Third Annual Rod Anderson Sport and Recreation Management Symposium set for this evening
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Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) proudly hosts the 3rd Annual Rod Anderson Sport and Recreation Management Symposium on March 2, 2026, featuring a keynote address by Dr. Jason Pappas of Florida State University (FSU). The Symposium brings global and local sport industry expertise to students, faculty, administrators, and the community to highlight the power of sport in our region. Earlier in the day, sports and recreation students will engage in hands-on, immersive learning experiences with Dr. Pappas. Later, his keynote will offer expert insight into current trends in athletic administration and how they influence athletics at all levels.
As a highly respected sport management expert and accomplished educator from FSU, Dr. Pappas contributes significantly to the industry’s future. He has received numerous honors for his dedication. His unwavering commitment to transformative learning as the Sport Management Internship Program coordinator surpasses academia. He facilitates immersive learning, enhancing students’ understanding of the field’s complexities, and equipping them with invaluable insights to bolster their careers. Dr. Pappas is also the co-author of Masters of the Game, a book that explores the journeys of sports executives. He integrates these narratives into his teaching to prepare students for leadership in the sport industry.
Dr. Pappas’ inspiring career spans professional sport and higher education. He has worked with the NFL’s Carolina Panthers and held leadership roles in athletic academic support at the University of South Carolina and the University of Southern California. Additionally, he has collaborated with renowned coaches Bobby Bowden, Lou Holtz, Steve Spurrier, and Pete Carroll. These experiences make Dr. Pappas’ perspective is especially relevant to today’s sport industry. He embodies the excellence this symposium stands for.
