Recreation Management
Degrees
- B.S., University of Georgia
- M.S.,Curriculum and Instruction, Northern Illinois University
- Ph.D., Parks Recreation and Tourism Management, Clemson University
Teaching Specialties
- RM 2100
- RM 2220
- RM 2210
- RM 2310
- RM 3315
- RM 3140
- RM 4210
Hobbies
- Hiking
- Biking
- Camping
- Quilting
- Origami
- Crafting
- Yoga
How did you discover Appalachian State University?
"While in college, I came up to Boone to ski at Beech Mountain."
What is your favorite thing about Boone?
"Access to hiking trails!"
What excites you most about your field?
"We make a difference in people's lives!"
What are some highlights of your career?
"Working as a National Park Ranger, Girl Scout Camp Director and an Outdoor Education Professional. All of these highlight my interest in getting people comfortable and enjoying the outdoors!"
Favorite Quote
"Live Well, Laugh Often, and Love Much!"
Professional Affiliations / Organizations
- North Carolina Parks and Recreation Association
- American Camping Association
- National Association for Interpretation
Certifications
- Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
- Certified Interpretive Guide Trainer (CIGT)
Research Interests
- Environmental Socialization
- Outdoor Play Rx Programs
- Children in the outdoors - Forest Schools, natural playgrounds, learning in nonformal educational settings (outdoor, adventure, experiential, and interpretation)
Selected Publications
- Towner, B. C., Venrick, H. W., Broce, B., Christiana, R. W., Battista, R. A. & James, J. J. (March, 2021). Got nature? An interdisciplinary approach to promoting healthy outdoor play and exercise. Journal of the Blue Cross NC Institue for Health & Human Services Sustainable Health 1, pp. 68-74.
- Rabinowitz, E., Theriault, D., & James, J.J. (2021). Towards a better understanding of Leisure Motivations of Marine Corps Members. In Dustin et. Al (Eds.) This Land is Your Land: Toward a better Understanding of nature's resiliency-building and restorative power for Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and their families. pp. 67-77. Urbana, IL: Sagamore Publishing.
- James , J. J., (2020). Faculty Cooperative Curricular Activities: Shared Learning Experiences + Faculty Collaboration = Engaged Learners, SCHOLE: A Journal of Leisure Studies and Recreation Education, 35:1, 41-45, DOI: 10.1080/1937156X.2020.1720463
- James, J. J., Christiana, R. & Battista, R. (2019). A Historical and Critical Analysis of Park Prescriptions. Journal of Leisure Research, 50:4, 311-329, DOI: 10.1080/00222216.2019.1617647
- Rabinowitz, E. & James, J.J. (January/February 2016). Putting Sustainability into Practice: Simple Strategies to Implement at Camp. Camping Magazine. pp. 58-61Rabinowitz, E. & James, J. J. (2015). Towards a Better Understanding of Leisure Motivations of Marine Corps Members. In Dustin et. Al (Eds.) This Land is Your Land: Toward a Better Understanding of nature's resiliency-building and restorative power for Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and their families. pp. 67-77. Urbana, IL: Sagamore Publishing.
- Rabinowitz, E. & James, J. J. (2015). Towards a better understanding of Leisure Motivations of Marine Corps Members. In Dustin et. Al (Eds.) This Land is Your Land: Toward a better Understanding of nature's resiliency-building and restorative power for Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and their families. pp. 67-77. Urbana, IL: Sagamore Publishing.
- Rabinowitz, E. & James, J. (2010). Leisure through a social science lens. Chapter 2 in Dimensions of leisure for life, Human Kinetics, Champaign IL.
"Promoting HOPE (Healthy Outdoor Play and Exercise) for children and youth" HOPE Lab
