Utah: Parks, Rec & Tourism

Happy Juneteenth 2023

PRT May 2023

Professor Kirk Nichols recognized as the distinguished teacher and mentor by the University of Utah. Congratulations Prof. Kirk Nichols!! https://health.utah.edu/parks-recreation-tourism

Nature and Human Health Utah is hosting a Speaker Event on March 16 at 6pm at Salt Lake City Library Auditorium.

Topic: National Park Service Directors Perspectives on Healthy Parks/Healthy People

natureandhealthutah.org

Go meet Mr. Eric Gardner our Senior Academic Advisor at the Union Today!

Oh boy oh boy, we sure do miss these places!
If you’re in a PRT class this semester then be excited to see them soon.
If you’re not... then sign up for one next semester! Why miss out on our state’s local beauties??

“Little Things Make a Huge Difference” In PRT’s first faculty spotlight post we’d like to introduce and thank Dr. Mary Wells!

Come be part of a professional university study! We’re looking for research participants to help us explore connections between rock climbing and mental health, to sign up and for more research contact: [email protected]

We’re in the final stretch! The vice presidential debate at the U emphasizes how the election looms ever closer, so be sure to register to vote! This election will be one of the most consequential so do it ASAP! Also, don’t forget that part of the campus will be closed for the next two weeks for the debate, so we’ll all be online until then. We would LOVE to see photos of PRT faculty and students working and learning in outside parks and public lands! Stay healthy and keep social distancing!
https://secure.utah.gov/voterreg/index.html

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every aspect of our lives, and its’ latest impact has been felt at school. On campus restrictions and online classes have been difficult adjustments. PRT has been greatly limited with what can be done during the explorative trips it usually provides, but so have all other departments. Hours of Zoom calls, isolation, heavy readings, and essays have all been unfortunate but necessary compromises made at the U. Do you recognize a significant difference between online and in-person class participation? We miss you here at the campus! Until then, take a gander at the sights PRT classes have to offer, and be excited to sign up and get out there next year! (P.S. check out and their website for COVID-19 updates)