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The world is increasingly acknowledging East Tennessee State University as an outdoor lover’s dream. Earlier this year, readers of Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine named the university the 2023 Top Adventure College.

From Clemson University to Virginia Tech, ETSU bested a range of other schools throughout the South.

Professors want current and potential students to know that jobs exist for those who enjoy spending time outdoors.

“ETSU has incredible programs that can help you find a career based on your love of nature and adventure,” said Dr. Janna Scarborough, dean of the Clemmer College of Education and Human Development where two such programs are housed.

One opportunity is the graduate certificate in nature-based therapy, a five-course program where students learn theory as well as programming.

“Grounded in ecocentrism, the graduate certificate in nature-based therapy is ideal for anyone interested in exploring the physical and psychological benefits of nature and may be especially applicable to those working in the social, behavioral and health sciences.