Sports play a vital and growing role in our society and world – from business to education to health and wellness. The Mike Cleary Program in Sports Studies helps you develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to become a leader in a sports-related career of your choice.
Graduates of our program will be mindful that sports and sport-related professions encompass all ages and all lifestyles, including the elite athlete, and will be prepared to work with, and for, diverse populations.
You'll receive in-depth preparation for careers in sports and sports-related positions like administration and management, coaching, fitness, wellness and recreation for diverse populations. After introductory courses, you’ll choose a track tailored to your career interests and goals (see tracks below).
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Cleveland is a sports hub with eight professional or independent athletic franchises (Cavs, Indians, Browns, Monsters, Gladiators, Captains, Crushers, and RubberDucks) as well as the Cleveland Sports Commission. This provides wide access to valuable internships as well as potential employment opportunities after graduation.
Students working in the SID develop valuable skills in broadcasting, writing, statistics, website management, photography, videography, graphic design, and social media. From day one, gain experience in the field covering your classmates as they compete for championships. SID alumni have gone on to work in the athletics communications field, as well as broadcast journalism, sales, marketing, and entertainment. This opportunity is open to all students eligible for work-study.