Texas AampM University Office of Graduate Studies

Graduate Faculty Personal Record Form (Submit original with vitae only)

Nominating Department RPTS All Fields Mail Stop 2261 Required

1 Name of Nominee Mathew Duerden 2 Department of Nominee RPTS 3 Academic Rank or Position Title Assistant Professor - Ext Specialio 4 Date of Appointment to Texas AampM University 712010 5 Location (if not on campus) __ 6 Email Address of Nominee duerdentamuedu 7 UIN (if TAMUS) 216004516 -- SSN (if not TAMUS) __ 8 Tenured or Tenure Track 0 Yes [] No 9 Gender [2] Male 0 Female 10 Membership Type (check one)

ill Member o Associate Member o Adjunct Member o Special Appointment - Please include the purpose of the appointment (ie specific students NAME and uN or specific course and semester)

Student Name Student UIN OR Course Number Semester to be Taught __

11 Educational Background (Please specify advanced degrees received)

Degree Institution Date Awarded Major Area

PhD Texas AampM University August 2009 Recreation

MS Brigham Youth University August 2006 Youth Recreation

B A Brigham Youth University Dec 2003 German

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Summarized from the Vita present evidence that

(a) the nominee

(1) has taught a graduate class or Title Institution WhenTimes Taught

(2) has actively served on a graduate students advisory committee or Student Institution Degree Major

Mariela Fernandez Texas AampM University MS RPTS

(3) has held a definite administrative assignment in the graduate program of a university and that

Dr Duerden is a member of the RPTS Department Graduate Affairs Committee

(b) the nominee has published a scholarly work as primary author (or in the case ofa professional discipline has exhibited appropriate evidence of professional accomplishment) (Most notably list refereed scientific articles as primary author)

-Duerden M D amp Witt PA (2010) The impact of direct and indirect experiences on the development of environmental knowledge attitudes and behavior journal of Environmental Psychology 30(4) 379-392 -Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2010) The impact of socialization on youth program outcomes A social development model perspective Leisure Sciences 32(4) 299-317 -Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2010) An ecological systems theory perspective on youth programming journal of Park and Recreation Administration 28(2) 108-120 -Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2010) Evaluating youth programs An overview of practitioner led evaluations journal of Youth Development 5(1) Retrieved from httpdatamemberclickscomsite nae4ajyd_summer2010pdf

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TEXAS AampM UNIVERSITY College o f Agriculture and Life Sc iences Deportment of Recreoiion Pork and Tourism Sc iences

Dr Reed

Included with this letter you will find my graduate faculty application a letter of support from Dr Ellis

and my CV As instructed I am resubmitting my application for full graduate faculty status now that I

have been approved as a special appointment member of Mariela Fernandez s (MS) graduate

committee Thank you for assistance with this process and please let me know if you need anything else

from me at this time

Best Regards

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Mat Duerden

2261 TAMU College Sta tion Texas 77843-2261 bull (979)845-541 1 bull FAX(979)845-0446 httprp ts ta muedu

Mat D Duerden PhD

Department of Recreation Park amp Tourism Sciences Texas AampM University MS 2261 College Station TX 77843-2261 Tel 979-845-5983 Fax 979-845-0466 duerdentamuedu

EDUCATION

Texas AampM University College Station TX PhD 2009 Recreation Park and Tourism Interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate in Prevention Science Graduate Merit Fellowship Bradberry Scholarship Recipient GPA 4040 Dissertation Global Explorers An Evaluation ofProgram Processes and Implementation Committee Members Drs Peter Witt Amanda Stronza David Scott amp Jan Hughes Research Interests Community youth development program evaluation outdoor recreation and family dynamics

Brigham Young University Provo UT MS 2006 Youth and Family Recreation Graduate Mentoring Grant Recipient GPA 39640 Thesis Rafting Hiking and Self-Reflecting An Examination ofthe Relationship between Adventure Recreation and Adolescent Identity Development Committee Members Drs Mark Widmer Stacy Taniguchi amp Kelly McCoy

Brigham Young University Provo UT BA 2003 German with Business Management and History Minors Heritage Scholarship Recipient (4 yr Full Tuition) GPA 39140 Magna Cum Laude

EMPLOYMENT

Texas AampM University College Station TX Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist July 20 10 to Present bull Project Coordinator for Texas AampMs Youth Development Initiative (wwwyditamuedu)

Post Doctoral Research Associate May 2009 - June 2010 bull Project Coordinator for Texas AampMs Youth Development Initiative (wwwyd itamuedu)

bull Instructor RPTS 311 Program Planning Design amp Evaluation and RPTS 370 Youth Development Organizations amp Services

RESEARCH AND SCHOLARY ACTIVITIES

Refereed Articles

Duerden M D amp Witt PA (2010) The impact of direct and indirect experiences on the development of environmental knowledge attitudes and behavior Journal of Environmental Psychology 30(4)379-392

Shelton K Duerden M D amp Witt P (2010) Therapeutic respite care providers Benefits for fami ies of chi ldren with disabil ities Camping Magazine 83(6) 8-10

Duerden M D Widmer M A amp Witt P A (2010) Positive youth development What it is and how it fits in therapeutic settings Journal ofTherapeutic Schools and Programs 4(1) 118-133

Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2010) Evaluating youth programs An overview of practitioner led evaluations Journal ofYouth Development 5(1) Retrieved from httpdatamemberclickscomsitenae4aJjyd slimmer20 IOpdf

Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2010) The impact of socialization on youth program outcomes A social development model perspective Leisure Sciences 32(4)299-317

Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2010) An ecological systems theory perspective on youth programming Journal ofPark and Recreation Administration 28(2) 108-120

Baldwin J Duerden M D amp Witt P A (20 I 0) The impact of counselor training on new and returning camp counselors Camping Magazine 83(4)8-11

Duerden M D Widmer M A Taniguchi S amp McCoy J K (2009) Adventures in identity development The impact of a two-week adventure program on adolescent identity development Identity An International Journal of Theory and Research 9(4) 341-359

Taniguchi S Widmer M Duerden M D amp Draper c (2009) The attributes of effective field staff in wilderness programs Changing youths perspectives of being cool Therapeutic Recreation Journal 43(1) 11-26

Duerden M D amp Gillard A (Winter 2008-2009) Promoting supportive relationships in youth programs A self-determination theory perspective Journal ofYouth Development 3(3) Retrieved from httpwwwnae4haorgldirectoryjydjyd articlea pxid=e341422c-l fc5shy46c~9da6-603693e6all0

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In Review

Duerden M D amp Gillard A (In Review) A theory based model for youth programming New Directions for Youth Development

Duerden M D amp Witt P A (In Review) Assessing program implementation What it is why its important and how to do it Journal ofExtension

Duerden M D Taniguchi S amp Widmer M (In Review) Contextual antecedents of identity development in a leisure setting A qualitative inquiry Journal ofAdolescent Research

Duerden M D amp Witt P A (In Review) Assessing the need for the development of standardized life skills measures Journal ofExtension

Book Reviews

Duerden M D (In Press) Review of Theory amp practice ofexperiential education Journal of Leisure Research

Duerden M D (2007) Review of Last child in the woods Journal ofLeisure Research 39(2) 388-39

Invited Publications

Duerden M D Witt PA amp Boleman C (2009) Strengthening youth organizations in the state of Texas 2009 Texas youth serving organization needs assessment Texas Park and Recreation Association Magazine 8(2)24-27

Taniguchi S Widmer M amp Duerden M D (April 2007) Only the best need apply An exploration of the power of excellent camp counse lors to effect lasting change in at-risk youth Horizon Newsletter ofthe Association ofExperiential Education Bou Ider CO Association of Experiential Education

Reports

Duerden M D Aaron R amp Cromwell K (2010) Practitioner perspectives on youth and technology study College Station TX Youth Development Initiative Available online at wwwydLtamuedu

Duerden M D (2010) 2010 Global Explorers evaluation report Ft Collins CO Global Explorers

Theriault D Cromwell K Fernandez M amp Duerden M D (20 I0) YDI research summary volume l Edited by M D Duerden College Station TX Youth Development Initiative Available online at wwwvditamuedu

Duerden M D (2010) Technology and youth Parent fact sheet 2 College Station TX Youth Development Initiative Available online at wwwyditamuedu

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Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2010) CYFAR life skills survey summary College Station TX Youth Development Initiative Available online at wwwyditamuedu

Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2009) Texas youth serving organization economic impact survey College Station TX Youth Development Initiative Available online at wwwyditamuedu

Duerden M D (2009) Nature and youth development Advocacy and implementation College Station TX Youth Development ~nitiative Available online at wwwyditamuedu

Duerden M D (2009) 2009 Global Explorers evaluation report Ft Collins CO Global Explorers

Duerden M D Witt PA amp Boleman C (2009) 2009 youth serving organization needs assessment College Station TX Youth Development Initiative Available online at wwwyditamuedu

Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2009)2008 Global Explorers evaluation report Ft Collins CO Global Explorers

Duerden MD Witt P A amp King T (2009) Report on Fort Worth After School Observation Data Available onl ine at httpwwwfwisdorgfwaslPagesprogrammingaspx

In Progress

Duerden M D amp Witt P A Prolonging program impacts The influence of post program processing Journal not yet identified

Widmer M Taniguchi S amp Duerden M D Increasing and generalizing self-efficacy The effects of wilderness guide training on academic efficacy Journal not yet identified

PRESENT ATIONS

Refereed Research Presentations

Duerden M Taniguchi S amp Widmer M (20 10) Contextual Antecedents ofIdentity Development in an Adventure Recreation Setting A Qualitative Inquiry Presented in November 2010 at the Symposium for Experiential Education Research held in conjunction with the 20 10 Annual Association ofExperiential Educators Conference Las Vegas NY

Taniguchi S Ward P Widmer M Duerden M amp Larsen K (2010) Discovery offun Construct from perceptions of wilderness adventure experiences Presented in October 2010 at the Leisure Research Symposium held in conjunction with the 2010 Annual National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Minneapolis MN

Widmer M Taniguchi S amp Duerden M (2010) Promoting character strength through adventure therapy Presented in October 2010 at the Leisure Research Symposium held in conjunction with the 2010 Annual National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Minneapolis MN

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Duerden M D Harrist c amp Witt P A (2009) The influence of socialization on youth program outcomes a social development model perspective Presented at the 2009 Leisure Research Symposium National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Salt Lake City UT

Duerden M D amp Witt P A (2009) Study abroad as an impactful leisure experience Outcomes from an international immersion program for middle and high school students Poster Presented at the 2009 Leisure Research Symposium Poster Session National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Salt Lake City UT

Taniguchi S Widmer M Duerden M D amp Draper C (2008) Field staffattributes in wilderness programs Link to positive psychology Presented at the 2008 Association of Outdoor and Education Conference San Diego CA

Schenk C B Widmer M Duerden M D amp Burraston B O (2008) Adventure recreation and the character strength ofpersistence Presented at the 2008 Leisure Research Symposium National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Baltimore MD

Taniguchi S Widmer M amp Duerden M D (2008) Mentoring research and challenge Disadvantaged youth on the River ofNo Return Presented at 2008 Strengthening Families Youth and Communities Conference held at Myrtle Beach Sc

Duerden M D Widmer M A Taniguchi S T amp McCoy K (2006) Adventure recreation and adolescent identity development Presented at the 2006 Leisure Research Symposium National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Seattle WA

Widmer M A Duerden M D amp Taniguchi S T (2006) White water rafting backpacking mountain biking and the good life Effects ofa wilderness program based on principles from positive psychology on disadvantaged adolescents Presented at the 2006 Leisure Research Symposium National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Seattle WA

Taniguchi S Widmer M amp Duerden M D (2006) The attributes ofeffective camp counselors Changing youths perspectives ofbeing cool Presented at the 2006 Symposium on Experiential Education Research International Conference of the Association of Experiential Education St Paul MN

Widmer M Taniguchi S amp Duerden M D (2005) increasing and generalizing self-efficacy Effects ofwilderness guide training on academic efficacy Presented at the 2005 Leisure Research Symposium National Recreation and Parks Association Conference San Antonio TX

InvitedConference Presentations

Duerden M D amp Shaw D (2010) Reconnecting youth to nature bringing youth voice and advocacy to the table Presented at the 2010 Search Institute Big Tent Conference Houston TX

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Duerden M D Witt P A Melton K Kelly B amp Fernandez M (20 I 0) An assets approach to preparing educators and adolescents for the college experience Presented at the 20 I 0 Search Institute Big Tent Conference Houston TX

Duerden M D (2010) Technology and Youth The Good the Bad and the Intentional Presented at the 20 I 0 Texas Park and Recreation Region 2 amp 3 Conference Garland TX

Aaron R amp Duerden M D (2010) Technology and Youth The Good the Bad and the Intentional Presented at the 20 I 0 National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Minneapolis MN

Duerden M D (2010) Technology and Youth Presented at the Youth Development Initiative Houston Youth Practitioners Workshop

Duerden M D amp Howard R (2010) Nature and Youth Development Presented at the 2010 Youth Development Initiative Conference Austin TX

Duerden M D Roberson S amp Witt P A (20 I 0) Issues to Consider When Taking on a Program Evaluation Presented at the 20 I 0 Youth Development Initiative Conference Austin TX

Aaron R amp Duerden M D (2009) Evaluating youth programs A pathway to program improvement and accountability Presented at the 2009 National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Salt Lake City UT

Duerden M D amp Widmer M (2009) Promoting positive youth development in outdoor behavioral healthcare contexts Presented at the 2009 National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs Conference Austin TX

Duerden M D amp Aaron R (2008) Nature andyouth development Planting the seed Presented at the 2008 National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Baltimore MD

Taniguchi S Widmer M amp Duerden M D (2006) Research and challenge At-riskyouth on the River oNo Return n Presented at the Utah Therapeutic Recreation Associations Annual Conference St George UT

Widmer M Taniguchi S amp Duerden M D (2005) Uncharted territories Presented at the 2005 American Therapeutic Recreation Association Conference Salt Lake City UT

GRANTS

Co-PI with Witt P (2010-2011) Multi-Disciplinary Partnerships for Strengthening Child-Care amp Youth Development Subcontract from University of Arizona ($17500)

Principle Investigator (2009-2013) Evaluation of the Texas CYFAR funded 4-H Ready Set Go Programs ($40K over 5 years)

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Principle Investigator (2009-2013) A continued evaluation of a youth international immersion program Global Explorers ($25000 over 5 years)

Project Manager (2009-2010) The role of life skills development in youth program settings USDA - Children Youth and Families at Risk Program sub-contracted from the University of Arizona ($40000)

Co-Investigator (2008) An evaluation of program processes and implementation associated with a youth international immersion program Global Explorers ($ 15000)

HONORS

Bradberry Scholarship Recipient (2007 amp 2008) Texas AampM University Graduate Merit Fellowship (2006) Texas AampM University Utah Recreation and Parks Association Graduate Student Award (2006) Graduate Mentoring Grant Recipient (2005) - Brigham Young University Heritage Scholarship (1997) - Four year full tuition scholarship - Brigham Young University Eagle Scout (1997)

INVITED REVIEWER

Journal of Adolescent Research

Journal of Leisure Research Leisure Sciences Journal ofParks and Recreation Administration

Journal of Experiential Education

GRADUATE COMMITTEE SERVICE

Mariela Fernandez (MS 2009- ) Thesis Committee Member - Special Appointment

COURSES TAUGHT

Texas AampM University

RPTS 311 Program Planning Design amp Evaluation (Instructor of Record) Program planning leadership operations administration and evaluation for recreation parks and tourism agencies corporations and organizations includes development of special events service quality and participant satisfaction

RPTS 370 Youth Development Organizations amp Services (Instructor of Record) This course is designed to help students learn the principles and applications associated with the effective development and management of youth programs and services Essential topics include

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institutional and programmatic supports available and leadership tools necessary to develop successful youth programs and services

RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation (Instructor of Record) This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of leisure and outdoor recreation and how they influence individuals and society The influence of leisure in and throughout ones life is reviewed More specifically the use of leisure to experience the outdoors (nature) and its influence on the human condition is examined Course content has theoretical applied and experiential components using techniques that include self-assessments and guest lectures

RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education (Course Developer and Instructor of Record) This course provides an overview of leadership principles theories philosophies and technical skills related to outdoor education Additionally the course will introduce students to other topics applicable in a variety of outdoor education contexts such as risk management planning environmental education group facilitation and trip planning skills Students were required to complete a variety of group projects including a program proposal and to serve as team leaders on class field trips which included canoeing backpacking bird watching and rock climbing

Brigham Young University

RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation (Instructor of Record) To acquaint upper level RMYL majors with the theory and practice of scientific research measurement and evaluation Students designed conducted and presented findings from their own research projects

RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development (Course Developer and ]nstructor of Record) This course was required of all students selected to serve as counselors at Camp WILD The course focused on leadership and outdoor skill development programming and preparation for camp Participants were required to develop programming for their activity areas (eg rafting backpacking etc) as well as assist in participant recruitment and selection Participants also received instruction and trained each other in a variety of outdoor skills including backpacking fly fishing rafting and first aid

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant (2006 - 2009) Texas AampM University Responsibilities Included Managed all aspects ofa two-year $15000 evaluation of programs

associated with the non-profit Global Explorers Assisted with data collection and analysis for Dr Witts evaluation of Fort Worth After-School Programs

Voluntary Positions Served as the Graduate Advisor to the departments undergraduate leadership council Aggie Reps This position involved providing guidance and assistance for all activities which include the departments career fair a studentteacher dinner series a leadership lecture series and a variety of other projects designed to promote the department and facilitate the professional development of the departments students

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Courses Taught Instructor of record RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation Teaching assistant for RPTS 470 Youth Development Organizations and Services and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation

Graduate Assistant (2004-2006) Brigham Young University Responsibilities Included Managed all research quantitative and qualitative programming

recruiting and staff training associated with Camp WILD an adventure recreationresearch program for underprivileged youth jointly sponsored by the RMYL department and the WILD Foundation

Teaching Experience Instructor of record RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development and RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation Teaching assistant for RMYL 471 Assessment in Therapeutic Recreation and FAMLF 100 Strengthening Marriage amp Family Proclamation Principles amp Scholarship

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Board Member (201 O-Present) Texas Partnership for Out-of-School Time (wwwtxpostorg) The mission ofTXPOST is to increase the quality and availability of out-of-school-time programs in the State of Texas

Board Member (2007-Present) Journey Foundation (wwwjourneyfoundationcom) The Journey Foundation is a dynamic non-profit leadership-training program that is actively engaged in building tomorrows leaders today Through adventurous summer impact experiences and engaging year around activities youth ages 12-18 are able to more fully realize and reach their greatest potential Our objective is to help teens set the course for a lifelong Journey of becoming leaders that have a positive impact on their homes schools communities and the world

Co-Director (2002-2006) Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development Foundation The foundation provides underprivileged youth with transformative outdoor experiences I oversaw all aspects of the foundations operation including fund raising program development and training The foundation partnered with Brigham Young University to develop and implement Camp WILD an adventure recreation program for disadvantaged youth

Camp Co-Director (2004-2006) Camp WILD (Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development) Developed and implemented a multi-week wilderness adventure program for underprivileged adolescents with a staff of20-30 and a yearly budget of approximately $100000 The program took place near the Main Salmon River in central Idaho and served between 30-50 kids each summer Participants attended camp for two to three weeks and took part in rafting mountain biking rock climbing and backpacking expeditions as well as learning about leadership and environmental education

Trip Leader (1997 - Present) Action Whitewater Adventures (wwwriverguidecom) Serve as a guide and trip leader for wilderness rafting trips on Idahos Main Salmon River Responsibilities include overseeing equipment operations and crew of four to five guides for 5-7 day trips Guides are responsible for ensuring the safety and enjoyment of groups of up to 25 guests This includes river guiding interpretati9n food preparation and all additional programming

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Duerden M D Witt P A Melton K Kelly B amp Fernandez M (20 I 0) An assets approach to preparing educators and adolescents for the college experience Presented at the 20 I 0 Search Institute Big Tent Conference Houston TX

Duerden M D (2010) Technology and Youth The Good the Bad and the Intentional Presented at the 20 I 0 Texas Park and Recreation Region 2 amp 3 Conference Garland TX

Aaron R amp Duerden M D (2010) Technology and Youth The Good the Bad and the Intentional Presented at the 20 I 0 National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Minneapolis MN

Duerden M D (2010) Technology and Youth Presented at the Youth Development Initiative Houston Youth Practitioners Workshop

Duerden M D amp Howard R (2010) Nature and Youth Development Presented at the 2010 Youth Development Initiative Conference Austin TX

Duerden M D Roberson S amp Witt P A (20 I 0) Issues to Consider When Taking on a Program Evaluation Presented at the 20 I 0 Youth Development Initiative Conference Austin TX

Aaron R amp Duerden M D (2009) Evaluating youth programs A pathway to program improvement and accountability Presented at the 2009 National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Salt Lake City UT

Duerden M D amp Widmer M (2009) Promoting positive youth development in outdoor behavioral healthcare contexts Presented at the 2009 National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs Conference Austin TX

Duerden M D amp Aaron R (2008) Nature andyouth development Planting the seed Presented at the 2008 National Recreation and Parks Association Conference Baltimore MD

Taniguchi S Widmer M amp Duerden M D (2006) Research and challenge At-riskyouth on the River oNo Return n Presented at the Utah Therapeutic Recreation Associations Annual Conference St George UT

Widmer M Taniguchi S amp Duerden M D (2005) Uncharted territories Presented at the 2005 American Therapeutic Recreation Association Conference Salt Lake City UT

GRANTS

Co-PI with Witt P (2010-2011) Multi-Disciplinary Partnerships for Strengthening Child-Care amp Youth Development Subcontract from University of Arizona ($17500)

Principle Investigator (2009-2013) Evaluation of the Texas CYFAR funded 4-H Ready Set Go Programs ($40K over 5 years)

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Principle Investigator (2009-2013) A continued evaluation of a youth international immersion program Global Explorers ($25000 over 5 years)

Project Manager (2009-2010) The role of life skills development in youth program settings USDA - Children Youth and Families at Risk Program sub-contracted from the University of Arizona ($40000)

Co-Investigator (2008) An evaluation of program processes and implementation associated with a youth international immersion program Global Explorers ($ 15000)

HONORS

Bradberry Scholarship Recipient (2007 amp 2008) Texas AampM University Graduate Merit Fellowship (2006) Texas AampM University Utah Recreation and Parks Association Graduate Student Award (2006) Graduate Mentoring Grant Recipient (2005) - Brigham Young University Heritage Scholarship (1997) - Four year full tuition scholarship - Brigham Young University Eagle Scout (1997)

INVITED REVIEWER

Journal of Adolescent Research

Journal of Leisure Research Leisure Sciences Journal ofParks and Recreation Administration

Journal of Experiential Education

GRADUATE COMMITTEE SERVICE

Mariela Fernandez (MS 2009- ) Thesis Committee Member - Special Appointment

COURSES TAUGHT

Texas AampM University

RPTS 311 Program Planning Design amp Evaluation (Instructor of Record) Program planning leadership operations administration and evaluation for recreation parks and tourism agencies corporations and organizations includes development of special events service quality and participant satisfaction

RPTS 370 Youth Development Organizations amp Services (Instructor of Record) This course is designed to help students learn the principles and applications associated with the effective development and management of youth programs and services Essential topics include

7

institutional and programmatic supports available and leadership tools necessary to develop successful youth programs and services

RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation (Instructor of Record) This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of leisure and outdoor recreation and how they influence individuals and society The influence of leisure in and throughout ones life is reviewed More specifically the use of leisure to experience the outdoors (nature) and its influence on the human condition is examined Course content has theoretical applied and experiential components using techniques that include self-assessments and guest lectures

RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education (Course Developer and Instructor of Record) This course provides an overview of leadership principles theories philosophies and technical skills related to outdoor education Additionally the course will introduce students to other topics applicable in a variety of outdoor education contexts such as risk management planning environmental education group facilitation and trip planning skills Students were required to complete a variety of group projects including a program proposal and to serve as team leaders on class field trips which included canoeing backpacking bird watching and rock climbing

Brigham Young University

RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation (Instructor of Record) To acquaint upper level RMYL majors with the theory and practice of scientific research measurement and evaluation Students designed conducted and presented findings from their own research projects

RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development (Course Developer and ]nstructor of Record) This course was required of all students selected to serve as counselors at Camp WILD The course focused on leadership and outdoor skill development programming and preparation for camp Participants were required to develop programming for their activity areas (eg rafting backpacking etc) as well as assist in participant recruitment and selection Participants also received instruction and trained each other in a variety of outdoor skills including backpacking fly fishing rafting and first aid

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant (2006 - 2009) Texas AampM University Responsibilities Included Managed all aspects ofa two-year $15000 evaluation of programs

associated with the non-profit Global Explorers Assisted with data collection and analysis for Dr Witts evaluation of Fort Worth After-School Programs

Voluntary Positions Served as the Graduate Advisor to the departments undergraduate leadership council Aggie Reps This position involved providing guidance and assistance for all activities which include the departments career fair a studentteacher dinner series a leadership lecture series and a variety of other projects designed to promote the department and facilitate the professional development of the departments students

8

Courses Taught Instructor of record RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation Teaching assistant for RPTS 470 Youth Development Organizations and Services and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation

Graduate Assistant (2004-2006) Brigham Young University Responsibilities Included Managed all research quantitative and qualitative programming

recruiting and staff training associated with Camp WILD an adventure recreationresearch program for underprivileged youth jointly sponsored by the RMYL department and the WILD Foundation

Teaching Experience Instructor of record RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development and RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation Teaching assistant for RMYL 471 Assessment in Therapeutic Recreation and FAMLF 100 Strengthening Marriage amp Family Proclamation Principles amp Scholarship

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Board Member (201 O-Present) Texas Partnership for Out-of-School Time (wwwtxpostorg) The mission ofTXPOST is to increase the quality and availability of out-of-school-time programs in the State of Texas

Board Member (2007-Present) Journey Foundation (wwwjourneyfoundationcom) The Journey Foundation is a dynamic non-profit leadership-training program that is actively engaged in building tomorrows leaders today Through adventurous summer impact experiences and engaging year around activities youth ages 12-18 are able to more fully realize and reach their greatest potential Our objective is to help teens set the course for a lifelong Journey of becoming leaders that have a positive impact on their homes schools communities and the world

Co-Director (2002-2006) Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development Foundation The foundation provides underprivileged youth with transformative outdoor experiences I oversaw all aspects of the foundations operation including fund raising program development and training The foundation partnered with Brigham Young University to develop and implement Camp WILD an adventure recreation program for disadvantaged youth

Camp Co-Director (2004-2006) Camp WILD (Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development) Developed and implemented a multi-week wilderness adventure program for underprivileged adolescents with a staff of20-30 and a yearly budget of approximately $100000 The program took place near the Main Salmon River in central Idaho and served between 30-50 kids each summer Participants attended camp for two to three weeks and took part in rafting mountain biking rock climbing and backpacking expeditions as well as learning about leadership and environmental education

Trip Leader (1997 - Present) Action Whitewater Adventures (wwwriverguidecom) Serve as a guide and trip leader for wilderness rafting trips on Idahos Main Salmon River Responsibilities include overseeing equipment operations and crew of four to five guides for 5-7 day trips Guides are responsible for ensuring the safety and enjoyment of groups of up to 25 guests This includes river guiding interpretati9n food preparation and all additional programming

9

Principle Investigator (2009-2013) A continued evaluation of a youth international immersion program Global Explorers ($25000 over 5 years)

Project Manager (2009-2010) The role of life skills development in youth program settings USDA - Children Youth and Families at Risk Program sub-contracted from the University of Arizona ($40000)

Co-Investigator (2008) An evaluation of program processes and implementation associated with a youth international immersion program Global Explorers ($ 15000)

HONORS

Bradberry Scholarship Recipient (2007 amp 2008) Texas AampM University Graduate Merit Fellowship (2006) Texas AampM University Utah Recreation and Parks Association Graduate Student Award (2006) Graduate Mentoring Grant Recipient (2005) - Brigham Young University Heritage Scholarship (1997) - Four year full tuition scholarship - Brigham Young University Eagle Scout (1997)

INVITED REVIEWER

Journal of Adolescent Research

Journal of Leisure Research Leisure Sciences Journal ofParks and Recreation Administration

Journal of Experiential Education

GRADUATE COMMITTEE SERVICE

Mariela Fernandez (MS 2009- ) Thesis Committee Member - Special Appointment

COURSES TAUGHT

Texas AampM University

RPTS 311 Program Planning Design amp Evaluation (Instructor of Record) Program planning leadership operations administration and evaluation for recreation parks and tourism agencies corporations and organizations includes development of special events service quality and participant satisfaction

RPTS 370 Youth Development Organizations amp Services (Instructor of Record) This course is designed to help students learn the principles and applications associated with the effective development and management of youth programs and services Essential topics include

7

institutional and programmatic supports available and leadership tools necessary to develop successful youth programs and services

RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation (Instructor of Record) This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of leisure and outdoor recreation and how they influence individuals and society The influence of leisure in and throughout ones life is reviewed More specifically the use of leisure to experience the outdoors (nature) and its influence on the human condition is examined Course content has theoretical applied and experiential components using techniques that include self-assessments and guest lectures

RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education (Course Developer and Instructor of Record) This course provides an overview of leadership principles theories philosophies and technical skills related to outdoor education Additionally the course will introduce students to other topics applicable in a variety of outdoor education contexts such as risk management planning environmental education group facilitation and trip planning skills Students were required to complete a variety of group projects including a program proposal and to serve as team leaders on class field trips which included canoeing backpacking bird watching and rock climbing

Brigham Young University

RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation (Instructor of Record) To acquaint upper level RMYL majors with the theory and practice of scientific research measurement and evaluation Students designed conducted and presented findings from their own research projects

RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development (Course Developer and ]nstructor of Record) This course was required of all students selected to serve as counselors at Camp WILD The course focused on leadership and outdoor skill development programming and preparation for camp Participants were required to develop programming for their activity areas (eg rafting backpacking etc) as well as assist in participant recruitment and selection Participants also received instruction and trained each other in a variety of outdoor skills including backpacking fly fishing rafting and first aid

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant (2006 - 2009) Texas AampM University Responsibilities Included Managed all aspects ofa two-year $15000 evaluation of programs

associated with the non-profit Global Explorers Assisted with data collection and analysis for Dr Witts evaluation of Fort Worth After-School Programs

Voluntary Positions Served as the Graduate Advisor to the departments undergraduate leadership council Aggie Reps This position involved providing guidance and assistance for all activities which include the departments career fair a studentteacher dinner series a leadership lecture series and a variety of other projects designed to promote the department and facilitate the professional development of the departments students

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Courses Taught Instructor of record RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation Teaching assistant for RPTS 470 Youth Development Organizations and Services and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation

Graduate Assistant (2004-2006) Brigham Young University Responsibilities Included Managed all research quantitative and qualitative programming

recruiting and staff training associated with Camp WILD an adventure recreationresearch program for underprivileged youth jointly sponsored by the RMYL department and the WILD Foundation

Teaching Experience Instructor of record RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development and RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation Teaching assistant for RMYL 471 Assessment in Therapeutic Recreation and FAMLF 100 Strengthening Marriage amp Family Proclamation Principles amp Scholarship

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Board Member (201 O-Present) Texas Partnership for Out-of-School Time (wwwtxpostorg) The mission ofTXPOST is to increase the quality and availability of out-of-school-time programs in the State of Texas

Board Member (2007-Present) Journey Foundation (wwwjourneyfoundationcom) The Journey Foundation is a dynamic non-profit leadership-training program that is actively engaged in building tomorrows leaders today Through adventurous summer impact experiences and engaging year around activities youth ages 12-18 are able to more fully realize and reach their greatest potential Our objective is to help teens set the course for a lifelong Journey of becoming leaders that have a positive impact on their homes schools communities and the world

Co-Director (2002-2006) Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development Foundation The foundation provides underprivileged youth with transformative outdoor experiences I oversaw all aspects of the foundations operation including fund raising program development and training The foundation partnered with Brigham Young University to develop and implement Camp WILD an adventure recreation program for disadvantaged youth

Camp Co-Director (2004-2006) Camp WILD (Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development) Developed and implemented a multi-week wilderness adventure program for underprivileged adolescents with a staff of20-30 and a yearly budget of approximately $100000 The program took place near the Main Salmon River in central Idaho and served between 30-50 kids each summer Participants attended camp for two to three weeks and took part in rafting mountain biking rock climbing and backpacking expeditions as well as learning about leadership and environmental education

Trip Leader (1997 - Present) Action Whitewater Adventures (wwwriverguidecom) Serve as a guide and trip leader for wilderness rafting trips on Idahos Main Salmon River Responsibilities include overseeing equipment operations and crew of four to five guides for 5-7 day trips Guides are responsible for ensuring the safety and enjoyment of groups of up to 25 guests This includes river guiding interpretati9n food preparation and all additional programming

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institutional and programmatic supports available and leadership tools necessary to develop successful youth programs and services

RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation (Instructor of Record) This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of leisure and outdoor recreation and how they influence individuals and society The influence of leisure in and throughout ones life is reviewed More specifically the use of leisure to experience the outdoors (nature) and its influence on the human condition is examined Course content has theoretical applied and experiential components using techniques that include self-assessments and guest lectures

RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education (Course Developer and Instructor of Record) This course provides an overview of leadership principles theories philosophies and technical skills related to outdoor education Additionally the course will introduce students to other topics applicable in a variety of outdoor education contexts such as risk management planning environmental education group facilitation and trip planning skills Students were required to complete a variety of group projects including a program proposal and to serve as team leaders on class field trips which included canoeing backpacking bird watching and rock climbing

Brigham Young University

RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation (Instructor of Record) To acquaint upper level RMYL majors with the theory and practice of scientific research measurement and evaluation Students designed conducted and presented findings from their own research projects

RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development (Course Developer and ]nstructor of Record) This course was required of all students selected to serve as counselors at Camp WILD The course focused on leadership and outdoor skill development programming and preparation for camp Participants were required to develop programming for their activity areas (eg rafting backpacking etc) as well as assist in participant recruitment and selection Participants also received instruction and trained each other in a variety of outdoor skills including backpacking fly fishing rafting and first aid

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant (2006 - 2009) Texas AampM University Responsibilities Included Managed all aspects ofa two-year $15000 evaluation of programs

associated with the non-profit Global Explorers Assisted with data collection and analysis for Dr Witts evaluation of Fort Worth After-School Programs

Voluntary Positions Served as the Graduate Advisor to the departments undergraduate leadership council Aggie Reps This position involved providing guidance and assistance for all activities which include the departments career fair a studentteacher dinner series a leadership lecture series and a variety of other projects designed to promote the department and facilitate the professional development of the departments students

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Courses Taught Instructor of record RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation Teaching assistant for RPTS 470 Youth Development Organizations and Services and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation

Graduate Assistant (2004-2006) Brigham Young University Responsibilities Included Managed all research quantitative and qualitative programming

recruiting and staff training associated with Camp WILD an adventure recreationresearch program for underprivileged youth jointly sponsored by the RMYL department and the WILD Foundation

Teaching Experience Instructor of record RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development and RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation Teaching assistant for RMYL 471 Assessment in Therapeutic Recreation and FAMLF 100 Strengthening Marriage amp Family Proclamation Principles amp Scholarship

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Board Member (201 O-Present) Texas Partnership for Out-of-School Time (wwwtxpostorg) The mission ofTXPOST is to increase the quality and availability of out-of-school-time programs in the State of Texas

Board Member (2007-Present) Journey Foundation (wwwjourneyfoundationcom) The Journey Foundation is a dynamic non-profit leadership-training program that is actively engaged in building tomorrows leaders today Through adventurous summer impact experiences and engaging year around activities youth ages 12-18 are able to more fully realize and reach their greatest potential Our objective is to help teens set the course for a lifelong Journey of becoming leaders that have a positive impact on their homes schools communities and the world

Co-Director (2002-2006) Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development Foundation The foundation provides underprivileged youth with transformative outdoor experiences I oversaw all aspects of the foundations operation including fund raising program development and training The foundation partnered with Brigham Young University to develop and implement Camp WILD an adventure recreation program for disadvantaged youth

Camp Co-Director (2004-2006) Camp WILD (Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development) Developed and implemented a multi-week wilderness adventure program for underprivileged adolescents with a staff of20-30 and a yearly budget of approximately $100000 The program took place near the Main Salmon River in central Idaho and served between 30-50 kids each summer Participants attended camp for two to three weeks and took part in rafting mountain biking rock climbing and backpacking expeditions as well as learning about leadership and environmental education

Trip Leader (1997 - Present) Action Whitewater Adventures (wwwriverguidecom) Serve as a guide and trip leader for wilderness rafting trips on Idahos Main Salmon River Responsibilities include overseeing equipment operations and crew of four to five guides for 5-7 day trips Guides are responsible for ensuring the safety and enjoyment of groups of up to 25 guests This includes river guiding interpretati9n food preparation and all additional programming

9

Courses Taught Instructor of record RPTS 489 Introduction to Leadership for Outdoor Education and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation Teaching assistant for RPTS 470 Youth Development Organizations and Services and RPTS 301 Leisure and Outdoor Recreation

Graduate Assistant (2004-2006) Brigham Young University Responsibilities Included Managed all research quantitative and qualitative programming

recruiting and staff training associated with Camp WILD an adventure recreationresearch program for underprivileged youth jointly sponsored by the RMYL department and the WILD Foundation

Teaching Experience Instructor of record RMYL 497 Camp WILD Program Development and RMYL 487 Research and Evaluation Teaching assistant for RMYL 471 Assessment in Therapeutic Recreation and FAMLF 100 Strengthening Marriage amp Family Proclamation Principles amp Scholarship

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Board Member (201 O-Present) Texas Partnership for Out-of-School Time (wwwtxpostorg) The mission ofTXPOST is to increase the quality and availability of out-of-school-time programs in the State of Texas

Board Member (2007-Present) Journey Foundation (wwwjourneyfoundationcom) The Journey Foundation is a dynamic non-profit leadership-training program that is actively engaged in building tomorrows leaders today Through adventurous summer impact experiences and engaging year around activities youth ages 12-18 are able to more fully realize and reach their greatest potential Our objective is to help teens set the course for a lifelong Journey of becoming leaders that have a positive impact on their homes schools communities and the world

Co-Director (2002-2006) Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development Foundation The foundation provides underprivileged youth with transformative outdoor experiences I oversaw all aspects of the foundations operation including fund raising program development and training The foundation partnered with Brigham Young University to develop and implement Camp WILD an adventure recreation program for disadvantaged youth

Camp Co-Director (2004-2006) Camp WILD (Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development) Developed and implemented a multi-week wilderness adventure program for underprivileged adolescents with a staff of20-30 and a yearly budget of approximately $100000 The program took place near the Main Salmon River in central Idaho and served between 30-50 kids each summer Participants attended camp for two to three weeks and took part in rafting mountain biking rock climbing and backpacking expeditions as well as learning about leadership and environmental education

Trip Leader (1997 - Present) Action Whitewater Adventures (wwwriverguidecom) Serve as a guide and trip leader for wilderness rafting trips on Idahos Main Salmon River Responsibilities include overseeing equipment operations and crew of four to five guides for 5-7 day trips Guides are responsible for ensuring the safety and enjoyment of groups of up to 25 guests This includes river guiding interpretati9n food preparation and all additional programming

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~RESEARCH amp EXTENSION

Texas AampM System COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE

AND LIFE SCIENCES

RECREATION PARK AND TOURISM SCIENCE

December 12010

MEMORANDUM

TO Office of Graduate Studies

SUBJECT Mat Durden Qualifications

As you will see from the attached curriculum vita Dr Duerden is fully qualified to assist graduate students in our department through service on supervisory committees and to teach graduate classes in recreation and youth leadership He has published 10 papers in scientific and influential journals in parks recreation and youth development in the last two years An additional four papers are in review This rate of publication exceeds that of other assistant professors on our faculty who have been awarded graduate faculty status following their appointments

Dr Duerden also has unique professional experience in both youth leadership and in commercialentrepreneurial recreation This experience is an asset unlike that of any other member of our faculty It positions him well to assist graduate students with logistical details of field research that are related to the real world work environment Dr Duerden also has significant teaching experience having taught six undergraduate classes I would not hesitate to ask him to teach a graduate class if the circumstances become appropriate to such an appointment Finally Dr Duerden serves in significant leadership positions in the youth development community (ie Texas Partnership for Out-of-School Time Board Member Journey Foundation Board Member) These leadership roles will afford Dr Duerden opportunity to help students connect with leading professionals and key youth-serving agencies for their thesis and dissertation research

2261 TAMU College Station TX 77843-1180

Tel 979 845 5411 Fax 9798450446 wwwrpts tamu edu

~RESEARCH amp EXTENSION

Texas AampM System COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE

AND LIFE SCIENCES

RECREATION PARK AND TOURISM SCIENCE

December 12010

MEMORANDUM

TO Office of Graduate Studies

SUBJECT Mat Durden Qualifications

As you will see from the attached curriculum vita Dr Duerden is fully qualified to assist graduate students in our department through service on supervisory committees and to teach graduate classes in recreation and youth leadership He has published 10 papers in scientific and influential journals in parks recreation and youth development in the last two years An additional four papers are in review This rate of publication exceeds that of other assistant professors on our faculty who have been awarded graduate faculty status following their appointments

Dr Duerden also has unique professional experience in both youth leadership and in commercialentrepreneurial recreation This experience is an asset unlike that of any other member of our faculty It positions him well to assist graduate students with logistical details of field research that are related to the real world work environment Dr Duerden also has significant teaching experience having taught six undergraduate classes I would not hesitate to ask him to teach a graduate class if the circumstances become appropriate to such an appointment Finally Dr Duerden serves in significant leadership positions in the youth development community (ie Texas Partnership for Out-of-School Time Board Member Journey Foundation Board Member) These leadership roles will afford Dr Duerden opportunity to help students connect with leading professionals and key youth-serving agencies for their thesis and dissertation research

2261 TAMU College Station TX 77843-1180

Tel 979 845 5411 Fax 9798450446 wwwrpts tamu edu

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Dr Duerden has received significant honors for his many contributions Among these are the Bradberry Scholarship Recipient and Graduate Merit

Fellowship He was recognized as the outstanding graduate student in Utah in 2006

I am perplexed as to why a question about Dr Duerdens eligibility is being raised My understanding is that appointment of TAMU assistant professors is routine I trust that the concern is not a result of Dr Duerdens status as an AgriLife Extension Service faculty member As you may know Texas AampM

University recently endorsed a white paper on scholarly engagement that is based on the extension model Like extension scholarly engagement involves collaborating with professionals and community leaders to solve problems pursue opportunities and elevate quality of life through teaching research and service I suspect that one reason that Texas AampM University is a target of disproportionate budget reductions is a history of failure to adequately and visibly address local regional and state needs In the spirit of that white paper I certainly hope that the future of our universitys service to graduate students includes increasing numbers of assistant professors like Dr Duerden

D Ellis Department Head

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