Dr. Joel McCormick

Associate Professor

Education

• Ph.D. Natural Resource Recreation; University of Florida
• M.S. Sociology – Criminal Justice; Longwood University
• M.S. Outdoor Recreation; Aurora University
• B.S. Psychology; Christopher Newport University
• B.S. Philosophy; Christopher Newport University

Courses Taught

• Principles of Recreation and Leisure
• Leisure, Sport, and Event Tourism
• Theories of Play
• Outdoor Recreation and Camps
• Recreational Programming and Leadership
• Outdoor Recreation Leadership

Academic Interests

• Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design for Parks and Green Spaces
• Outdoor and Natural Resource Leisure and Recreation
• Youth Development and Youth-At-Risk Prevention

Scholarly Activity

• McCormick, J. & Holland S. (2013). Exploring Strategies to Reduce Incivilities, Provide Security, and Reduce Fear of Crime in Urban Parks. Security Journal.

• McCormick, J., Holland, S., & Szydlo, L. (2010). Experiential learning 2.0: Incorporating youtube© in leisure studies. Schole. 25, 74-78
• McCormick, J. (2006). Design against crime: Time spent at the drafting table can make parks and green spaces safer. Parks & Recreation May issue, p. 35-39

Other Professional Experiences

• Cubmaster & Den Leader for Scouting USA
• 4-H Youth Advisory Council and Shooting Sports Volunteer
• Member of the Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Program – Human Dimensions Team