REC 1113. Foundations of Community Recreation - 3 hours (Spring, even years) A course concerning the history, nature, extent and significance of recreation in the community setting. Special attention is focused on government related agencies that provide public leisure services.

REC 1123. Principles of Church Recreation - 3 hours (Fall) A survey course in the interpretation, objectives, history and philosophy of recreation in the church and its relationship and contribution to the total church ministry. An overview of the various program areas of church recreation is included.

REC 2042. Social Recreation - 2 hours (Fall, On demand) A course in the planning, promotion and conducting of various types of events. Classroom discussion and demonstrations of activities for parties, fellowships and other social occasions included. Course fee $5.

REC 2052. Camp and Retreat Administration - 2 hours (Spring) A study of organizational, administrative and programming aspects of resident camps, day camps and retreats. Includes history of the camping movement and an overview of outdoor education.

REC/CED/THR 2062. Drama in the Church and Community - 2 hours (Spring, odd years) A practical application course with special emphasis given to the role of drama in the church and community. Includes a study of various types of drama, organizational methods for the establishment of an on-going program and review of resources.

REC 2072. Senior Adult Recreation - 2 hours (Spring, On demand) An investigation of the needs and potentials of senior adults with emphasis on recreation programming opportunities. Problems of aging are also considered.

REC 2092. Recreation and Athletic Facilities - 2 hours (Fall) A course which examines the planning and design of recreation and athletic facilities. Also includes practical considerations for operating a facility.

REC 2951-3. Special Topics in Recreation - 1-3 hours (As arranged) An intensified approach to selected themes or subject matter in recreation. Areas of study may vary. Prerequisites: 8 hours in recreation.

REC 3163. Recreation Leadership - 3 hours (Spring, odd years) A course designed for training leaders of recreation. Techniques of direct recreation leadership and methods for practical application of leadership skills are emphasized. Includes lab. (Must be taken at SBU). Prerequisites: REC 1102 and 1113 or 1123.

REC 3783. Recreation Field Guidance Seminar - 3 hours (Spring, odd years) A laboratory-type exposure to recreation; actual situations are encountered and discussed in seminar fashion. Prerequisites: REC 1102 and 1113 or 1123.

REC 3992. Readings in Recreation - 2 hours (Fall, odd years) A concentrated study of books relating to the field of recreation. Oral and written work pertinent to each book is required.

REC/HPE 4023. Organization and Administration of Recreation - 3 hours (Fall) A course emphasizing the methodology of planning, organizing, administering and managing the recreation department. Consideration given to staff and personnel, equipment, budgeting, records, reports and programming. Prerequisites: 64 hours completed.

REC/HPE 4043. Adapted Physical Education and Recreation - 3 hours (Winterfest) An overview of special populations and their problems related to participation in physical education. Examination of services, resources and programs are included. Prerequisite: 96 hours completed.

REC 4762. Problem Solving in Recreation and Sports Management - 2 hours (Spring) A seminar on problem solving in the recreation profession. Aimed at facilitating transition between the academic and professional experience. (Restricted to recreation majors or minors with 64 hours completed.)

REC 4951-3. Intensive Studies in Recreation - 1-3 hours (As arranged) An intensified approach to selected themes or subject matter in recreation. Areas of study may vary. Prerequisites: 12 hours in recreation and 64 hours completed.

REC 4961-3. Recreation Practicum - 1-3 hours (Fall, Spring, Summer) Credit given for on-the-field experience gained in the practice of specified recreation related duties. Settings are determined according to individual circumstances. (Maximum of 3 hours total may be earned toward major.) Prerequisite: 64 hours completed. (Restricted to Recreation majors or instructor's approval.)

REC 4971-2. Recreation Symposium - 1-2 hours (On demand) Credit given for special short-term, off-campus study in the field of recreation including labs, clinics or conferences as sponsored by national, regional or state recreation associations or agencies. (Restricted to recreation majors or minors with 64 hours completed.)

REC 4986. Internship in Recreation - 6 hours (Fall, Spring, Summer) A fulltime residency for on-the-job training under the supervision of a church or community recreation professional. Includes observation, supervision, planning, instruction, direct leadership and evaluation. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of "C" in REC 3163 and REC 3783; a minimum overall GPA of 2.000 in all coursework taken at SBU prior to application for internship and prior to internship itself; restricted to Church Recreation or Community Recreation majors with 96 hours completed; advance application no later than September or February of preceding semester. Course fee $100.

REC 4991-3. Independent Investigations in Recreation - 1-3 hours (Fall, Spring) Exploratory projects or undergraduate research and directed individual study in recreation areas not included in the regular curriculum. See further guidelines in this catalog under "Independent Study". (Restricted to recreation majors with 96 hours completed with a minimum GPA of 2.75 in REC.)