Mission Statement

The Sport Management Alliance is a student-run organization committed to providing its members with professional experiences, network connections, and the skill-set necessary to fill the future leadership roles in the sport industry.

"Success is a journey, not a destination. The doing is often more important than the outcome."

-Arthur Ashe

frequently asked questions

Q: Do I have to be a Sport Management Major to be a part of the Sport Management Alliance?

A: Nope! Anyone who is interested in a career in sports should consider joining SMA. This past year, besides Sport Management, we had members who majored in General Business, Statistics, Marketing, and Finance.

Q: What happens if I don't pay my dues?

A: Members may not travel or apply for positions if they have not paid the annual dues. You'll certainly miss out on the great opportunities offered through SMA.

Q: Who has the opportunity to attend Mega Events and Networking Trips?

A: The answer is anyone! All members are encouraged to apply for Mega Events and attend Networking Trips. Members who are active and show a passion and drive to their future career and our organization have the best chance of being selected to attend. Check out our Events and Travel pages for details about how many members have attended different Events.

Q: Who has the opportunity to serve on the Executive Board? Is it just upperclassmen?

A: Everyone has an opportunity to apply for the Executive Board. The most involved, qualified, and leader-ready individuals are chosen from the field of candidates, but we want to ensure these are our best representatives, so there is no restriction on who can apply. The 2019-20 Executive Board was made up of 3 seniors, 4 juniors, and 3 sophomores. The current 2020-21 roster is made up of 3 seniors, 3 juniors, and 1 sophomore. All members may submit applications for the Executive Board when they are available each February and March.

Q: Do I have to attend the monthly meetings?

A: Attendance at our monthly meetings is strongly encouraged, but not mandatory (we understand life gets in the way). However, we always bring in great speakers, who can be your connection into the industry; share details on our exciting upcoming events — so you definitely do not want to miss out.