Wes White, Author at Warner College of Natural Resources

Tourism Naturally Conference – May 16-18 – Austria

Wes White April 06, 2018

The Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources’s Tourism Naturally Conference is being hosted this year by University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU) in TAUERN SPA Zell am See – Kaprun, Austria – May 16-18, 2018.

The plenary track theme 2018 is “Nature based Tourism, Health & Well-being” and the venue is one of Austria’s most modern spa resorts, situated in the heart of Salzburg’s famous ski areas. During the conference, experts will give insight into sustainable management, product development, and new trends in nature based tourism – but with a special focus on landscape, culture, and health issues.

Tourism Program Director Sam Martin gives closing keynote at European Mountain Tourism Conference

Wes White March 23, 2018

HDNR Tourism Program Director Sam Martin recently gave the closing keynote on sustainable tourism development at the European Mountain Tourism Conference, in Andorra, alongside other notable keynotes such as UNWTO Secretary-General Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili and Andorran Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Antoni Martí.

HDNR Senior Cat Sunstone a Finalist for Prestigious Truman Scholarship

Wes White March 22, 2018

Every year, the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation awards the Truman scholarship to students across the nation who are proponents of public service in many different fields. This year, four Colorado State University students out of 194 national finalists have been nominated for the scholarship.

Ski Areas Tapping into CSU Expertise

Wes White February 23, 2018

This winter Ski Area Management (SAM) Magazine enlisted the expertise of Colorado State University (CSU) Assistant Professor Natalie Ooi Ph.D. and the Online Graduate Certificate in Ski Area Management. Ooi was tapped to be part of SAM’s Summit Series; a season-long mentorship program partnering ten rising stars in the ski industry with six industry leaders to foster relationships and expose these rising stars to the necessary skills and knowledge required to become successful.

Cottrell awarded at The World Research Summit for Tourism and Hospitality

Wes White February 08, 2018

The World Research Summit for Tourism and Hospitality: Innovation, Partnerships and Sharing recognized Colorado State University Associate Professor Stuart Cottrell and Cottrell’s former Ph.D. student Pavlina McGrady with its 2017 The Abraham L. Pizam Best Paper Award for their paper on “Factors Affecting Corporate Sustainability Among Colorado Ski Resorts: A Mixed-Methods Approach”.

Shaping the Future of Adventure Tourism

Wes White January 19, 2018

It’s no secret that Colorado has a booming adventure travel industry. Now, with a new program at Colorado State University, the Centennial State could shape the future of the industry worldwide.

The real Tower of Babylon

Wes White January 10, 2018

Why do humans speak more than 7000 languages on our little planet? Simon Morton speaks to Michael Gavin about his research on languages and their development around natural resources.

Following a 30-year career, beloved Professor Rick Knight retires

Wes White December 11, 2017

During his tenure at CSU Rick has advised 55 graduate students, been on hundreds of committees, has taught 15 distinct courses (13 of which he developed), and has taught over 10,000 undergraduate students. If we all lined up to thank Rick for his dedicated service the line would wrap out of the Lory Student Center, down College avenue to Harmony Road, and back.

Study finds populist ‘backlash’ rising against wildlife agencies

Wes White December 08, 2017

The rise of populism in the United States is affecting a range of issues, and according to a recent study, wildlife management is no exception.

HDNR Student Helps Others Experience the Outdoors in Summer Internship

Wes White December 06, 2017

Undergraduate Jake Ingram experienced the outdoor recreationist’s dream, gaining credit and experience through his internship at the Devils Thumb Ranch Resort this past summer. He worked on mountain bikes and guided visitors on a myriad of outdoor adventures.

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