COAPRT Reaccreditation Granted

October 28, 2022

Great News! The Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions (COAPRT) granted continuing accreditation of Georgia Southern University’s Recreation & Tourism Management program on October 28, 2022. The Council approved the following commendations: • The program is commended for its continued commitment to accreditation for the past 39 years. • Faculty demonstrated strong regional, state, and national connections to industry professionals in order to support experiential learning, curriculum development, and mentorship. • Program faculty are committed to the support of student success through their accessibility to students, outreach/networking, formal and informal advising, and creation of experiential learning opportunities. • Campus and program services for students with disabilities are a significant strength of the program. The program’s next accreditation review will take place in Fall 2029.