Oct. 21, 2024 | Vince Lara-Cinisomo
RST Associate Professor Toni Liechty was inducted earlier this year as a fellow in The Academy of Leisure Sciences.
The criteria for earning the distinction highlight not only Liechty’s performance as a teacher, leader, administrator, practitioner and researcher but also her dedication to the advancement of the leisure sciences.
The TALS fellowship is a testament to Liechty’s commitment and contributions to the field. Her demonstrated leadership, notable contributions to leisure literature, and significant involvement in professional associations have set her apart as a trailblazer.
Founded in 1980, TALS holds as its purpose “the intellectual advancement of leisure sciences.”
Fellows are outstanding scholars elected through a rigorous process within the academy to carry the purpose, based on at least 10 years of demonstrated competence in quality and quantity of scholarly literature contributions, leadership and participation in professional associations, and outstanding performance as professional in the field of leisure.
“It’s a real honor to be recognized by scholars who I have looked to as role models and mentors,” Liechty said. “I appreciate all the support from my research collaborators and my colleagues.”
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