The Indiana State University main campus adjoins the north side of Terre Haute’s downtown business district and covers more than 190 acres in the heart of the city. Varsity soccer and baseball fields are located within a mile of the main campus along the Wabash River. Memorial Stadium, the site of NCAA Division IAA football games, is located on Wabash Avenue, two miles east of the main campus.
The field campus is an outdoor teaching, learning, and research area designed to accommodate educati
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Indiana State University was created
on December 20,1865, pursuant to an Indiana statute, and was originally known
as the Indiana State Normal School. Its primary mission was to prepare teachers
for the common schools of Indiana. Indiana State Normal School awarded its
first baccalaureate degrees in 1908; master’s degrees were granted in 1928; and
the first doctor of philosophy degrees were awarded in 1968.
ISU is governed by a Board of
Trustees composed of nine persons appointed by the Governor of the State of
Indiana. Two of the nine are nominated for consideration by the Governor, by
the Alumni Board of the University, and one of the nine, a student member,
isappointed by the Governor from nominations submitted by the Student
GovernmentAssociation’s Search and Screen Committee.
The University is administered by a
president, who reports to the Board of Trustees as the University’s chief
executive officer. The campus is organized into four broad operations areas:
academic affairs; business and finance; enrollment management, marketing, and
communications; and student affairs. Each area is headed by a vice presidentwho
reports directly to the president.
ISU has six academic divisions, each
headed by a dean who reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic
Affairs. The divisions include the Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business;
Education; Nursing, Health, and Human Services; Technology; and the College of
Graduate and Professional Studies.
ISU offers associate, baccalaureate,
masters, specialist, and doctoral degrees. The University is accredited by the
Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and
Schools, http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org ,
312-263-0456. Academic programs across the colleges are accredited by more than
30 different agencies. In addition, the University holds institutional
membership in at least ten major national associations.
The basic Carnegie classification
for ISU is Doctoral/Research University. Institutions with this label offer a
wide range of baccalaureate programs and are committed to graduate education
through both masters and doctoral degrees.
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Indiana
State University Mission Statement
Indiana State University combines
a tradition of strong undergraduate and graduate education with a focus on
community and public service. We integrate teaching, research, and creative
activity in an engaging, challenging, and supportive learning environment to
prepare productive citizens for Indiana and the world.
Vision
Statement
Inspired by a shared commitment to
improving our communities, Indiana State University will be known nationally
for academic, cultural, and research opportunities designed to ensure the
success of its people and their work.
Values
Indiana Integrity
We demonstrate integrity through
honesty, civility, and fairness.
State Scholarship
We value high standards for
learning, teaching, and inquiry.
T Transforming
We foster personal growth within
an environment in which every individual matters.
R Responsibility
We uphold the responsibility of
university citizenship.
E Education
We provide a well-rounded
education that integrates professional preparation and study in the arts and
sciences with co-curricular involvement.
E Embrace Diversity
We embrace the diversity of
individuals, ideas, and expressions.
S Stewardship
We exercise the diversity of
individuals, ideas, and expressions.
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The Indiana State University main
campus adjoins the north side of Terre Haute’s downtown business district and
covers more than 190 acres in the heart of the city. Varsity soccer and
baseball fields are located within a mile of the main campus along the Wabash
River. Memorial Stadium, the site of NCAA Division IAA football games, is
located on Wabash Avenue, two miles east of the main campus.
The field campus is an outdoor
teaching, learning, and research area designed to accommodate educational
programs and services. The campus is located on a scenic 93 acre plot of land
approximately 18 miles east of Terre Haute in Brazil, Indiana and includes
eight man-made lakes
Master of Science in Sport Management This program requires 36 credits including an internship and research project.
Both the undergraduate and graduate programs have been approved by the Sport Management Review Council (SMRC) for the 20+ years and are the only approved programs in Indiana. Accreditation will be sought in the future with the Council on Sport Mnanagement Accreditation (COSMA). These programs are the oldest in the state of Indiana.
The graduate program is 100% Online. It is a generalist program preparing students to gain employment in a wide variety of sport management positions. Over 90% of the graduates have found employment in the sport management field.
Students have had internships with MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, WNBA, and motorsports, and many NCAA Division I Bowl and Championship programs at the collegiate level as well as Division II and III schools. Bachelor's in Sport Management The completing mthis program will have a major in sport management and a minor in business administration or marketing.Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport
Both the undergraduate and graduate programs have been approved by the Sport Management Review Council (SMRC) for the 20+ years and are the only approved programs in Indiana. They will be accredited in the future with the Council on Sport Mnanagement Accreditation (COSMA). These programs are the oldest in the state of Indiana.
The undergraduate program is linked to the College of Business through a minor in Business Administration or Marketing. The program also requires students to complete 300 practicum hours as well as a 600 hour internship.
Students have had internships with MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, WNBA, and motorsports, and many NCAA Division I Bowl and Championship programs at the collegiate level as well as Division II and III schools
| Name | Title | Employer |
| Matt Godbout |
Director of Sponsorships |
Indianapolis Colts |
The Indiana State University program prepared me very well for what I am doing today. The internship opportunity was the key for me to begin working in professional athletics. I strongly encourage future graduate students to look hard at Indiana State University. Since the program is online it is very flexible for the working professional.
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| Joe Dunn |
Director of Sales |
NCAA |
I was fortunate to play football at Indiana State University. I received my BS and MS in sport management from Indiaia State University. I gained a sound background in sport management and business administration. The faculty is student-friendly and experienced in sport management. The internship opportunities at both levelos where key to me gaining employment with the NCAA. Now that the master's program is online it is very convenient and flexible for the working professional earn his or her degree. I highly recommend Indiana State University's Sport Management program to future undergraduate and gtraduate students.
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| Name | Title | Employer | Class |
| Matt Godbout |
Director of Sponsorships |
Indianapolis Colts |
1998 |
| Joe Dunn |
Director of Sales |
NCAA |
1998 |
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