Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
PRLS Faculty
With varied backgrounds, interests, and experiences, the innovative and outstanding scholars and educators in Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies pursue active research and professional/community involvement that strengthen their effectiveness in the classroom, ensure a dynamic and relevant educational experience for all students, support student advancement after graduation, and impact their professions and communities. All faculty have earned doctorates from nationally recognized universities.
Shown here (from left to right) are:
Dr. James Kozlowski, Associate Professor
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Dr. Brenda Wiggins, Associate Professor,
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Dr. Laurie Harmon, Assistant Professor,
PRLS Coordinator
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Dr. Lori Shelby, Assistant Professor,
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Dr. Ellen Drogin Rodgers, Associate Dean of Teaching and Academic Affairs, Associate Professor
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Outstanding Adjunct Faculty
Mason’s location in the Washington metropolitan area allows us to attract outstanding professionals and scholars as PRLS adjunct faculty who share their extensive practical knowledge and expertise with the university community.
Evan Braff
Senior Services Division II Supervisor, Fairfax County Department of Community and Recreation Services
Ron Carmichael
Executive Officer, Prince William Campus
Jennae Duarte
Recreation Specialist, Fairfax County Department of Community and Recreation Services
Patricia Franckewitz
Director, Fairfax County Department of Community and Recreation Services
Susan Johnson
Challenge Course Manager, The EDGE at Mason's Center for Teambuilding and Organizational Learning
Julie Kutruff
Park Manager, National Park Service
Ivan Levin
Program Director, National Park Foundation
Megan McLaughlin
Program Assistant, National Association for Girls and Women in Sport (NAGWS)
Management Staff, Fairfax County Park Authority - OakMarr Recreation Center
Leslie Shinners
General Manager, Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center
“The caring and dedicated faculty within the POR and TR programs, who represent a variety of professional fields and experiences, are committed to ensuring academic success among their students.”
– Natalie Teluk, Class of 2006