NC State’s PRTM Department is active worldwide in spreading its expertise and belief in the benefits of parks, recreation, sports and tourism for people, communities and economies. Our faculty and staff conduct research projects with global partners, encourage frequent reciprocal professional visits from PRTM professionals from around the world and often attend or present at international conferences to assist members of the international community with their recreation, sports or tourism planning needs. In addition, each year PRTM  sponsors international student trips or study abroad programs.  

Current Research Projects
Our current international research partnerships involve various joint activities being conducted with the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the National Taiwan University of Taiwan, the Chinese Academy of Forestry Sciences as well as Griffth University and the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia.  

International Conferences
Faculty members recently participated in IUCN-World Conservation Union sponsored conferences or other international conferences held in such areas as South Africa, British Columbia, Hong Kong and Australia. In September, PRTM Associate professor YuFai Leung will serve as co-convener of a special session on recreation ecology at the 3rd International Conference on Monitoring and Management of Visitor Flows in Recreational and Protected Areas to be held in Rapperswil, Switzerland. 

Student Projects
We are currently involved in on-going initiatives in Grenada, Ghana and Australia, with more planned worldwide in the years ahead as we expand our  reach. For example, our Ghana Landscapes of Eco-Tourism program is an  immersive multicultural experience for students interested in critical design and eco-tourism issues in the developing world. Particpants are helping to document and communicate the impact of ecotourism on the country and develop sustainable ecotourism strategies as a catalyst for community development. 

Explore more PRTM international experiences for students at left.

Learn about additional study abroad opportunities offered by the College of Natural Resources

For More Information
Please review the activities of our faculty currently engaged in international initiatives:
YuFai Leung
Karla Henderson
Carol Kline
Gene Brothers
Roger Moore