Partnering with local schools to exchange recreation and cultural experiences,
Putting hearts and hands to work at the Antonis Environmental Park,
Attending the Special Olympics in Athens and meeting the U.S. volleyball team,
Seeing history in the making during street protests in the streets of Athens.
Those are just a few of the experiences shared recently by 15 NC State University students while completing PRT 491: History of Leisure/Visitor and Destination Management.
According to Janell Moretz, a lecurer in the Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management, the students focused on the history of leisure from its historical origins to how democracy changed the Greek culture and influenced leisure in modern society around the world.
development changed the landscape of Greece, examined how tourism affects community development and culture, and made friends throughout Greece and the nearby isles – gaining a comprehensive understanding of Greece’s culture and its people – all in 20 days!
After their return the students completed a reflection exercise which included developing comprehensive storyboards showcasing images and observations from the course experiences. “The students were able to express what they learned in their storyboard projects,” according to Moretz, “It was gratifying to learn how much the cultural exchanges, service learning and trip abroad enhanced their understanding of leisure, recreation and the Greek Culture. I’m look forward to sharing these experiences with more students on our next journey in 2012!
View 2 Student Storyboards – Lindsay Anderson Jason Batt
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