This session will feature panelists from several university programs that produce sports programming. The programs may come in the forms of sports segments in radio or television newscasts, weekly shows or specials. The program carriers vary from campus closed circuit to community cable to public broadcasting stations. Some universities have full fledged sports majors while other colleges include sports activities as part of a general broadcast major. The panelists will highlight their programs including how students, staff and faculty are involved in the process. The balancing act of how to both produce quality programing and provide students a positive learning experience at the same time will be discussed. Excerpts will be shared with the audience. The relationship between academics and the Athletic Department will also be considered. Moderator: Kenneth Fischer, University of Oklahoma Panelists: Mark Mattheis, Western Carolina University Suzy Smith, Ball State University Bobby Chastain, Purdue University - West Lafayette Colin Walker, Valdosta State University Todd Evans, Drake University
