Meet Our Research Faculty
At the University of Cincinnati, students have the opportunity to learn from top experts in their respective fields. Our faculty members are leading scholars who conduct cutting-edge research, providing students with practical and real-world insights into the dynamic and ever-evolving world of sports.
The expertise of our faculty members extends beyond academia, as they have established a strong network of sport industry professionals across the nation and organized successful community events in the Greater Cincinnati area. They have also secured nationally recognized grants and utilized their expertise to address practical issues that industry practitioners commonly face. Our faculty members are committed to making a meaningful impact in the field of sports administration, both inside and outside the classroom. Their diverse achievements reflect the caliber of education and research opportunities available to students in the program.
Be a part of our community and advance sport administration scholarship and practice.
Dr. Matt Huml Doctoral Program Coordinator
Dr. Wayne Black
Higher Education & College Athletics Management
Dr. Matt Huml
Employee Experiences & College Sport Industry
Sport Administration
My research interests examines employee experiences in the sports industry and academic experiences of college athletes, leveraging my background as a former athlete and advisor.
Dr. Jessica Murfree
Climate Change & Environmental Issues
Dr. Michael Odio
Internships, Nonstandard Labor, Career Development
Dr. Jason Simmons
Sport Consumer Behavior
Dr. Peyton Stensland
Socio-Cultural Aspects of Sport Communities