Dr. John Singer

Associate Professor

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Biography

John Singer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sport Management at Texas A&M University. He previously served as an Assistant Professor in Sport Management at James Madison University. Singer's research primarily focuses on diversity and systemic oppression in the context of race and racism, particularly as it relates to sport, education, and society. His notable work includes the book 'Race, Sports, Education: Improving Opportunities and Outcomes for Black Male College Athletes,' published by Harvard Education Press in 2019. He has also contributed articles to numerous academic journals and served on editorial boards for journals such as the Journal of Sport Management and Sociology of Sport Journal. In addition to his academic pursuits, Dr. Singer has gathered extensive practical experience in the sports industry, including serving as a golf caddie and as an official for interscholastic and intercollegiate basketball. He is involved in promoting diversity and inclusion through various initiatives and has received several awards for his contributions to the field. Dr. Singer is also active in leadership roles within academic and professional organizations related to sport management.

Research Interests

Diversity in Sport Systemic Oppression Race and Racism in Sport Sport Management

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-09-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Sport Management.

Assistant Professor

2015-09-01 — 2019-08-31

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

Conducted research and taught in Sport Management.

Awards

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Montague Scholar-Center Teaching Excellence Award

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NASSM Diversity Award

Courses

KINE319: Soc Sport KINE336: Diversity Sport Orgs KINE485: Directed Studies: In-absentia KINE655: Recreational Sports Law KINE681: Seminar KINE683: Practicum Kinesiology KINE684: Professional Internship SPMT217: Foundation Sport Management SPMT319: Soc Sport SPMT336: Diversity Sport Orgs SPMT613: Diversity & Ethics Sport SPMT681: Seminar SPMT682: Seminar SPMT683: Practicum Sport Management SPMT684: Internship Sport Management SPMT685: Directed Studies

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.