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Alumni Voices
A Few Words From Graduates
of Recreation, Tourism, and Hospitality Management
Matthew Althaus
Class of '02
BS-Leisure Services Management
"After seeing so many of my other friends from school struggling to find jobs, I am now convinced that the practicum and internship experiences prove to be the most beneficial form of study I gained through the RPT department."
Matthew is Assistant Aquatics Director at the Anderson Area YMCA
Heather Whann Choplin
Class of '81
BS-Outdoor Recreation and Environmental Education
"My outdoor recreation experiences at Piney Lake and my internship in Wyoming have stayed with me and helped me in all my outdoor recreation jobs and adventures. "Hands on" training was the key. Great Memories"!
George Crooker
Class of '98
BS-Leisure Services Management
"My degree helped me to prepare for life. I will always look upon my time spent at UNCG favorably."
George is the Branch Director of the High Point Family YMCA
Daniela Dimitrov
Class of '02
MS-Travel, Tourism, Commercial Recreation
"A wonderful team of educators and friends, this is my memory of RPT's staff. I had the opportunity to enoy the benefits of professional inspiration and human understanding. The qualification I received, particularly for my concentration of study, is absolutely satisfactory to me. I wouldn't change it for another school's training in the same subject. Also, the lifelong memories I cherish for my professors and the rest of the staff will stay incomparable to any other experience in my mind."
Stephanie Tramontana Dumey
Class of 2000
Travel & Tourism Management
My experiences at UNCG were life changing. From the friends I made, the lessons I learned and the education I received, I wouldn't change a thing. I felt the Dept of Rec, Tourism, and Hosp. Management was made especially for me. The courses, practicum and internship and expecially the professors helped prepare me for life after school. If I had to do it all over again...I would choose UNCG & the Dept of Rec, Tourism, and Hosp. Management!
Jennifer Francioni
Class of '07
Travel and Tourism Management
From Byrd’s trade shows to David’s ‘umms’ to Jerrie and UNCG I-dol to stealing candy from Ann, I would not have changed a thing. The ctr department IS the best department on campus. The department is truly passionate about what they do and their students. I appreciate what they taught me in preparation for my professional career and life.
Jennifer is a Public Relations Representative for the Noctr Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development at the NC Department of Commerce.
Annie Frisoli
Class of '01
MS in Travel, Tourism, and Commercial Recreation
"My experience with UNCG could not have been more positive. The staff is outstanding, the curriculum is enticing, and the culture is dynamic. The ctr Department takes on more than just a student. They take in another family member."
Annie is an instructor at University of NC at Wilmington
Jennifer Garner
Class of '96
BS-Travel, Tourism, and Commercial Recreation
"The department and it's programs prepared me for the "real world." I have now decided to pursue education and a lot of that is due to the great professors at UNCG. I loved my experience at UNCG"!
Nate Halubka
Class of '03
MS-Parks and Recreation Management
An education should not be viewed as a ticket to a higher paycheck or a better job, though it might provide opportunities for both of these. Rather, it should provide training and insight that helps you mold the future of your field. I believe my experience at UNCG is allowing me to do that. Thank you RPT faculty and staff.
Nate is a Recreation Consultant at Recreation Resources Service, Noctr Carolina State University
Shannon Ivester
Class of '00
BS-Leisure Services Management
"I had a great time at UNCG! It was an honor to be taught by the
best in the business"!
Shannon is the Associate youth Director at the West Forsyth Family
YMCA
Lisa Kiser
Class of '96
BS-Therapeutic Recreation
"The RPT Program at UNCG helped me transition into a Therapeutic Recreation Career by teaching program planning, program implementation, documentation and program evaluation. I now have the experience I need to think "outside the box" and plan innovative program for my clients."
Joan Kleinmann
Class of '07
BS-Therapeutic Recreation
"The ctr department made me feel right at home. I remember how much comfort Dr. Stone and the other professors gave me, being my mother away from home. I know that any time I need someone to talk to, or ask for a letter of recommendation they will always be there for me. The faculty in the ctr department truly care about their students and go the extra mile to help all of us succeed. After working for a short period and then going back to school, I realize how valuable all the lessons were that I was taught at UNCG. I will always have that with me, and I will cherish it forever."
Joan is currently at Queens University of Charlotte pursuing a music therapy degree
Camellia Mclean
Class of '08
BS-Travel, Tourism, and Commercial Recreation
"UNCG was the best choice for me to attend college and then the Recreation, Tourism and Hospitality Managment Department made it even better. I have enjoyed every minute of my experience and I would not change it. Everyone in the ctr Dept has made my experience just that much better. I would have to say that Dr. Byrd being my advisor made my time at UNCG wonderful. He would have to be the best advisor in the world. Again, UNCG was a great university and it has help me become a professional in the ever-changing world."
Deborah Meridith
Class of '87
BS-Therapeutic Recreation
"UNCG assisted me with a huge transition in my life. Throughout my years at the university, I was unable to decide what I was suppose to do for the rest of my life. Changing my major from Zoology to Therapeutic Recreation was the answer. The professors made the transition easier. I appreciate their dedication for my graduation. I now have my own nonprofit in recreation therapy called KopperTop Life Learning Center. Thank you!"
Deborah is the Director of KopperTop Life Learning Center
Kimberly Miller
Class of '98, '01
BS-Therapeutic Recreation, MS-Therapeutic Recreation
"The personal investment that the faculty and staff make in their students creates a caring and supportive environment that is like having a second family/home. Instead of forcing me to structure myself around my education, my education was structured around me which allowed my passion for my line of study to grow. They not only prepared me for my professional career, but also gave me the skills, knowledge, support, and motivation to make my dreams come true."
Kim is the Project Coordinator for Partnership F.I.V.E.
Dixie Penn
Class of '83
BS-Therapeutic Recreation
"After being a stay-at-home mom and raising 4 children, I went back to school and started a career at age 42. My experience at UNCG opened my mind to a brand new world. It increased my self confidence as well as improved my planning, organizational, and communication skills. My passion for Parks and Recreation has grown over the years, and I credit so much of this to UNCG."
Dixie is the Director of the Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department
Kevin Raper
Class of '95
BS-Travel, Tourism, and Commerical Recreation
"The UNCG (LES Dept.) basically saved my college career. I, like many other students, was bored with the "13th" grade curriculum. After speaking with Dr. Sellers one time, I was given a gleam of hope for my future. The classes were informative, focused, and prepared me for my career."
Kevin is the General Manager of the Park Lane Hotel
Nikki Reynolds Neuman
Class of '00
MS-Travel, Tourism, & Commercial Recreation
"Earning my degree gave me an opportunity to work with the best RPT professors in the field. Through their guidance and support, I gained the confidence, knowledge, and skill that I needed to pursue my career in the Event Planning field."
Lee Schneiderman
Class of '93
BS-Travel, Tourism, and Commercial Recreation
"I value the education I received from UNCG and the Department of Leisure Studies, and just want to say Thank You"!!!!!
Lee is the VP of Decorative Fabrics, Loomcraft Textiles
Douglas E. Stewart
Class of '07
BS-Leisure Services Management
"
This Department was the best I have ever found. With my disabilities I found really no obstacles to impede my progress. In fact, the curriculum in the ctr Department was above even the current Graduate School I attended in another state. UNCG will always be in my memories and the RPT/ctr Department will always be the Department for me. I am currently beginning the process to form my own Non-Profit Foundation/Organization in the United States. The skills I gained and honed in my classes has allowed me to handle most of the processes on my own. Fuctrer, my basic training here at UNCG allowed me to maintain a 4.0 GPA in Grad School. The monies I spent on my education at UNCG/ctr will no doubt propel me to the top echelon in my field of endeavor."
Donnie Underwood
Class of '85
BS-Leisure Services Management
"As the saying goes...you can't build a house upon the sand..." "Your professional career deserves and requires a firm, stable foundation. UNC-Greensboro provided me with the sound learning and growth opportunities that allowed me to build upon. With over 22 years in leisure services management, I can honestly attest to the fact that UNC-G was the rock that I built my "house" upon."
Donnie is the Park Planner at the City of Roanoke
Gina Weeks
Class of 97'
BS-Therapeutic Recreation
"My experience at UNCG led me to a profession that I am truly meant to do in this life. My internship led me to a job that I have been at for 6 years now. Everything I learned in my years studying therapeutic recreation, I have been using on a daily basis for the past 6 years at the Masonic and Eastern Star Home. I felt well prepared by UNCG to take on my job, and I had some of the best professors at UNCG. I still keep in touch, and also supervise some therapeutic recreation interns. UNCG has a great therapeutic recreation program that prepares students for their future careers! Personally, UNCG helped me learn how to work with the aged, and individuals with disabilities. The (LES, RPT) program at UNCG is excellent and woctr checking into!"
Regina is the Director of Activities at the Masonic and Eastern Star Home in Greensboro, NC
Tyrenecia (Tee) White
Class of '03
BS-Therapeutic Recreation
I was lost until I found Dr. C. Stone in the then RPT department. The entire staff was very considerate and helpful to everyone with not only school related things but also life. I enjoyed my time at UNCG which was enriched by becoming involved with the RPT department.
Courtney Wilkes
Class of '07
BA-Hotel and Restaurant Management
I don't think there is another department/school on campus that the faculty and staff care so much about their students. They truly give 110% to make sure we are prepared for the future and whatever else is ahead of us in life in general. When I was in school and attending class outside our department I always heard complaints about other professor's and mainly with advising how no one was willing to help them. But in our department it was top priority we meet with our advisor's (mine being David) and we figured out what would work best for me, my schedule, and to graduate! This department is awesome! Every student I run into in High School that is looking for college's I try and persuade them not only to UNCG but to this department because it is the BEST EVER!!!! P.S. I am wanting to come back to get my Master's so my journey may not be over for this school yet!
Leisure Event Coordinator and Catering Manager at Childress Vineyards in Lexington, NC
Suzanne Williams
Class of '04
Leisure Services Management
I feel extremely fortunate to have been a student in the ctr department (formerly RPT). I've worked on campus for over 10 years in a variety of positions and the things I learned in my leisure service management classes have been invaluable to me professionally. Currently I assist event planners with their parking and campus access needs. It's a challenging position; never a dull moment. Thankfully the program planning experience I gained as a student prepared me well for this type of work. My classroom, group project, practicum and internship experiences have proven extremely beneficial. Still, more than anything, it is the faculty I remember and appreciate most of all. They were very supportive of me as a nontraditional student. Their phenomenal dedication to the learning process and to individual students is what really makes this department and this program so special.
Suzanne is the Assistant Director of Parking Operations & Campus Access Management at UNCG.
Andria Johnson York
Class of '04
Leisure Services Management
I returned to UNCG in 2002 as an adult student and graduated in 2004 with a B.S. in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism (Leisure Service Management). Since January of 2005 I have been working at my dream job as the Assistant Director of Outdoor Programs for the Girl Scouts, Tarheel Triad Council. My husband and I live on-site at Keyauwee Program Center, which is the resident summer camp and year-round program facility for the local Girl Scouts. I never would have been prepared for this job had I not been a part of the great RPT program at UNCG! I've also tried to stay in contact with the practicum and internship program through the department and have had some great rec students come down and work with us.
Andria is the Assistant Director of Outdoor Programs for the Girl Scouts, Tarheel Triad Council
420 HHP Building, PO Box 26170, Greensboro NC 27412
Voice: 336.334.5327
Fax: 336.256.1156
Email: ctr@uncg.edu