Jen Emigh

Jen Emigh serves as Professor-In-Charge for RPTM, RPTM-Athletics Liaison, and Faculty Partner for Wrestling at Penn State University. As an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management, she specializes in outdoor leadership, adventure programming, and experiential education. With more than 20 years of professional and instructional experience, she is dedicated to empowering students through transformative learning experiences that foster leadership, resilience, community, and personal growth. Jen leads the Adventure-Based Programming option within the Outdoor Recreation track and works closely with first-year students, student-athletes, and emerging leaders to support success both inside and outside the classroom.

Associate Teaching Professor, Penn State University, Department of RPTM (2026-Present)
Assistant Teaching Professor, Penn State University, Department of RPTM (2006, 2010–2026)
Director, AURORA Outdoor Orientation Programs, Penn State (2010–2025)
Associate Director of Leadership Development, Penn State University, Outreach – SCEC (2019-2023)
Corporate Programs Director, University of New Hampshire, Browne Center (2008-2010)
Course Instructor, Antioch University New England (Graduate-level outdoor education)

See Personal Website for more information: https://sites.psu.edu/jenemigh/

Courses Taught
RPTM 101: Introduction to Recreation and Leisure Services
RPTM 330: Adventure-Based Program Leadership
RPTM 440: Adventure Programming and Administration
RPTM 496: Outdoor Adventure-Based Program Development
RPTM 497/397: Reflective Leadership
RPTM 498: Backpacking Leadership
RPTM 89/KINES 089: Wilderness Experience
Graduate Course: Teaching in the Outdoors (Antioch University New England)