EIU Recreation Administration

03/11/2022

Thank you for everything Dr. Bryden. -EIU

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03/10/2022

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Ewen “Lefty” Bryden on Tuesday, March 9th.

Lefty was a huge part of EIU for many years. Even after his retirement, he stayed active with the Leisure Services Department (later Recreation Administration) at EIU and the Charleston community.

Please share this information with anyone who knew Lefty!

12/04/2019

Found these photos from the IPRA Conference of 2012. Almost 8 years ago, fond memories.

10/25/2019

04/09/2019

We are three days away from our 8th annual Senior Sendoff event. Alumni, we hope to see you there.

10/15/2018

EIURAAA is this Friday. We are looking forward to seeing our Alumni.

04/26/2018

For professionals in the EIU REC family interested in becoming a Parks and Recreation Director, here is an opportunity with the Village of Brookfield:

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03/02/2018

For professionals in the EIU REC family focused on outdoor recreation operations the following message contains an opportunity with Montana State Parks and Recreation:

Dear Dr. Barkley,
Montana State Parks announced today the opening of its Chief of Operations position. This high-level position oversees the daily operation of five regional managers, 55 state parks across Montana totaling 35,000 acres, and over 2 million visitors annually.
More information and to apply to this position, please see: https://mtstatejobs.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=18140458&tz=GMT-07%3A00
Please help us get this position into the hands of any and all interested parties!
Thank you,
Joseph Naiman-Sessions
AmeriCorps Program Coordinator
Montana State Parks
1420 E. 6th
Helena, MT 59601
P: (406) 444-5275
C: (406) 439-8050
[email protected]


"Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive and then go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive." -Howard Thurman

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02/28/2018

The Village of Mt. Zion, Illinois (pop. 5,833) is seeking applications for a full-time Director of
Parks and Recreation. Applicant should have a bachelor’s degree (BA) in Parks, Recreation and
Leisure Studies or similar field; 1-3 years’ experience in a management role; or equivalent
combination of education and experience. This position is responsible for the operation and
maintenance of the Parks and Recreation Department. Desirable candidates should have the
ability to provide effective leadership within the organization and develop and maintain
positive working relationships with village employees, board and commission members and the
public. A complete list of duties, responsibilities and requirements can be provided upon
request. Salary $30,000 DOQ plus benefits including health insurance, IMRF Retirement, Paid
Holiday, Vacation and Sick time, and Dental Coverage. Employment applications are available at
www.mtzion.com. Applications and resumes are due by March 15, 2018. Applications may be
mailed to Village of Mt. Zion, 1400 Mt. Zion Parkway, Mt. Zion, IL 62549 or emailed to Julie
Miller, Village Administrator, [email protected]. The Village of Mt. Zion is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.

Welcome to the Official Website of Village of Mt. Zion in Mount Zion, IL!

02/01/2018

For professionals in the EIU REC family focused on outdoor recreation planning, the following message contains an opportunity with Montana State Parks and Recreation:

"Dr. Barkley,

Montana State Parks and Recreation would appreciate your aid in circulating an exciting position within your circles and with the alumni of Eastern Illinois University’s Department of Recreation Administration. We are currently accepting applications for the Montana State Trails Coordinator. This position is to promote the establishment, maintenance and access of recreational trails in Montana. The incumbent should possess a thorough knowledge of the National, environmental assessment procedures, and environmental impact statement procedural requirements.

This position administers the Recreational Trail’s Program for the State of Montana, one of the main funding mechanisms for trail work for all agencies and partners across the state. This is an advanced position and will require someone who has both knowledge of fiscal and grant administration, trail work, and a passion for creating partnerships and community building.

More information on this position and to apply, please visit: https://mtstatejobs.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=18140137&tz=GMT-07%3A00

We appreciate your support in helping us to find the right person for this position,

Joseph Naiman-Sessions
AmeriCorps Program Coordinator
Montana State Parks
1420 E. 6th
Helena, MT 59601
P: (406) 444-5275
C: (406) 439-8050
[email protected]"

Click the link provided to see the complete job description.

01/23/2018

Here are a couple photos from the trip to the IPRA conference this past weekend in Chicago. It was so fun to spend time with students and alum. Being a part of the EIU REC family is awesome. For those REC family members not pictured, we hope to see you here in McAfee for our Senior Sendoff event and Alumni meeting on Friday, April 27th, 2018.

01/17/2018

IPRA Conference goers:

(1) REC students, faculty, and alumni are going to meet up at 5:15 in the Hilton Lobby [see below/attached for location details].

(2)REC students and faculty are going to be having pizza on Friday at 6:30 p.m. at Exchequer Restaurant and Pub at 226 S. Wabash. For alumni who see this, we would love it if you can join us; just reply to this post and let me know so we have enough chairs.
http://exchequerpub.com/

We hope to see you soon.