Recreation, Parks and Leisure Studies, SUNY Cortland

Recreation, Parks and Leisure Studies, SUNY Cortland Building inclusive communities through recreation, nurturing environmental stewardship and enhancing wellbeing for all. and abroad.

Join us in creating healthier, happier, connected lives! When you major in one of our recreation programs, you follow in the footsteps of a long line of leaders in the field. Our faculty are highly respected teachers and scholars who will give you the personal attention you need to succeed. You’ll have the opportunity to do internships and fieldwork in parks, hospitals, recreation departments and

other settings in the U.S. Our definition of “classroom” is extremely broad — you can get academic credit for kayaking, backpacking, rock climbing and other outdoor adventures. Cortland has the longest-running and most comprehensive recreation program in New York and is one of only three U.S. colleges with national accreditation in all four of its recreation majors. Our alumni network of accomplished professionals, combined with your Cortland degree, will put you on the path to a rewarding career.

04/26/2025
Caption: Two more weeks of classes 🎓📚The finish line is so close — let’s power through! 💪✨
04/26/2025

Caption: Two more weeks of classes 🎓📚
The finish line is so close — let’s power through! 💪✨

We're launching a new social media campaign that spotlights recreation professionals and the meaningful work they do to ...
04/24/2025

We're launching a new social media campaign that spotlights recreation professionals and the meaningful work they do to support others' play experiences.
Our campaign centers around the phrase "I'm Working Here!" and aims to highlight the diversity within our professional field. Many people see our work as simply having fun, but we want to showcase how it forms the foundation of challenging and rewarding careers.
Interested in participating? Please message us! This opportunity is open to all recreation professionals, not just Cortland Alumni.

Join us Monday night for Rec & Roll: Food Truck & Recreation Fest
04/24/2025

Join us Monday night for Rec & Roll: Food Truck & Recreation Fest

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱From trails to trees, parks to playgrounds—today we celebrate the spaces that connect us to the plan...
04/22/2025

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱
From trails to trees, parks to playgrounds—today we celebrate the spaces that connect us to the planet 🌳💚
In Recreation, Parks & Leisure Studies, we’re all about protecting and enjoying the great outdoors 🌤️ Let’s keep working together to make our communities greener, healthier, and more sustainable 🌾♻️
🌿 Did you getting outside today?

REC 101 Waterfall Hikes students enjoying a recent trip to Carpenter Falls.The 37-acre Carpenter Falls Unique Area was c...
04/14/2025

REC 101 Waterfall Hikes students enjoying a recent trip to Carpenter Falls.

The 37-acre Carpenter Falls Unique Area was created for the purposes of recreation and watershed protection. Upper Carpenter Falls is located in the southernmost portion of the property, just off of Appletree Point Road. Lower Carpenter Falls is located in the northernmost portion of the property.

Please get your votes in by Monday (4/14) at 8am to Katie. kathryn.palmersmith@corltand.edu
04/11/2025

Please get your votes in by Monday (4/14) at 8am to Katie. [email protected]

It's been one week since our Holi celebrations - the color might be washed away but the memories remain! Thank you to ev...
04/10/2025

It's been one week since our Holi celebrations - the color might be washed away but the memories remain! Thank you to everyone who attended for making it the joyful celebration it was. Already excited for next year's Holi!

Thanks to your incredible generosity, we've made extraordinary progress on our fundraising journey! Your support has alr...
04/10/2025

Thanks to your incredible generosity, we've made extraordinary progress on our fundraising journey! Your support has already made a tremendous impact on our students, and with one final push together, we can continue to help even more students next year. if you still want to help, please ledge here: https://give.cortland.edu/campaigns/56083/donations/new?tc=52336

Thank you to our incredible alumni family whose support has transformed our department through scholarships and program ...
04/10/2025

Thank you to our incredible alumni family whose support has transformed our department through scholarships and program growth; as we continue to adapt to the changing needs of our field, we hope you'll consider continuing your invaluable partnership with us in the coming year by pledging a small amount here: https://give.cortland.edu/campaigns/56083/donations/new?tc=52336

According to a 2009 Harris Interactive Study, people with disabilities who indicate that they are physically active are ...
04/09/2025

According to a 2009 Harris Interactive Study, people with disabilities who indicate that they are physically active are more likely to be employed, to believe that being physically active has helped them advance in their jobs, and to lead to a healthier lifestyle. Our job is to reduce barriers to that active lifestyle. You can help too by pledging here: https://give.cortland.edu/campaigns/56083/donations/new?tc=52336

For the first time in 2023, over 50% of women report some level of participation in outdoor recreation for the first tim...
04/09/2025

For the first time in 2023, over 50% of women report some level of participation in outdoor recreation for the first time! We are working hard to ensure we have professionals of all genders who can enter this field and continue this growth and help make the outdoors a more inclusive space. Please help us in this work by pledging here: https://give.cortland.edu/campaigns/56083/donations/new?tc=52336

We're looking for your help to support our programming and our students' study abroad opportunities. These opportunities...
04/09/2025

We're looking for your help to support our programming and our students' study abroad opportunities. These opportunities offer numerous benefits, including cultural immersion, enhanced language skills, expanded career opportunities, and personal growth. Please help us continue to offer these excellent opportunities by pledging here: https://give.cortland.edu/campaigns/56083/donations/new?tc=52336

Did you know that Recreation services improve communities by fostering social connections, promoting physical and mental...
04/09/2025

Did you know that Recreation services improve communities by fostering social connections, promoting physical and mental health, and contributing to economic growth and environmental stewardship. So, a gift to us is a gift to your whole community! Please donate here: https://give.cortland.edu/campaigns/56083/donations/new?tc=52336

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