The Sports Information and Media program is a 42-credit major that prepares you for
a career in sports media and/or public relations, including tasks relating to sportswriting,
sportscasting and job-rich "sports information" fields, among others.
The diverse curriculum you receive as a sports information and media major will give
you a solid foundation for a role within the sports media industry. With Duquesne
being positioned as a part of the NCAA Division I and inside a major sports city,
we are well equipped to provide you with the knowledge and experiential learning opportunities
to succeed in a sports-related field of your choosing.
Program Information
The Sports Information and Media program is a 42-credit major preparing you for careers
in sports media and public relations. Develop skills in sportswriting, sportscasting,
and diverse "sports information" fields. Gain a solid foundation for the sports media
industry.
You may have seen Daymond Kovaly, A’25, around College Hall during his time in the
Sports Information and Media program, but not many knew he was also The Duke mascot.
Balancing academics and athletics behind the scenes, Daymond used his time at Duquesne
to build a skill set that combined storytelling, fan engagement, and sports marketing.
Through the program, he gained experience in both the technical and creative sides
of sports communication. From working with Duquesne Athletics to coordinating mascot
appearances, he developed a deeper understanding of what it takes to make game day
memorable.
“The Sports Information and Media program gave me a strong foundation in both the
technical and creative sides of sports communication. Duquesne helped prepare me for
anything, and I felt like I was one step ahead thanks to the classes and experiences
I got to be part of during my time here,” he said.
Now serving as mascot coordinator for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds Soccer Club, a role
he began as a junior, Daymond credits his professors — especially Program Director
Robert Healy III — for pushing him to meet a higher standard.
Although there are some restrictions to whether you can minor in sports information
& media if you are a media major, those outside of the media department can easily
add this program to their graduation plan as a 18-credit minor.
"There is such a sense of comradery within my program. It feels like everyone
knows everyone, and having professors that help to facilitate our growth as both professionals
and people makes being a liberal arts student extremely worthwhile."
Luke HenneSports Information & Media student
Learning Outcomes
In addition to the Liberal Arts General Outcomes for all Undergraduate Degree
Areas, students in the B.A. in Sports Information and Media program will demonstrate
the following general competencies:
Industry strategies, systems and structures: Gain a solid understanding of the industry strategies, systems and structures
Understand and analyze trends, issues and challenges: Understand and analyze trends, issues and challenges involving media/content design
and delivery
Develop principals and skills necessitated by the industry: Develop principals and skills necessitated by the industry
Function within collaborative environments: Function within collaborative environments to implement project workflows
