Sports Communication Specialization
About the Sports Communication Specialization
In partnership with CWU’s Department of Communication, we are excited to offer the specialization in Sports Communication, one of four options for completing requirements for the Sport Management major. Please see the course catalog for specific Sports Communication specialization degree requirements and course listings.
To apply to the Sport Management program, please reach out to Program Coordinator Dr. David Rolfe. Additionally, be sure to check out the opportunities offered by the CWU Department of Communication.
Meet the Faculty
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Dr. Sean Dahlin |
Dr. Brian McGladrey |
Dr. Rory A. Weishaar |
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Dr. David Rolfe |
Dr. Paul Ballard |
Careers & Alumni
Learn more about career paths of the Sports Communication specialization area and check out the wide variety of positions held by alumni. Please visit CWU Northwest Center for Sport to learn more about opportunities for students outside of the classroom.
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Careers & Opportunities
- Sports Broadcaster (TV/radio) Sports Anchor
- Director of Athletic Communications
- Sports Media/Public Relations Specialist
- Sports TV/Radio Show Host
- Sports Podcaster Sports Journalist (reporter/writer/editor)
- Social Media Manager
- Graphic Designer
- Branding Specialist/Manager
- Sports Video/Radio Producer
- Sports Videographer
- Community Relations Manager
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CWU Alumni in Sports Communication
- Christian Bond, associate athletics director for communications, Seattle Pacific University Athletics
- Tim Booth, sports writer/editor, Associated Press
- Matthew Madrona, Broadcast & Corporate Partnerships Coordinator, Seattle Storm
- Austin Lane, producer, SWX Spokane
- Hayden Mangan, communications assistant, Fort Lewis College Athletics
- Payton Berens, freelance broadcaster
- Mike Wells, college lecturer, Indiana University (former ESPN sports reporter)
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