Sports Media and Communication
Sports Media and Communication
Turn your passion for sports into a winning career in media, storytelling, and strategy.
Drake’s Sports Media and Communication major prepares you to craft impactful sports stories across TV, digital, and social media while building expertise in research, content creation, and strategic projects that drive results. Thanks to strong partnerships in Des Moines, you’ll also gain hands-on experience and professional connections through opportunities working with Drake’s NCAA Division I Athletics programs, professional sports teams, and a variety of amateur sports and recreation organizations.
Degree Options and Requirements
Customize your path with a double major or dual degree in data analytics, marketing, graphic design, or Law 3+3 to expand your career opportunities.
Degree: Sports Media and Communication, Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Mass Communication (B.A.J.M.C.)
For a comprehensive list of courses required for the Sports Media and Communication program offered by the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, visit this page.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication, Drake is among 115 accredited programs worldwide.
Faculty
David Lubbers
Assistant Professor of Multimedia News Journalism
Former ESPN investigative feature producer and writer, and multi-award-winning sports journalist
david.lubbers@drake.edu
Mu He
Assistant Professor of Public Relations
mu.he@drake.edu
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