Resources and Opportunities
The Department of Recreation, Parks and Tourism is committed to supporting students through accessible resources and meaningful opportunities. This page features scholarships, student organizations and services that foster learning, connection and success.
Scholarships
To apply to scholarships, please visit the AcademicWorks site at sfsu.academicworks.com
One recipient each year is awarded $1,000 to pursue the recreation, parks and tourism profession as a career.
One recipient each year is awarded for eligible students include those involved with HH through the minor program, research and/or Learning Center.
In memory of George S. Araki, this scholarship provides financial assistance to HH minor program students.
Two recipients each year are awarded $500 to develop professionally through the internship course (RPT 690) in preparation for a career in recreation, parks and tourism.
Student Organizations
Get involved! There are many RPT related clubs on campus to check out:
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RPT offers two internship classes: RPT 690 and HH 680. RPT 690 is Internship in Recreation, Parks and Tourism, where students apply concepts and best practices to field experience and training in organization and industry infrastructure. HH 680 is Holistic Health and Wellness in Practice, where students examine the opportunities and strategies of applying and disseminating holistic health methods and perspectives to develop skills to plan and lead holistic health events.