REC 215 - Special Events in Recreation

Units: 3
Conceptualizing, analysis, and project planning of small to large-scale events. Best practices and trends in special events, such as sports, festivals and fundraisers. Developing a plan and analyzing the experience of volunteering at a special event.

Strongly Recommended Preparation: HOS 100 and REC 100.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, or Entirely Online, or Hybrid.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Describe the key aspects of planning and management of special events, festivals, recreation/sport activities and fundraisers.
Identify best practices and trends in event management.
Develop an event management plan.
Analyze aspects of the project planning process based on participation in planning and/or implementation of a recreation or sport event.