SRU Sport Management

SRU Sport Management Welcome to the official page of Slippery Rock University's Sport Management program! The program services about 150 students each academic year.

Here we will be posting updates and news about the major and the sport industry. Slippery Rock University began it's nationally, and internationally, recognized Sport Management program in 1977. Slippery Rock Sport Management students are exposed to a thorough curriculum covering the various aspects of the sport industry. The program provides students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge

through experiences outside the traditional class setting. Each student is required to complete four practicum, one internship, 120 volunteer hours and attend one conference during their time at Slippery Rock. Also, each year during spring break, an international program is offered solely for Sport Management students. During these periods Sport Management students have visited various locations in Europe and South America. The program was most recently the first recipient of the COSMA accreditation. Sport Management Department Program Level Student Outcomes

The Sport Management faculty has established seven program outcomes for the undergraduate program that are implemented on a daily basis inside and outside the classroom. These program outcomes are an extension of the mission statement and connect to the university’s outcomes. In order to achieve our mission, these outcomes are assessed using a variety of direct and indirect performance indicators

1. Communication
Use communication skills with individuals and groups; disseminate information in a variety of oral, written and electronic formats to diverse populations such as customers, clients, employees and managers.

2. Personal and Professional Decision Making
Apply critical and creative thinking skills to solve problems and make managerial decisions through the integration of theory and practice.

3. Continuing Ethical and Legal Practices
Promote ethical behavior and apply legal principles that exceed the expectations of the sport industry.

4. Practical and Theoretical Competence
Utilize current theoretical and practical research to develop sport management competencies that can be applied to the sport industry.

5. Professional Development
Foster professional development through participation in professional organizations, practical experiences and volunteer activities.

6. Diversity
Value diverse social and cultural environments and their impact on self-awareness and self concept.

7. International
Function effectively in the international and global market place

Standing ovation for one of our recent alums, Dari Sakhanova, honored in NYC at the US Open. Sakhanova, who was named th...
09/09/2026

Standing ovation for one of our recent alums, Dari Sakhanova, honored in NYC at the US Open. Sakhanova, who was named the 2025-26 Arthur Ashe Jr. Leadership and Sportsmanship Award honoree for NCAA Division II women’s tennis in May, officially accepted the award as part of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s Aug. 29 Leadership Awards Luncheon and Ceremony.

The prestigious award is presented annually to just one male and one female tennis student-athlete from each level of collegiate competition. The award, which dates back to 1982, is presented to the men’s and women’s national student-athletes who have exhibited outstanding sportsmanship and leadership, as well as scholastic, extracurricular and tennis achievements. To read the full release: https://rockathletics.com/news/2026/9/2/womens-tennis-sakhanova-receives-ashe-leadership-and-sportsmanship-award.aspx

Facilities, media relations, ticketing, parking, operations, promotions, president’s tent, beer garden, filming, cheerin...
08/27/2026

Facilities, media relations, ticketing, parking, operations, promotions, president’s tent, beer garden, filming, cheering, playing, and much more. Team effort by SM students on a gorgeous opening night at SRU Football and the white out.

Finished up at the AEMA Conference with a stop at the Cincinnati Open and Ohio State University Athletics, including a t...
06/18/2026

Finished up at the AEMA Conference with a stop at the Cincinnati Open and Ohio State University Athletics, including a tour of the football facility and basketball arena, and a surprise visit with three-time basketball gold medalist Katie Smith. O.H! 🏀🔥🏈🔥🎾

Carter Isett, Jordan Johnson, and Zack Proshen taking in the Athletic Equipment Managers Association Conference (AEMA) i...
06/15/2026

Carter Isett, Jordan Johnson, and Zack Proshen taking in the Athletic Equipment Managers Association Conference (AEMA) in Cincinnati that includes lunch, networking, and professional development on the Ohio River! Sun time, fun time in extending their comfort zone. The Front Porch to the South.

Congratulations Dari!
05/18/2026

Congratulations Dari!

WISE Collegiate Member Spotlight ✨ Dari Sakhanova!

Dari, a Slippery Rock University grad, will soon begin an internship with the Avanza Sports for the Rafa Nadal Tennis Camp as an Assistant Project Manager, and will then transition to graduate school.

She says, "I joined WISE at SRU as a freshman, and the most valuable thing I found was the community. Being surrounded by powerful women leaders in sports shaped me professionally and personally. Also, it gave me a huge believe in myself that if I work hard and have a right mindset, I can become as one of the speakers, who presented themselves during our club meetings. WISE is truly exceptional professional development where you build not only a network, but lifelong mentorships and friendships where everyone genuinely wants to see you succeed. Also, I have a deep appreciation for how WISE Pittsburgh supports university chapters and helped me to think outside of the box, as well as get more exposure on Sports Industry! No matter where I go, I will always be proud to be part of WISE and will join local professional chapter!"

Congratulations, Dari!

Batch #2. 💚our 🪨🎓
05/09/2026

Batch #2. 💚our 🪨🎓

Batch number 1 from the 2026 SRU Commencement. Shoutout to Curtis Johnston who couldn’t be with us today. 💚our 🪨🎓
05/09/2026

Batch number 1 from the 2026 SRU Commencement. Shoutout to Curtis Johnston who couldn’t be with us today. 💚our 🪨🎓

More to come… Class of 2026!
05/09/2026

More to come… Class of 2026!

Many congratulations to Dari and Lily and their tennis & lacrosse teammates for earning PSAC Championships over the week...
05/04/2026

Many congratulations to Dari and Lily and their tennis & lacrosse teammates for earning PSAC Championships over the weekend. True scholar athletes. If you need a study break this week SRU Baseball will host a game on Wednesday, May 6th in their PSAC Championship on our campus. Senior Darryn Callahan and Max Bernadowski would welcome your support, weather permitting. Good luck to everyone on finals, presentations, and projects! 🏆🔥📚

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