Step into a degree that blends your passion for the outdoors with career-ready training in land and resource management. The Natural Resource Management emphasis within ATU鈥檚 Tourism program prepares you to lead in park operations, natural area stewardship, and visitor engagement. Through partnerships with agencies like the U.S. Forest Service and Arkansas State Parks, you鈥檒l gain real-world experience managing parks, trails, and outdoor learning facilities. Whether you're planning recreation areas or protecting natural landscapes, you鈥檒l graduate with the tools to thrive in the ever-growing outdoor and eco-tourism industry.
average annual salary for Arkansas park rangers
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state parks in Arkansas, and we have alumni at each one
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Meet Sadie, a junior in the Tourism program. Whether you're curious about classes, campus life, or where this degree can take you, she鈥檚 here to share her experience. Thinking about joining the program? Click her photo to connect on Instagram and get real insights and gold-standard guidance on life as a tourism student at 抖阴视频.
"Everyone tells you to think about the future, but we know there's growth in the journey. At 抖阴视频 we value this moment because here, nature becomes your classroom. So breathe it in. You've got this."
Did you know that alumni of our tourism program work at all 52 state parks in The Natural State? Visit the Park Finder to find an Arkansas State Park near you!
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