Ithaca College

Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies faculty member Chris Pelchat has been selected for an international position within the leadership ranks of the outdoor industry.

The membership of the Wilderness Education Association (WEA) selected Pelchat to serve as president of the organization's association. This is Pelchat’s third year being elected to this seat.

The WEA's mission is to promote the professionalism of outdoor leadership through establishment of national standards, curriculum design, implementation, advocacy, and research-driven initiatives. The WEA serves as the international certifying body for outdoor leadership. (www.weainfo.org).