Jeff Fellenzer

Jeff Fellenzer is a Professor of Journalism at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School. With over three decades of experience in sports management, news media, higher education, and entrepreneurship, he specializes in the intersection of sports, media, and technology. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including 'Sports, Business, and Media in Today’s Society' and co-teaches 'The Athlete, Sports Media and Popular Culture.' His research explores media’s portrayal of athletes and the tech industry’s impact on sports. Fellenzer has interviewed prominent figures like John Wooden, Jerry West, and Pete Carroll, and has been a Heisman Trophy voter since 2007.

Education & Affiliations: Affiliated with Journalism BA/MS programs at USC Annenberg. Active in both academic and industry roles.

Teaching Contributions: Courses include COMM 382, JOUR 350, and JOUR 510. His 'Sports and Media Technology' course (launched 2014) examines tech innovation in sports. Courses average 125 students annually.

Recognition: Featured in USC Annenberg’s 'Most Inspirational Professors' series (2014). His 'Weekly Wooden' segments honor basketball legend John Wooden’s teachings.

Publications: Authored/edited works include Fred Claire: My 30 Years in Dodger Blue (2012) and Never Make the Same Mistake Once (2011).