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Jeffrey Levine is an Associate Clinical Professor of Sport Business at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business, where he leads the Esports Business program and contributes to the Societal Impact Group. His work sits at the intersection of law, sport, sustainability, and human development, with a focus on equity, policy, and social impact in sport and esports.
Research Interests: His interdisciplinary scholarship spans legal and policy issues in sports, sustainability in sport management, esports industry dynamics, mental health through physical activity, and equity in collegiate sports, especially Title IX implications in esports. He advocates for a legal right to youth sport and play, drawing from human rights and public health frameworks.
The recent trends in his publications reflect a deep engagement with legal liability in college sports, post-pandemic sport policy, background checks for student-athletes, and ethical governance in professional and collegiate sports. His work appears in premier journals such as the Journal of Legal Aspects of Sport, Sport in Society, and Quinnipiac Law Review.
Scientific Awards and Recognition:
- 2022 SRLA Best Paper Award (Sport and Recreation Law Association)
- 2020 SRLA Fellow
- Lori K. Miller Young Professional Award (2020)
- ERASMUS+ Programme Grant for Sustainable Sport Management
Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, Levine frequently collaborates with junior scholars and practitioners. He has secured external funding such as the ERASMUS+ grant and has advised on policy development in youth sport and collegiate equity. His editorial service includes roles at the Journal of Legal Aspects of Sport, Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics, and Journal of Global Sport Management.
Labs and Teams: Levine leads Drexel’s Esports Business initiative and is a key member of the Societal Impact Group at LeBow College of Business. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects related to sustainable sport, Title IX in esports, and mental health through sport. His research group often includes colleagues from law, public health, and sport management fields.
