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Delve into the social context behind the sports industry and gain a comprehensive understanding of controversial issues and ethical implications for the industry, society, and athletes.
Course Description
In this dynamic and analytic course, we contemplate the profound influence that sports has on our society, the critical issues before it, and how beloved sports teams and iconic players can leverage their platforms to raise awareness and inspire action. The complex world of sports is fraught with societal challenges, including the historical context of race and gender, violence among players, performance-enhancing substances, recruitment ethics, college sports reform, and more. Led by a top UT Sport Management Instructor, we will explore how sports can become a catalyst for positive social transformation as students find solutions and become advocates for social justice.
Admissions Criteria
Completed Summer Discovery application
Program Outcomes
Disclaimer
Information subject to change as program updates come in for 2025!
Summer Discovery Certificate of Completion
After successfully finishing this course, you will be awarded a certification completion for your accomplishment.
*This is a preview, not what you will receive