Master’s of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sport Management.
“Don’t be pushed by your problems, be led by your dreams.”
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
Experience my personal journey through my reflections and samples of coursework at North Carolina State University in the Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Sport Management Master’s program.
WELCOME
“Thrive, don’t just exist. Challenge yourself.”
My name is Lee Brimmage and I have had the honor to call Eastern North Carolina my home for my entire life thus far. My educational career began at East Carolina University (ECU) where I followed my dreams and pursed a degree in Information and Computer Technology with a minor in Business Administration. I not only walked away with a diploma from ECU, but my passion for sports, recreation, and helping others were greatly enhanced.
Fast forward several years, and I have been fortunate enough to be working for North Carolina Cooperative Extension as a 4-H Youth Development Professional for the past seven years. A great opportunity within our organization presented itself in the form of tuition waivers to assist with helping me further my education. As the old adage says, “When opportunity knocks, you better be there to open the door.” I took advantage of this and challenged myself to pursue a Master’s degree at North Carolina State University in the Parks, Recreation, Tourism, and Sport Management program. It has proved to be one of the best decisions and experiences of my lifetime. I hope that through my reflections and artifacts you will be able to get a good sense of the growth, challenges, wealth of knowledge, and effectiveness of this exceptional program.
Go forth and do great things!
There are so many opportunities in this program to learn and grow personally and professionally. I would highly recommend anyone to take a chance with this program and invest in your future.
“Never stop learning, because life never stops teaching.”
-Unknown
“Education is the best provision for life’s journey.”
-Aristotle
“Accept the challenge, take the leap of faith, and join the program. It will change your life in more ways than you could imagine.”
— Lee Brimmage