Future scholars honored.Master's students interested in pursuing a doctorate in parks and recreation, leisure studies, recreation resources management, or related fields are invited to apply to be a 2006 Lucille and Derby Dustin Future Scholar. Sponsored by the Academy of Leisure Sciences and the Society of Park and Recreation Educators (SPRE SPRE Software Process Risk Evaluation ), selected applicants will be invited to participate in NRPA's Congress and Exposition, held in Seattle, Wash. The Future Scholars selected will each receive $1,000 to cover transportation to Congress, lodging and meal expenses. Complimentary registration will be provided by NRPA NRPA National Recreation and Park Association NRPA Natural Resources Protective Association (Staten Island, NY) NRPA Niagara Regional Police Association (Canada) NRPA National Rifle and Pistol Association . The Future Scholars Program gives students who are considering a doctorate in a leisure-related field the opportunity to have contact with some of the outstanding researchers who attend NRPA Congress and its associated meetings. Selected students will have a chance to attend meetings of the Academy of Leisure Sciences, the Leisure Research Symposium symposium In ancient Greece, an aristocratic banquet at which men met to discuss philosophical and political issues and recite poetry. It began as a warrior feast. Rooms were designed specifically for the proceedings. and SPRE annual banquet A banquet is a large public meal or feast, complete with main courses and desserts. It usually serves a purpose, such as a charitable gathering, a ceremony, or a celebration. Sometimes a banquet consists of only desserts, but it is advisable to include main courses as well. , as well as other NRPA social and educational sessions. This will be an excellent opportunity for students to ask questions about the field and inquire in·quire also en·quire v. in·quired, in·quir·ing, in·quires v.intr. 1. To seek information by asking a question: inquired about prices. 2. about doctoral program opportunities. Interested students should visit NRPA's Web site at www.nrpa.org or the Academy of Leisure Sciences Web site at www.academyofleisuresciences.org. All applications must be postmarked by April 15. |
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