Center for Research on Leisure and Health
Mission
The purpose of Center for Research on Leisure and Health is to stimulate innovative research that contributes to the prevention of primary and secondary health risk factors, the promotion of healthy lifestyles through leisure, and the reduction of health care costs in Pennsylvania and beyond. The Center will serve as a catalyst to promote transdisciplinary research and graduate education concerning issues of leisure activity, leisure services, health, well-being, and healthy lifestyles. Specifically, the Center will provide a context within which to:
Develop New Knowledge
- Bringing together interdisciplinary scholars interested in the intersection of lifestyle issues and health outcomes.
- Developing and evaluating innovative interventions that will provide field professionals with an array of evidence-based programs and practices to improve health and reduce costs.
Translate and Disseminate Knowledge
Strengthen Capacity
Engage in Local, State, National and Global Partnerships
Attract Funding to Support our Objectives
Contact Information:
Linda L. Caldwell, Ph.D., Director
Center for Research on Leisure and Health
Penn State University
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 863-8983
lindac@psu.edu