Angela Lumpkin

Angela Lumpkin, Ph.D., is a Professor & Department Chair of Sport Management at Texas Tech University. She teaches courses including KIN 7305 College and University Teaching in Exercise Physiology, SPMT 5320 Sport Leadership, and SPMT 5345 Administration of Intercollegiate Athletics. Her research focuses on sport ethics, leadership, teaching effectiveness, and intercollegiate athletics.

• Education: Ph.D. in Sport History (1974), M.A. in Sport Administration (1972) from The Ohio State University, B.S.E. in Physical Education (1971) from University of Arkansas, M.B.A. (1989) from University of North Carolina

Her scholarly work emphasizes ethical leadership, student success, and pedagogical strategies in higher education. She has pioneered research on values-based leadership, self-determination theory, and technology integration in sports education.

Key trends in her publications include sport ethics, academic leadership, and pedagogical innovation in sport management and kinesiology.

• Scientific Awards: Chancellor’s Council Distinguished Teaching Award (2021-2022), Inclusive Excellence Award (2021), President’s Excellence in Teaching Award (2019), Distinguished Sport Management Educator Award (2018)

Lumpkin has mentored faculty and students, focusing on ethical climates in intercollegiate athletics, leadership education, and enhancing doctoral training in kinesiology.