Challenge Course Workshop [Registration Required]

Pratt Master's students can register for this workshop at mywco.com/pratt on the Professional Development Schedule.

Students will participate in a ground challenge course which will involve problem solving as a group. The session will conclude with a debriefing discussion. Students will learn: 1) Collaborative decision making 2) The importance of team success, rather than individual success 3) Constructive ways to deliver and receive feedback 4) Strategies for effectively communicating within teams.

Facilitator: Chris Hendricks is Duke Recreation's Director of Outdoor Adventures. Previously, he was a Coordinator for Iowa State University's Outdoor Recreation Program. Chris received his bachelors in Recreation Management with a minor in business from Ohio University. He then went on to Kent State University to receive his MBA, while also working as the graduate assistant for their Outdoor Adventure program.

Student Feedback

"I recommend this workshop for everyone who likes activities and practical learning. Teamwork, leadership and effective communication are essential skill sets that are required in the corporate world out there and this is a fun way of learning and understanding them."

"This workshop was not just physically challenging but required strategic thinking and it forced us to move out of our regular thinking process and think outside the box. It was a great way to learn about leadership, communication and strategy."