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Dr. Heath Hooper serves as Dean of the College of Business and Tenured Professor of Sport Management at Shorter University. With 13 years at the institution, he holds a BS in Sport Studies from Reinhardt College, an MA in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University – Irvine, and a PhD in Education (Sport Management specialization) from North Central University.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Sport Studies, Reinhardt College
- Master of Coaching and Athletic Administration, Concordia University – Irvine
- PhD in Education (Sport Management), North Central University
Research & Professional Focus: Sport Management education, athletic administration, leadership development in higher education, and community engagement through sports. His work emphasizes practical applications of sport management principles in academic and organizational contexts.
Community & Professional Involvement:
- Chairman of the Board, Rome Floyd Chamber of Commerce
- Executive Board Member, Rome Commission on Children and Youth
- Board of Director’s Member, Commission of Sport Management Association (COSMA)
Teaching & Leadership: Teaches undergraduate and graduate sport management courses. Known for integrating real-world experience into curriculum through his background in college basketball coaching (Assistant Coach at Reinhardt University and Young Harris College).
Labs/Teams: Leads the College of Business academic programs and collaborates with sport management faculty to develop industry-relevant curricula.
