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RPTM 460: Political and Legal Aspects of Recreation Services

 

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Course Info

Course Name:
  RPTM 460 : Political and Legal Aspects of Recreation Services
Semester:
  Spring
Campus:
  University Park (UP)
Instructor:
  Hickerson

   

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