About
Mike Wells serves as a Lecturer at The Media School, Indiana University Bloomington, joining the full-time faculty in summer 2022 after three years as an adjunct instructor. His professional background spans two decades in sports journalism, including nine years at ESPN as the Indianapolis Colts' NFL Nation reporter where he contributed to ESPN.com, SportsCenter, NFL Live, and ESPN Radio, and covered the NBA for ten years across the St. Paul Pioneer Press and Indianapolis Star.
His educational foundation includes:
- Central Washington University, Ellensburg, Washington
Wells' research examines critical intersections of sports and media, emphasizing sports journalism ethics, broadcasting evolution, gender/racial dynamics in coverage, and social media's transformative impact on television news production. His work addresses how digital platforms reshape audience engagement and journalistic practices within sports ecosystems.
Professional recognition includes the Indiana Sportswriter of the Year award, reflecting excellence in sports coverage across multiple leagues including the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB during his tenure at major outlets like ESPN and The Associated Press.
- Indiana Sportswriter of the Year
While no formal student advisement or research grants are documented, Wells actively contributes to academic discourse through classroom instruction and serves on the Brownsburg School District board, demonstrating commitment to both education and community engagement.
