Andrew Kerins

Andrew Kerins is an Assistant Professor at Eastern Illinois University in the Department of Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation. He serves as Graduate Program Coordinator and Grievance Officer for the Exercise Physiology/Sports Administration program.

• Ph.D. in Recreation, Sport, & Tourism from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2012)
• M.S. in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Sciences from Texas A&M University (2005)
• B.S. in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management from NC State University (2003)

His research focuses on social dynamics in sports communities, including mutual aid networks in ultramarathons and community building in roller derby. He has published work on volunteer benefits in public agencies and recreation specialization patterns in informal sports like ultimate frisbee.

Teaching Responsibilities:

• REC 2290 - Programming for Leisure Agencies
• REC 3900 - Operation of Recreation Facilities
• REC 3910 - Computer-Related Technologies in Recreation
• REC 4274 - Pre-Internship & Career Development in Recreation
• REC 4600 - Planning and Design of Leisure Facilities
• REC 4700 - Employee and Volunteer Management in Recreation
• REC 4830 - Administration of Leisure Services

Professional Networks: Member of The Academy of Leisure Sciences (TALS), Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA), and National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).