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Mike Damergis is a Senior Lecturer at Iona University and serves as the Coordinator of the Sports Communication & Media Graduate Program. He teaches courses in broadcast media, radio production, sports broadcasting, and digital media production. His academic and professional work focuses on bridging sports media with documentary filmmaking and historical storytelling.
- MS, Iona University (2006)
- BA, Iona University (1989)
His research and creative work centers on sports media history, documentary filmmaking, and the intersection of sports communication with broader cultural narratives. His projects often explore professional sports leagues, athlete biographies, and the evolution of media technologies in broadcasting.
Damergis has authored and produced several influential works, including documentaries and historical analyses. His 2023 film My Best Friend the Baby Snatcher and 2022 documentary Smyrna: Paradise is Burning highlight his focus on storytelling through visual media. Earlier works like the 2013 film Mabel's Dressing Room demonstrate his interest in entertainment history and silent film era.
Scientific Awards:
- Cannes World Award (Documentary)
- Advisor of the Year for WICR, Iona University (2015)
- Best Historical Film (2022)
- Nominated for Best Video of the Year (2014)
Damergis has contributed extensively to sports broadcasting, serving as a producer and anchor for Sirius-XM's Fantasy Sports Radio and as a game-day producer for the New York Giants and WFAN. His work has been cited in multiple publications, including Jeff Pearlman's Football for a Buck and K. Adam Powell's biography of Lyman Bostock.
