OCRE 4500 - Grant and Proposal Writing for Recreation Professionals

Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Description: Grant and Proposal Writing for Recreation Professionals is focused on providing the student with an in-depth investigation of grant writing and management. The course will provide students with an opportunity for primary and authentic experience in researching and writing grants. Students will explore the process of identifying prospective funders, developing relationships with funders, comprehending the basics of writing grants, submitting proposals, working in collaborative partnerships, and preparing for follow up and evaluation. Students will apply course learning to write and prepare actual grant proposals. The course content is interdisciplinary in nature, and is grounded in the tenets of experiential education and learning.
Pre-requisite(s): OCRE 3050 or permission from the instructor.