Student Profiles
MS in Sports Management, Kinesiology
Hometown:
Guangzhou
Academic Background:
Indiana University Bloomington Bachelor's degree of Sport Marketing
Topics of interest/research:
Sportr Management
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- n/a
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
The high reputation of college athletic and great alumni network in sport industry.
Hometown:
China
Academic Background:
Bachelor's Degree in Business and Marketing Education
Master's Degree in Sport Management
Topics of interest/research:
Figure Skating Programs
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- Chiller Ice Rink
- OSU Ice Rink
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
Passion for winter sports.
Hometown:
Goldfield, IA
Academic Background:
I got my Bachelors at the University of Iowa where I studied English and English Education.
Topics of interest/research:
I am not doing any research.
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- I am a Graduate Assistant for Satellite Facilities with Recreational Sports as well as an Event Management Intern with Athletics.
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
Initially what brought me to this program was my Graduate Assistantship with Recreational Sports. Having no background in sports, I really had no idea what I was in for. However, I have come to learn that I love OSU and all of the people I have met here. The highlight of this degree is definitely all of the connections I have made as well as all of the opportunities I have had since moving here.
Hometown:
Elk River, Minnesota
Academic Background:
Undergrad: Bachelor of Science at Minnesota State University, Mankato
Topics of interest/research:
Sports Psychology, Sports Coaching, Sports Marketing, Health and Wellness/Nutrition, Nursing
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- Dean's List 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 at Minnesota State University (Undergrad)
- Two-time WCHA Scholar Athlete
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
Wanting to gain greater insight into management of sports and business. I feel as though this is a great skill to have in growth in leadership and knowledge of the functioning of a business. I wanted to purse this degree at OSU because OSU displays excellence in all areas and that is something I also stand for, I also have been gifted with the opportunity to play hockey here as well.
Hometown:
Tampa, Florida
Academic Background:
BS Public Health/ Minor in Nutrition
ACE Group Fitness Instructor
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Topics of interest/research:
Health and Wellness, Recreational Sports
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- Group Fitness Graduate Assistant with Rec Sports
- Event Management Intern with Athletics
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
I hold a graduate assistantship with Recreational Sports, Group Fitness. I am so happy I can study with such a great program while getting experience in a field that I plan to work in after graduation. Not only can I get experience with one of the best recreation programs in the country, but I also get the unique experience of interning with athletics and being a part of Buckeye game days.
Hometown:
Naperville, IL
Academic Background:
BS in Education, Sport Industry from Ohio State University
BS in Human Development and Family Science from Ohio State University
Topics of interest/research:
Collegiate Athletics and Coaching
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- 2023 NCAA DI Rowing Elite 90 Award
- University Fellowship
- Ohio State Athletics Event Management Intern
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
I had an amazing experience as an undergrad at Ohio State and was presented with the opportunity to continue my education to earn my masters here and couldn't turn it down. Ohio State and Columbus have a multiple of opportunities to work with, network with, and experience all levels of sports, along with great faculty members and a supportive athletic department!
Hometown:
Cloverdale, British Columbia, Canada
Academic Background:
Current: Masters of Science in Kinesiology, Sport Management
Completed: Bachelor of Science in Sport Industry, Minors in Education & HDFS (GPA: 3.94)
Graduated with Summa Cum Laude honours
Topics of interest/research:
Sport Coaching, Sports Administration, Sport Marketing
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
Academic Highlights:
- College of Education and Human Ecology Dean's List Recipient, 2020-2023
- Ohio State Scholar Athlete Recipient, 2020-2023
- Academic All B1G Ten, 2021-2023
- WCHA All-Academic Team, 2021-2023
- WCHA Scholar Athlete, 2021-2023
- B1G Ten Distinguished Scholar Athlete, 2022
Internship Highlights:
- Interned at Leslie Global Sports from May 2022 to August 2022. Worked to coach ice hockey players aged 9-16 to improve overall fitness and hockey skills. Assisted with marketing needs such as editing blogs and websites to increase engagement, as well as running numerous social media pages.
Athletic Highlights:
- Division I, Varsity Women's Ice Hockey Student-Athlete. A member of the teams first WCHA Playoff Conference championship (2020), the programs first ever National Championship (2022) and the programs first ever WCHA Regular Season Championship title (2023). As a player, was named a Women's Ice Hockey ACHA All-American (2023) and was named a top 10 finalist for the Patty Kazmaier award (2023).
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
I was drawn towards the Masters of Science in Kinesiology, Sport Management program after completing my undergraduate degree majoring in Sport Industry. I have always had a passion for all sports but specifically ice hockey, and it is a goal of mine to one day work for a professional teams organization doing sports administration work behind the scenes and possibly becoming a coach and future educator one day.
I could not see my future without sport in it, and that is a huge reason why I chose to stay at Ohio State to further both my academic and athletic career as a student-athlete.
Hometown:
Columbus, Ohio
Academic Background:
Ohio University
College of Business
Class: 2023
Bachelors of Sport Management
Minor: Finance
Topics of interest/research:
Sport Management
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- Marketing Assistant for the Department of Athletics
- Former Advance/Porter Wright Sport Law and Development Intern
- Former Ohio University Men’s Basketball Student Manager
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
I believe that The Ohio State University will help me reach the professional goals I have set for myself by providing me with a strong network and a variety of opportunities to gain knowledge and experience within the sport industry. A highlight of this degree is that I’m receiving guidance from some of the best in the sport industry along with OSU alum that were in my same position at one point.
Hometown:
Boynton Beach, Florida
Academic Background:
I graduated from The Ohio State University in May of 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Education (Sport Industry Specialization). During my time as an undergraduate student I also pursued a Minor in Communications as well as a Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Topics of interest/research:
Marketing, Athlete Development, and Community Relations
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- The Ohio State University Department of Athletics: Marketing Intern
- Ohio State Sports Properties: Gameday Intern
- Pro Volleyball Federation’s Columbus Fury: Marketing Assistant
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
Ohio State has always been the school for me, and I could not pass up the opportunity to become a double Buckeye. Throughout my undergraduate journey I made countless connections with not only my professors, advisors, and peers, but with the city of Columbus as a whole. I look forward to continue learning and growing my knowledge in the field and fully believe that Ohio State will prepare me for a successful career in the sport industry.
Hometown:
Pacific Palisades, California
Academic Background:
BA Journalism - Ohio State
Topics of interest/research:
Sports Management and Sports Marketing
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- Ohio State Student-Athlete - Captain
- Ken Dunlap Man of the Year Award Winner
- Wasserman Intern
- Fox Sports Intern
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
I was drawn to this program because of my desire to work in the sports industry. My goal is to work in sports marketing or sports management. I enjoy connecting sports teams and fans with brands. Learning the details of sports management would allow my goals to come to fruition.
Hometown:
Delaware, OH
Academic Background:
Bachelor's from The Ohio State University
Topics of interest/research:
Marketing/ Community Relations
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- Marketing and Fan Experience Intern with The Ohio State University Athletic Department.
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
I wanted one more year at my favorite place. The teachers are awesome and create a family atmosphere in class.
Hometown:
Prague, The Czech Republic
Academic Background:
BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics (The Ohio State University SP23)
Currently in MS Kinesiology, Sport Management (The Ohio State University)
Topics of interest/research:
As a both collegiate and national team rower, I am interested to work within an athletic department. Although I am still considering my options, specific areas of interest would be coaching, performance nutrition, compliance, or assisting international student-athletes in visa-related matters and tax filling aspects.
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
Since my enrollment at OSU, I have been on Dean's list every semester and managed to maintain high GPA despite the busy schedule as a D1 rower. Throughout the years, I have received several awards such as Scholar Athlete, Academic All-Big Ten, Big Ten Distinguished Scholar, CRCA Scholar Athlete, won with my team Big Ten Championship in 2022, and successfully represented our program at NCAAs. Currently, I am using my last year of eligibility to compete for the OSU Women's Rowing Team while being an intern for OSU Camps and Clinics Department.
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
Great highlight of this degree at OSU is that it connects its students very closely to the Ohio State Athletic Department, which offers an exceptional network opportunity.
Hometown:
Macedonia
Academic Background:
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Sport Industry,
Minor in Business, and Media Production
Aug 2019 - May 2023
Topics of interest/research:
Sports Administration, Sports Marketing, Education
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- n/a
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
After obtaining my undergraduate degree at Ohio State I was very excited to continue to learn about sports management at an amazing program like the one we have here. I look forward to continue to build connections and grow my network, as well as taking advantage of all the opportunities OSU has to offer.
Hometown:
Columbus, OH
Academic Background:
BS Sports Management from Pennsylvania Western University - California
Topics of interest/research:
Anything sports related
Selected Publications/Presentations/Awards/Achievements/Internship:
- n/a
What brought you to this program? What is a highlight of this degree at OSU?
I wanted to come back home for grad school. I have family ties to the university as my mom is an Alumni. OSU has a lot to offer academically and the connections made here are priceless.