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RLS 100 - Life, Leisure, and the Pursuit of Happiness

Course Career Undergraduate
Units 3
Approved Hours 3-0-0
Fee index 6
Faculty Kinesiology, Sport, & Rec
Department Kinesiology, Sport, & Rec
Typically Offered either term

Description
This is a foundational, introductory course to recreation and leisure studies, with an emphasis on exploring leisure’s contributions to happiness from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Various theories and evidence to support leisure’s roles in the pursuit of happiness are covered, along with prominent subtopics within leisure studies. Students will be expected to apply the learned content to issues they face in their own leisure life and/or future professional life.