Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration
Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration
Undergraduate Program
Bachelor of Science in RPTA
- Program Overview
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Options
- Adapted Recreation and Inclusion
- Community Organizations
- Outdoor Recreation
- Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration
- Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management
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Minors
- Event Planning and Management
- Hospitality Management
- Nonprofit Administration
- Outdoor Leadership
- Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration
- Therapeutic Recreation
- Youth Leadership
- Internship Resources
Professional Development
- Careers
- Certifications
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Experiential Learning
- Adapted Physical Activity Motor Clinic
- Camp Rocky
- Foos for Families
- Knoblauch Cafe
- Professional Development Conference
- Summer Opportunities Fair
- Senior Olympics
Horn Field Campus
- Program Overview
- History, Mission, and Values
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Programs
- High Ropes Course
- Climbing Tower
- Team Building
- Challenge Course
- Facilities
- Reservations
- Involvement
- Giving
Contact Information
Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration
400 Currens Hall
1 University Circle
Macomb, IL 61455
(309) 298-1967
rpta@wiu.edu
Spotlights
Hear from Shakari Lewis, a junior from Posen, IL, on why she chose RPTA.
Also hear from Tom Miller '87, Manager at Peoria Park District's Sommer Farm, on why you should consider a degree in Recreation, Park & Tourism Administration.
News & Upcoming Events
- Friday, January 28, 2022 - RPTA Alumni & Friends Gathering - Chicago, IL
- Thursday, March 24, 2022 - Summer Opportunities Fair
- Friday, April 15, 2022 - RPTA Professional Development Conference & Departmental Advisory Board Meeting
- Dr. Owens, Chair of the Youth Task Force, helps coordinate 9/11 Observance for area youth
- Belles' Ashes Interred in WIU Columbarium
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