Recreation and Sports Sciences

• 1. Students will develop a strong foundation in their respective program areas.
• Students will exhibit the ability to communicate effectively through written, oral, and other mediums appropriate to their discipline. Students will demonstrate computer competency and the ability to use tools and technologies in their respective areas.
• Students will develop and exhibit attitudes and behaviors appropriate for their respective professions.
• Students will have skills in reasoning, analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making necessary for practice or graduate studies.
• Students will understand the concepts of personal accountability and interpersonal relations.
• Students will demonstrate the awareness, understanding, and skills necessary to live and work in a diverse, global society.

• Graduate students will obtain and demonstrate advanced analytical skills and knowledge.
• Graduate students will demonstrate proficiency in basic research and statistical design.
• Graduate students will develop a basic knowledge of human resources management.
• Graduate students will obtain the necessary knowledge and ability base needed for doctoral study in their discipline.
• Graduate students will be prepared to use discipline-specific theory as a base for professional practice.
• Graduate students will understand the legal implications and risk management needs as applied to their respective professions.