Dr. Michael J. Bradley

• Associate Professor & Graduate Coordinator
• Ph.D. - Oklahoma State University
• M.S. - Western Illinois University
• B.S. - Oklahoma State University

Bio  •  Curriculum Vitae

Contact Information

• Department: Recreation and Park Administration
• Office: 401 Begley Building
• Mailing Address: Begley 405
• Email: michael.bradley@eku.edu
• Phone: 859-622-1834
• Expert Areas: Human Dimensions in Natural Resource Management, Ethics in Leisure Pursuits

Bio

When I was a child, my parents allowed me to roam through the woods and really become an “outdoor kid.” Even as a kid, I knew I had developed a special connection to nature and that relationship has only matured over the years.  I enjoy the chilly winters, the sweaty summers, the wet springs, and the golden leaf falls that nature brings as each year moves forward.  I believe this love and connection has directed me to where I am today and guide me in the future.

Through my work with state parks and my connections to individuals in the outdoor recreation field, I feel as though I may contribute to providing outdoor recreation to those that cherish and respect the natural resource. I aim to educate and ethically develop the next generation of outdoor recreation professionals so that these beautiful and meaningful places are sustained forever.

Personal Interests:  Fishing, Photography, Yard Sales, Sports, Gardening, Hanging Out With Wife, Travel

Research Interests:  Ethics in various leisure pursuits, human dimensions of natural resource management, leisure philosophy, and recreation place meaning

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