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 visit our application portal. If you are interested in learning more, reach out to Program Coordinator Dr. Sean Dahlin. Additionally, be sure to check out the opportunities offered by the CWU Department of Communication.
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)
Meet the Faculty
Dr. Sean Dahlin
Assistant Professor
Sean.Dahlin@cwu.edu
Dr. Brian McGladrey
Associate Professor
Brian.McGladrey@cwu.edu
Dr. Rory A. Weishaar
Associate Professor
Rory.Weishaar@cwu.edu
Dr. David Rolfe
Associate Professor
David.Rolfe@cwu.edu
Dr. Paul Ballard
Professor
Paul.Ballard@cwu.edu
Dr. Robert Perkins
Professor
Robert.Perkins@cwu.edu
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