Matt Symonds

Matt Symonds is a Professor at Northwest Missouri State University where he teaches in the online Master of Science in Recreation program with an emphasis in Recreation Management. He holds an Ed.D. from the University of Missouri and brings extensive experience from intercollegiate athletics administration and parks and recreation board service.

His pedagogical approach emphasizes the application of data analysis strategies to informed decision-making in recreation contexts. Students are encouraged to connect course material with real-world practice through applied assignments and discussions.