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Kami Lanning poses with her beaded graduation cap.

Dec 12, 2023

Kami Lanning Completes Online Master’s Degree

Kami Lanning recently completed the NC State Online Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management degree. Lanning works for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians as the Recreation Manager on the Qualla Boundary in Cherokee, NC. Read more about her experiences with the MPRTSM program!

Dec 16, 2021

Ready to Make an Impact

Work-life balance takes on a new meaning when you’re a student at NC State in addition to being an employee. That’s the case for Lauren Morris, a fall 2021 graduate in the online parks, recreation, tourism and sport management (PRTSM) master’s program.

Large Ford RV parked near grass and water.

Sep 8, 2021

PRTSM Online Master’s Program Sparks a New Business for PJ Ray

Agriculture has always been a part of Patricia Joyce “PJ” Ray’s life. In the Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management (PRTSM) online master’s program, she found a way to take agriculture to the next level. “I grew up on a tobacco, corn, soybeans, wheat and livestock farm in Pollocksville, North Carolina. I always knew I…

Apr 28, 2021

Student Shoutouts: Sarah Bunn Makes Earth Day Impact

While Sarah Bunn is still in her first year of the Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management (MPRTSM) online program, her tremendous impact is already being felt in the community.

Apr 12, 2021

Jonathan Bentley: A Story of Leadership, Passion and Never Giving Up

Jonathan Bentley is the director of creative media for the NC State Women's Basketball team and is currently finishing up his Master of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management (MPRTSM) online.

Oct 1, 2019

Melissa Simmons, Director of Operations for NC State Wrestling

What is it like to be a director of operations and what does it take to be successful in the position? Melissa Simmons, director of operations for the NC State Wrestling team helps us get the inside scoop.

Aug 5, 2019

Online PRTSM Alumnus Devotes Career to Protecting Our Nation’s Natural and Cultural Resources

For National Park Service Trail Administrator, Johnny Carawan, administering 680 miles of the Washington Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail is more than a job — it’s a calling.

Aug 1, 2019

Military Student Brings Lawmakers and Veterans Together Outdoors to Create Change

U.S. Army Captain Matthew Arevian is bringing stakeholders together to show the impact of the outdoors to veterans.

May 10, 2019

Graduation to Vocation: Online Master’s Degree Crucial to Career in Tourism Marketing

Taira Landavere will use her online masters in her role as director of marketing for a tourism organization.