address community problems: https://cogenerate.org/asu-lodestar-center-wants-cogenerational-service-to-become-the-norm/

We are proud to share that ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation's CoGenerational Service Academy was named a finalist in the Common Good Challenge and awarded a five-figure prize to support the continued development of this innovative program! Congratulations to all who have helped make CoGenenrational Service Academy a success! Read more at https://bit.ly/3WRmcye.

Our own Assistant Professor Danbi Seo along with Professors Emeritus John Bryson and Barbara Crosby at University of Minnesota recently published an article in Nonprofit Management & Leadership about their use of structuration theory to understand the collaboration processes and effectiveness during extreme events (such as COVID-19 and civil unrest following the murder of George Floyd) over two years using 70 longitudinal interviews. Read the article at https://bit.ly/3oLyTy4.

SCRD Professor Mark Roseland joined hosts of azcentral.com’s The Gaggle: An Arizona Politics Podcast for this week’s episode titled “Proposition 400: The clash over freeways, streets and public transit” to discuss transportation issues in the Valley. Read more and listen in https://bit.ly/MarkRoselandTheGaggle!

Congratulations to all of the May 2023 graduates from Hainan-Arizona State University Tourism College (HAITC)! 🎉 We are so proud of all of your hard work and dedication! Experience the excitement and special moments in this celebratory graduation video: https://bit.ly/HAITCGrads

Interested in achieving the impact you've always imagined? Join one of the many graduate programs available at the School of Community Resources and Development and take advantage of our public service-centric curriculum to take the next step in your career. Apply by July 1, and we'll cover the cost of your application fee! Get started at bit.ly/WattsRecruitment ✅

In remembrance of those who gave their lives in service to our country, we pause on this Memorial Day to reflect on, appreciate and honor their selfless service. Their bravery and devotion will forever inspire us.

Want to help deepen tourists’ experiences? Enroll in PRM 470/598: Environmental Communication. This online, experiential class teaches skills in "interpreting" natural, cultural and historical resources at parks, museums, nature centers, historical sites, zoos and more. With this class, you can help visitors connect to sites while learning a style of communication that is enjoyable and thematic. Register at bit.ly/Fall2023-PRM470-598. Questions? Email [email protected].

Students will be eligible to become Certified Interpretive Guides (optional; $165) through the National Association for Interpretation.

The class includes an optional weekend camping trip to the Grand Canyon on Oct. 20-22!

We are excited to welcome Yuma resident and recent Cibola High School grad Kaylee Woods to our Nonprofit Leadership and Management program this fall! Woods was named a 2023 Flinn Scholar by the Flinn Scholars Program The Arizona-based program recognizes high school grads who exceed academic and extracurricular expectations. Yuma's CBS Channel 13 News spotlighted Woods. Watch at https://kyma.com/education/2023/05/09/local-high-school-student-named-flinn-scholar/.