Georgia Southern University - GSU (reviews)

All I knew is that I wanted to help people improve their lives in an enjoyable and meaningful way. I felt a bit lost as I faced the struggle of having to choose between enjoyability and conventional healing practices.

I was approached by professors who introduced an innovative holistic therapy concentration called Therapeutic Recreation (TR). Also known as Rec Therapy, TR utilizes leisure activities to improve individuals’ overall well-being by focusing on the whole individual – enhancing physical, mental, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual health.

I loved the idea of addressing all aspects of a person’s life, and because all areas are connected I thought, “What better way is there than to use exciting, impactful, and successful activities for individuals with illnesses or disabilities improve their health and recovery?”

Therapeutic Recreation is where Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy meet. I enjoyed art therapy and dance therapy just much seeing first-hand how much the patients enjoyed the many recreational activities that can be applied to their individualized treatment plans.

Campus life becomes a unique journey because TR is a holistic blossom while PT and OT have been blooming for quite awhile. Although my classmates and I experienced were among the first in the new program, we became the faces of having fun doing activities as class exercises. We had a unique balance of studying processes and structuring treatment plans with taking trips to the recreation center for sporting activities – much of which align for addressing all areas of life simultaneously.

My experience at Georgia Southern University was incredibly rewarding. The professors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the campus fostered a strong sense of community. I especially appreciated the international programs, which created a welcoming environment for global students and offered enriching study abroad opportunities. The university truly values cultural exchange and global learning, which added depth to my academic and personal growth.

The lecturers at Georgia Southern University are just amazing! Every lecture they provide is interesting and educational because of their extensive knowledge and experience. They are constantly available to provide advice and assistance, and they go above and beyond to make sure their pupils achieve. Also, let me to introduce you to the campus! It completely changes the game. The dynamic atmosphere, engaging learning areas, and state-of-the-art facilities provide the ideal setting for both academic and personal development. Georgia Southern University is a close-knit community where students are encouraged to pursue their passions and realize their greatest potential. You will want to experience it!

Georgia Southern University is simply amazing! Even outside of classroom hours, the professors there are very helpful and encouraging in addition to having a wealth of knowledge. They go above and above to offer advice and support because they sincerely care about their students’ success. They are always available to help, whether it be with inquiries, additional resources, or mentoring. It fosters such a supportive and motivating learning atmosphere.