UC SPAD Program

Our focus is preparing students for careers in the sport industry. Housed within the School of Human Services, we are unified in making #RealWorld connections.

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

Thrilled to be ranked as the No. 1 online Sport Administration master's program in North America by @SportBusiness. A testament to our students, faculty, and support staff in @UC_CECH and UC Online.

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

Faculty Spotlight of the Week: Dr. Matt Huml

Dr. Huml has been on faculty for seven years. His research examines employee behaviors and human resources development within the context of college sport.

#UCSportAdministration #Bearcats #FacultySpotlight #SportBusiness

[Dr. Dave Kelley-UC; CMAA @DrKelleyUC]

Check out my latest article in Coach and Athletic Director Magazine on fundraising diversification and the real-world examples being used by University of Cincinnati Sport Administration Program Alumni! @UC_SPAD @coach_ad @OHADNewsHS @FrontOfficeU

https://t.co/CHFkUzXTC0

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

UC SPAD & EXSC recently wrapped their two-week trip to Japan 🇯🇵 , where students and faculty visited Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences, Hosei University, the Tokyo Skytree, and so many more historic and beautiful sites.

Visit @UC_SPAD on IG for more 📸

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

Another one‼️

Congratulations, Kyle Longworth (Class of 2019), the newest AD at Springboro High School.

#BearcatsInSports #UCSportAdmin #CradleofAthleticDirectors🐻

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

Faculty Spotlight of the Week: Dr. Lamont Williams ✨

Dr. Williams wears many hats — educator, researcher, strategist, tech advisor, and Founder/CEO. His research specializes in critical studies, athlete activism, legal discourse, and fashion.

#UCSportAdministration #Bearcats

[Dr. Dave Kelley-UC; CMAA @DrKelleyUC]

Thrilled to be hosting the Cincinnati Summer Athletic Director Summit on the UC Campus June 15 & 16! Will also be providing a special
presentation on “Fundraising Reimagined” and how to diversify revenue streams!
Register here by clicking the link!
https://t.co/CgoyCufr0h

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

Faculty Spotlight of the Week: Prof. Rachael Rexroat

Prof. Rexroat joined the SPAD faculty in the Fall of 2024, bringing an impressive background as a former collegiate coach, sport administrator, and student-athlete!

#UCSportAdministration #Bearcats #FacultySpotlight

[Athletic Director’s Summit @Cincy_ADSummit]

Less than a month to go until the AD Summit 👀🔥 are you ready?!

Learn from top athletic leaders, earn a CoL, be a part of the first public tour of UC's brand new Sheakley Facility, and level up your game with people who get it.

Register now: https://t.co/xhorFWE4UD

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

𝙃𝙄𝙍𝙀𝘿 ‼️

Jacob Rossi (Class of '23) is the newest PE Teacher and Athletic Director at Corpus Christi Catholic School.

#BearcatsInSports #UCSportAdmin #CradleofAthleticDirectors🐻

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

UC SPAD is in Japan 🇯🇵

Our 2026 study abroad trip is now underway. Head over to the program's IG page (@UC_SPAD) to follow the two-week adventure.

First stop: Tokyo (after the 13.5 hour flight 😨).

[Athletic Director’s Summit @Cincy_ADSummit]

Speaker Spotlight 🎤
Dr. David Kelley (CMAA), University of Cincinnati
Session: Fundraising Reimagined
Learn how to build multiple revenue streams. Implement practical, scalable strategies for long-term program success‼️

📍 June 15–16
🔗 Register now: https://t.co/xhorFWECKb

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

Faculty Spotlight of the Week: Dr. Monyae Williamson-Gourley

Fun fact: She served as the SID for JU WBB during its first-ever NCAA Tournament run. The Dolphins met South Carolina in the first round, where Coach Yo introduced Dr. WG to Coach Staley.

#UCSportAdministration

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

𝙃𝙄𝙍𝙀𝘿❗

Huge congrats to our program alum, Kyle Sasala (Class of 2018 & 2019), on accepting the role of Athletic Director at GlenOak High School!

#BearcatsInSports #UCSportAdmin #CradleofAthleticDirectors🐻

[OHSAA Sports @OHSAASports]

Ohio ADs—join us June 15–16 at UC for the Athletic Director Summit.

In partnership with Indian Hill.
🎟 Early Bird: $249 (ends May 8)
Code: EARLYBIRD

Register: https://t.co/1fKRSazZQR

Event Partners: Motiv & Sorinex

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐃!

Congratulations, Matt, the newest AD at Eastwood Middle School/High School.

#BearcatsInSports #UCSportAdmin #CradleofAthleticDirectors🐻

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

Faculty Spotlight of the Week: Dr. Natalie Bunch

Focused on culture, mental health, and meaningful change in sport.

#UCSportAdministration #Bearcats

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

UC SPAD undergrads presented research with faculty this semester 👏Sabine Verhaak (with Dr. Huml) explored college sport culture, and Tricia Roth (with Dr. Bunch) examined sport betting behavior among NCAA staff, finding 1 in 5 male participants show signs of problem gambling.

[Dr. Dave Kelley-UC; CMAA @DrKelleyUC]

I’m thankful to my @UC_SPAD students for selecting me for the Golden Apple 🍏 Award for Excellence in Teaching & Student–Faculty Relations. And thanks to @UC_CECH Dean Lisa Huffman
for the formal recognition.

[Brian Phelps @bphelps_IH]

School athletics is evolving. That's why Indian Hill and UC Online are bringing together ADs and sports innovators for the AD SUMMIT 2026, powered by Motiv 🏅

📣 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS END MAY 1ST
🎟️ Reserve your spot today:
https://t.co/iVJ1LMWx6n

[UC SPAD Program @UC_SPAD]

Faculty Spotlight of the Week: Dr. Jason Simmons

From teaching sport marketing to leading study abroad experiences, he creates opportunities that go beyond the classroom.

#UCSportAdministration #Bearcats