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Join us for a Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
Join us for a Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
Join us for a Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
Marist’s Sports Communication concentration within the Communication major goes beyond scores and statistics. You will read and analyze sports in new ways, critically examining the role of sports in society and considering such areas as gender, race, and public policy in the context of sports. With a unique combination of theory and practice, you’ll have real-world experience in sports communication long before you enter the industry after graduation.
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Learn the Intricacies of Sports Communication
Studying in the Sports Communication concentration at Marist, you will gain both a vast understanding of the communication industry as a whole and develop in-depth knowledge of the sports communication field. Your communication coursework is supplemented with unique and exciting sports communication classes such as:
Inspired to cover sports and step beyond the broadcast booth, William is a Communication major with a concentration in Sports Communication and a minor in Digital Video Production. His passion for sports began in his childhood with trips to Madison Square Garden, where the announcers shaped his experience. This passion has since evolved into professional-level experiences as an on-air host, producer, and editor for various sports-related content for Marist.
Marist’s Center for Sports Communication is a global leader in the study of and practice in sports communication, helping to prepare an enlightened and engaged group of future leaders in one of society’s most far-reaching disciplines. The Center has achieved national and international recognition for the unique educational experiences it provides to undergraduates. You'll have the opportunity to work on industry-standard sports shows, participate in sports research, and learn from titans in the Sports Communication industry.
Industry Leaders
The Center for Sports Communication frequently invites industry leaders to campus for teaching, lectures, and Q&A sessions, providing Sports Communication students with opportunities to learn and engage. Most recently, three-time Emmy winner and the voice of the NBA on ESPN, Mike Breen, shared insights from his career in sports media during a discussion with the students.
Exclusive Excursions
Marist's Center for Sports Communication offers students unique opportunities to embark on once-in-a-lifetime trips. Recently, a group of Sports Communication students attended Media Week for Super Bowl LX, where they connected with professionals, conducted interviews, and produced live, multi-platform coverage of the biggest event in sports.
The Center for Sports Communication provides cutting-edge opportunities for students to learn first-hand from industry experts. Meet with top-tier journalists and reporters, conduct sports research with the Marist Poll, attend exclusive events, produce content for the Red Fox Report, and discuss important industry topics like race and gender in sports.
Develop Your Sports Communication Portfolio
Sports Communication students at Marist are uniquely positioned with access to a wide range of hands-on opportunities as part of your academic experience. Not only does the Sports Communication concentration require an internship to ensure your success post-graduation, but we work closely with you to determine the best on- or off-campus experience for your interests. You’ll have access to:
Through hands-on learning and real-world experiences, you'll develop the skills and confidence to tell compelling stories, inform audiences, and make an impact in the field of Sports Communication. Student Learning Outcomes >
Develop skill and confidence in public presentation environments, from running meetings to presenting at conferences.
You will be able to produce stories for all forms of media, including but not limited to print, digital, visual, and audio production.
Develop your reporting, writing, and editing skills.
Learn to do informed research in order to produce knowledgeable stories.
Through interactions with various sports industry professionals, you'll be able to facilitate relationships and build a personal network.
Develop a multifaceted and diverse approach to sports communication through examining areas such as social media, public relations, organizational communication and interpersonal communication.
Marist's sports communication concentration teaches students how to report on, analyze, produce, and communicate about sports across various platforms. Sports Communication students study topics such as sports reporting, broadcasting, and public relations, along with an introduction to journalism and issues in sports media. Students develop skills in writing, multimedia production, research, public presentation, and media strategy. View Full Curriculum >
Marist students gain sports broadcasting experience through various hands-on opportunities and internships. Marist Sports Communication students can produce NCAA Division I games in the ESPN Control Room for ESPN3 and ESPN+, create sports podcasts, contribute to the student-run sports publication Center Field, and complete required internships that provide professional industry experience.
Colleges with strong sports communication programs often provide direct access to industry professionals, broadcasting opportunities, and relationships with major sports media organizations. Marist University offers extensive hands-on production experience for students through its ESPN Control Room, opportunities to visit ESPN studios, and access to sports media professionals through the Center for Sports Communication, including programs featuring ESPN industry leaders and journalists.
Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its students through unique and personalized combinations of coursework and experience in and out of the classroom. These experiences provide valuable personal growth and occupational expertise to reflect students' individual passions.
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