Amateur Sport Research Center
Our scope
Mission
To foster collaborative research opportunities built upon the overarching focus of amateur sport.
Focus
On a multitude of issues and questions surrounding the subject of amateur sport provide an array of interdisciplinary and inter-university research possibilities.
Vision
By conducting forward-thinking empirical research, the center seeks to produce impactful knowledge for academic scholars and industry leaders alike.
Collaborations & Services
- The Dr. Marlene Mawson Scholar Series was established through the generous gifts of former University of Kansas professor and administrator, Marlene Mawson. The Scholar Series serves as an opportunity to bring established scholars from the field to share their knowledge and experience with the KU campus.
- The ASRC works with small colleges and universities to help better understand and improve the student-athlete experience
- Numerous professionals in the field of amateur sport are brought to campus each year to speak with KU students about their work and discuss potential industry collaborations
Research Team
Dr. Jordan R. Bass
Chair, Department of Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences, Professor
Brian S. Gordon
Professor, Program Director, Online Master’s Program - Sport Management
Opportunities for Students & Fellow Researchers
The center will aim to adhere to its mission through several primary areas: research, national sport management conferences, and monthly colloquiums.
Testing Capabilities & Equipment
By conducting amateur sport research, the center strives to foster an environment of innovative, collaborative, and interdisciplinary research that produces impactful knowledge as recognized by both academic scholars and industry experts. We define amateur sport as those who participate and govern at the youth, recreational, local, national, international, and intercollegiate levels.