Sports Information and Media

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.

Program Type

Major

Degree

Bachelor's

School

McAnulty College and Graduate School of Liberal Arts

Academic Department

Media

Duration

4-year

Required Credit Hours

42

Building Game Day Leaders

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.
Daymond Kovaly wearing graduation robe with Duke mascot attire.

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Program Requirements

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  • MDIA 140 Media Literacy
  • MDIA 260 Media Design
  • MDIA 465W Media Ethics
  • MDIA 473 Media Law
  • ADPR 243 Public Relations in Strategic Media
  • ADPR 303W Social Media & Digital Marketing
  • JOUR 177 Language for Journalists (0 credits)
  • JOUR 200W Multiplatform Newsroom I
  • JOUR 380 Sports Reporting I: Sportscasting
  • JOUR 381W Sports Reporting II: Sportswriting
  • SPTS 434 Media & Sports
  • SPTS 436 Sports Media Practices
  • 3 media electives

Minor in Sports Information & Media

 
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.
Professional headshot of Luke Henne, Duquesne student

"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 Henne Sports Information & Media student