Minor in Sports Media

Study sports as culture, as communication, as an industry and as a social force.  

The minor in sports media at CMDI allows students to explore many aspects of one of the largest industries in the world. Harnessing the strength of CMDI’s academic departments as well as coursework from across campus, the minor teaches students to critically examine the role of sports media in society and offers insight into many aspects of the sports media industry such as sports journalism and sports media relations. The goal of the minor is to take the student's interest in sports and provide perspective on the sports media industry as well as opportunities to gain skills sports media practices.

  • Explore many aspects of one of the largest industries in the world
  • Study sports as a culture, as communication, as an industry and as a social force
  • Complement your undergraduate studies and skills with a minors

 

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Master the top skills employers look for in college hires: critical thinking and problem solving, teamwork and collaboration, professionalism and work ethic, and strong written and oral communication

 

Set yourself up for long-term success by developing leadership skills and becoming more tech and media savvy

 

Enhance your educational experience and personal growth by exploring a secondary area that you're passionate about

Academic Plan & Requirements

The sports media minor includes coursework from several of CMDI’s departments as well as other CU ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ academic departments. It is open to all undergraduate students at CU ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½. 

Our students explore a range of topics, including:

  • Sport for Social Justice
  • Gender, Sport and Culture
  • Sports Broadcasting

Students who minor in journalism may not use the same JRNL courses for the JRNL minor and for the sports and media minor.

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