Earle F. Zeigler Lecture Award

The Earle F. Zeigler Lecture Award is the most prestigious NASSM award and may only be bestowed on an individual once over the course of their career. A specially-featured distinguished scholarly lecture by the Earle F. Zeigler Lecture Award recipient is delivered annually at the NASSM conference and printed in the Journal of Sport Management. Further details about the Earle F. Zeigler Lecture Award can be found in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• Qualifications for the Earle F. Zeigler Lecture Award can be found in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must abide by all qualifications and procedures as outlined in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must be sent via ExOrdo. You can create your account and submit award materials on ExOrdo (click here to visit ExOrdo).

Procedures for Nominations

1. Any NASSM member may nominate another NASSM member for consideration by submitting an e-mail to the Academic Chair.

2. If the nominee accepts the nomination, the nominator will submit a letter, not to exceed two (2) pages, to the nominee themselves to include with their award materials.

3. Nominations should be sent directly to the Academic Chair by e-mail by July 15.

4. Award committees may also nominate NASSM members via e-mail to the Academic Chair by July 15. Self-nominations are accepted.

5. Nominees may be of any faculty rank. There is no limit to the number of times a member may be nominated. Nominees may not be individuals presently serving on the NASSM Governing Board.

6. Nominations stand for only one year. If the nominee is not selected in that cycle, they must be renominated the following year.

Procedures for the Award Committee Chairperson

1. The Chairperson will set meetings, decision due dates, and ensure committee members have access to Ex Ordo materials by September 15.

2. The Chairperson shall oversee the selection of no more than three (3) nominees by the three voting members of the Award Nominating Committee.

3. The Chairperson shall submit a list of at least two (2) but no more than three (3) nominees to the Academic Chair for consideration by the Governing Board by November 1.

Procedures for the Nominee 

1. Nominees should register for and use Ex Ordo to submit the selection criteria materials by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

2. Confirm your NASSM membership is current and in good standing (Note: You must have a current membership to submit materials).

3. Nominees should also confirm that they have not previously received the award and are eligible to be awarded (see Procedures for Nominations).

Submission Process

1. Credentials should be submitted electronically via ExOrdo as one PDF document. 

2. Document name should be formatted as Surname_Award Name_year.pdf. Example: XXXX_ZEIGLER_2026.pdf

3. Credentials must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

Key Award Dates:

• By June 21 – Call for nominations sent by Marketing & Communications Committee by request of the Academic Chair.

• July 15 – Award Committee confirmed by the Academic Chair and President .

• July 15 - Nominations due via email to the Academic Chair.

• July 20 – Academic Chair notifies nominees when materials are due to upload to Ex Ordo.

• September 1 – Credentials uploaded to Ex Ordo by nominees.

• September 7 – Academic Chair assigns documents to the committees. Chairperson confirms the committee has materials and assigns a working timeline.

• By November 1 - Chairperson sends recommendations to Academic Chair.

• By November 15 – Governing Board votes on award recipient .

• By December 1 – Chairperson notifies awardees of outcome, alerts committee of results, copies the Academic Chair and President. 

• By December 15 – Academic Chair notifies Marketing & Communications Committee

2026 - Bob Heere, University of North Texas
2025 - Damon Andrew, Florida State University
2024 - Daniel Mason, University of Alberta
2023 - Marijke Taks, University of Ottawa
2022 - Larena Hoeber, University of Regina
2021 - (no recipient due to COVID-19)
2020 - Marlene Dixon, Texas A&M University
2019 - Jennifer McGarry, University of Connecticut
2018 - Dan Funk, Temple University
2017 - Jeffrey James, Florida State University
2016 - B. Christine Green, University of Illinois
2015 - Janet Fink, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
2014 - James Zhang, University of Georgia
2013 - George Cunningham, Texas A&M University
2012 - Alison Doherty, Western University
2011 - David Shilbury, Deakin University
2010 - Karen Danylchuk, Western University
2009 - Mary Hums, University of Louisville
2008 - Lucie Thibault, Brock University
2007 - Dan Mahony, University of Louisville
2006 - Sue Inglis, McMaster University
2005 - Laurence Chalip, University of Texas
2004 - Wendy Frisby, University of British Columbia
2003 - Jacquelyn Cuneen, Bowling Green State University
2002 - Donna L. Pastore, The Ohio State University
2001 - W. James Weese, University of Windsor
2000 - Brenda G. Pitts, Florida State University
1999 - David K. Stotlar, University of Northern Colorado
1998 - Dennis R. Howard, University of Oregon
1997 - Garth Paton, University of New Brunswick
1996 - Robert Boucher, University of Windsor
1995 - Trevor Slack, University of Alberta
1994 - Gordon Olafson, University of Windsor
1993 - Joy T. DeSensi, University of Tennessee
1992 - Janet Parks, Bowling Green State University
1991 - Packianathan Chelladurai, The Ohio State University
1990 - (no recipient)
1989 - Earle F. Zeigler, Western University

Garth Paton Distinguished Service Award

The Garth Paton Distinguished Service Award annually recognizes a member’s outstanding service contribution to NASSM. The award is intended to (a) be one of high distinction within NASSM and the award recipient’s own academic community and (b) encourage high standards of service to NASSM and other forms of professional contribution among members of NASSM. Further details regarding the Garth Paton Distinguished Service Award can be found in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• Qualifications for the Garth Paton Distinguished Service Award can be found in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must abide by all qualifications and procedures as outlined in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must be sent via ExOrdo. You can create your account and submit award materials on ExOrdo (click here to visit ExOrdo).

Procedures for Nominations

1. Any NASSM member may nominate another NASSM member for consideration by submitting an e-mail to the Academic Chair.

2. If the nominee accepts the nomination, the nominator will submit a letter, not to exceed two (2) pages, to the nominee themselves to include with their award materials.

3. Nominations should be sent directly to the Academic Chair by e-mail by July 15.

4. Award committees may also nominate NASSM members via e-mail to the Academic Chair by July 15. Self-nominations are accepted.

5. Nominees may be of any faculty rank. There is no limit to the number of times a member may be nominated. Nominees may not be individuals presently serving on the NASSM Governing Board.

6. Nominations stand for only one year. If the nominee is not selected in that cycle, they must be renominated the following year.

Procedures for the Award Committee Chairperson

1. The Chairperson will set meetings, decision due dates, and ensure committee members have access to Ex Ordo materials by September 15.

2. The Chairperson shall oversee the selection of no more than three (3) nominees by the three voting members of the Award Nominating Committee.

3. The Chairperson shall submit a list of at least two (2) but no more than three (3) nominees to the Academic Chair for consideration by the Governing Board by November 1.

Procedures for the Nominee 

1. Nominees should register for and use Ex Ordo to submit the selection criteria materials by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

2. Confirm your NASSM membership is current and in good standing (Note: You must have a current membership to submit materials).

3. Nominees should also confirm that they have not previously received the award and are eligible to be awarded (see Procedures for Nominations).

Submission Process

1. Credentials should be submitted electronically via ExOrdo as one PDF document. 

2. Document name should be formatted as Surname_Award Name_year.pdf. Example: XXXX_PATON_2026.pdf

3. Credentials must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

Key Award Dates:

• By June 21 – Call for nominations sent by Marketing & Communications Committee by request of the Academic Chair.

• July 15 – Award Committee confirmed by the Academic Chair and President .

• July 15 - Nominations due via email to the Academic Chair.

• July 20 – Academic Chair notifies nominees when materials are due to upload to Ex Ordo.

• September 1 – Credentials uploaded to Ex Ordo by nominees.

• September 7 – Academic Chair assigns documents to the committees. Chairperson confirms the committee has materials and assigns a working timeline.

• By November 1 - Chairperson sends recommendations to Academic Chair.

• By November 15 – Governing Board votes on award recipient .

• By December 1 – Chairperson notifies awardees of outcome, alerts committee of results, copies the Academic Chair and President. 

• By December 15 – Academic Chair notifies Marketing & Communications Committee

2026 - Thomas Aicher, University of Colorado - Colorado Springs
2025 - (no recipient)
2024 - Damon Andrew, Florida State University
2023 - Bri Newland, New York University
2022 - Lisa Kihl, University of Minnesota
2021 - (no recipient)
2020 - Larena Hoeber, University of Regina
2019 - Tim DeSchriver, University of Delaware
2018 - Matt Brown, University of South Carolina
2017 - Orland Hoeber, University of Regina
2016 - Aubrey Kent, Temple University
2015 - Jim Weese, Western University
2014 - Ming Li, Western Michigan University
2013 - Clay Stoldt, Wichita State University
2012 - Alison Doherty, Western University
2011 - Carol Barr, University of Massachusetts
2010 - Dianna Gray, University of Northern Colorado
2009 - (no recipient)
2008 - Robin Ammon, Slippery Rock University
2007 - Karen Danylchuk, University of Western Ontario
2006 - Jacquelyn Cuneen, Bowling Green State University
2005 - Sue Inglis, McMaster University
2004 - Brenda Pitts, Georgia State University
2003 - Garth Paton, University of New Brunswick
2002 - Bob Boucher, Windsor University
2001 - Janet Parks, Bowling Green State University

Distinguished Sport Management Educator Award

The purpose of the Distinguished Sport Management Educator Award is to recognize exceptional contributions to teaching and learning. The award signifies (a) distinction in classroom, field, and/or online teaching; (b) excellence in pedagogical innovations in teaching, course design, curricular design, and/or assessment; (c) sustained commitment to the improvement and quality of teaching and learning in the sport management discipline; and (d) sustained commitment to one’s own professional learning. Further information about the Distinguished Sport Management Educator Award is provided in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• Qualifications for the Distinguished Sport Management Educator Award can be found in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must abide by all qualifications and procedures as outlined in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must be sent via ExOrdo. You can create your account and submit award materials on ExOrdo (click here to visit ExOrdo).

Procedures for Nominations

1. Any NASSM member may nominate another NASSM member for consideration by submitting an e-mail to the Academic Chair.

2. If the nominee accepts the nomination, the nominator will submit a letter, not to exceed two (2) pages, to the nominee themselves to include with their award materials.

3. Nominations should be sent directly to the Academic Chair by e-mail by July 15.

4. Award committees may also nominate NASSM members via e-mail to the Academic Chair by July 15. Self-nominations are accepted.

5. Nominees may be of any faculty rank. There is no limit to the number of times a member may be nominated. Nominees may not be individuals presently serving on the NASSM Governing Board.

6. Nominations stand for only one year. If the nominee is not selected in that cycle, they must be renominated the following year.

Procedures for the Award Committee Chairperson

1. The Chairperson will set meetings, decision due dates, and ensure committee members have access to Ex Ordo materials by September 15.

2. The Chairperson shall oversee the selection of no more than three (3) nominees by the three voting members of the Award Nominating Committee.

3. The Chairperson shall submit a list of at least two (2) but no more than three (3) nominees to the Academic Chair for consideration by the Governing Board by November 1.

Procedures for the Nominee 

1. Nominees should register for and use Ex Ordo to submit the selection criteria materials by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

2. Confirm your NASSM membership is current and in good standing (Note: You must have a current membership to submit materials).

3. Nominees should also confirm that they have not previously received the award and are eligible to be awarded (see Procedures for Nominations).

Submission Process

1. Credentials should be submitted electronically via ExOrdo as one PDF document. 

2. Document name should be formatted as Surname_Award Name_year.pdf. Example: XXXX_EDUCATOR_2026.pdf

3. Credentials must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

Key Award Dates:

• By June 21 – Call for nominations sent by Marketing & Communications Committee by request of the Academic Chair.

• July 15 – Award Committee confirmed by the Academic Chair and President .

• July 15 - Nominations due via email to the Academic Chair.

• July 20 – Academic Chair notifies nominees when materials are due to upload to Ex Ordo.

• September 1 – Credentials uploaded to Ex Ordo by nominees.

• September 7 – Academic Chair assigns documents to the committees. Chairperson confirms the committee has materials and assigns a working timeline.

• By November 1 - Chairperson sends recommendations to Academic Chair.

• By November 15 – Governing Board votes on award recipient .

• By December 1 – Chairperson notifies awardees of outcome, alerts committee of results, copies the Academic Chair and President. 

• By December 15 – Academic Chair notifies Marketing & Communications Committee

2026 - Jessica Braunstein-Minkove, Towson University
2025 - Jillian McNiff Villemaire, Flagler University
2024 - Jess Dixon, University of Windsor
2023 - Jim Strode, Ohio University
2022 - Jim Weese, Western University
2021 - (no recipient)
2020 - Barbara Osborne, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
2019 - Mark Lyberger, Kent State University
2018 - Angela Lumpkin, Texas Tech University
2017 - Brian Turner, The Ohio State University
2016 - Mark Nagel, University of South Carolina
2015 - Dianna Gray, University of Northern Colorado
2014 - Brenda Pitts, Georgia State University
2013 - Lynn Ridinger, Old Dominion University
2012 - Andy Gillentine, University of South Carolina
2011 - Bob Boucher, University of Windsor
2010 - Robert Baker, George Mason University
2009 - Mark McDonald, University of Massachusetts Amherst
2008 - Jackie Cuneen, Bowling Green State University

Joy DeSensi Diversity Award for Inclusive Excellence

The purpose of the Joy DeSensi Diversity Award for Inclusive Excellence is to recognize exceptional contribution to promote diversity and inclusion within NASSM and related sport management disciplines. The award signifies (a) a significant contribution to promoting and understanding diversity within NASSM; (b) the creation of innovative programs, initiatives, strategies, etc. designed to enhance diversity and inclusion within NASSM; and (c) a sustained commitment to developing diversity and inclusion in sport management disciplines through teaching, research, and/or service. Further information about the Joy DeSensi Diversity Award for Inclusive Excellence is provided in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• Qualifications for the Joy DeSensi Diversity Award for Inclusive Excellence can be found in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must abide by all qualifications and procedures as outlined in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must be sent via ExOrdo. You can create your account and submit award materials on ExOrdo (click here to visit ExOrdo).

Procedures for Nominations

1. Any NASSM member may nominate another NASSM member for consideration by submitting an e-mail to the Academic Chair.

2. If the nominee accepts the nomination, the nominator will submit a letter, not to exceed two (2) pages, to the nominee themselves to include with their award materials.

3. Nominations should be sent directly to the Academic Chair by e-mail by July 15.

4. Award committees may also nominate NASSM members via e-mail to the Academic Chair by July 15. Self-nominations are accepted.

5. Nominees may be of any faculty rank. There is no limit to the number of times a member may be nominated. Nominees may not be individuals presently serving on the NASSM Governing Board.

6. Nominations stand for only one year. If the nominee is not selected in that cycle, they must be renominated the following year.

Procedures for the Award Committee Chairperson

1. The Chairperson will set meetings, decision due dates, and ensure committee members have access to Ex Ordo materials by September 15.

2. The Chairperson shall oversee the selection of no more than three (3) nominees by the three voting members of the Award Nominating Committee.

3. The Chairperson shall submit a list of at least two (2) but no more than three (3) nominees to the Academic Chair for consideration by the Governing Board by November 1.

Procedures for the Nominee 

1. Nominees should register for and use Ex Ordo to submit the selection criteria materials by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

2. Confirm your NASSM membership is current and in good standing (Note: You must have a current membership to submit materials).

3. Nominees should also confirm that they have not previously received the award and are eligible to be awarded (see Procedures for Nominations).

Submission Process

1. Credentials should be submitted electronically via ExOrdo as one PDF document. 

2. Document name should be formatted as Surname_Award Name_year.pdf. Example: XXXX_DESENSI_2026.pdf

3. Credentials must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

Key Award Dates:

• By June 21 – Call for nominations sent by Marketing & Communications Committee by request of the Academic Chair.

• July 15 – Award Committee confirmed by the Academic Chair and President .

• July 15 - Nominations due via email to the Academic Chair.

• July 20 – Academic Chair notifies nominees when materials are due to upload to Ex Ordo.

• September 1 – Credentials uploaded to Ex Ordo by nominees.

• September 7 – Academic Chair assigns documents to the committees. Chairperson confirms the committee has materials and assigns a working timeline.

• By November 1 - Chairperson sends recommendations to Academic Chair.

• By November 15 – Governing Board votes on award recipient .

• By December 1 – Chairperson notifies awardees of outcome, alerts committee of results, copies the Academic Chair and President. 

• By December 15 – Academic Chair notifies Marketing & Communications Committee

2026 - Nicole Melton, University of Massachusetts Amherst
2025 - Josh Pate, Lees McRae College
2024 - Kwame Agyemang, University of Kentucky
2023 - Laura Misener, Western University
2022 - Nefertiti Walker, University of Massachusetts Amherst
2021 - (no recipient)
2020 - Jacqueline McDowell, George Mason University
2019 - John Singer, Texas A&M University
2018 - George Cunningham, Texas A&M University
2017 - Ming Li, Western Michigan University
2016 - Brenda Pitts, Georgia State University
2015 - Heidi Grappendorf, University of Cincinnati
2014 - Mary Hums, University of Louisville
2013 - Joy DeSensi, University of Tennessee

Distinguished Research Award

The purpose of the Distinguished Research Award is to recognize a scholar’s extraordinary scientific contributions to the field of sport management. The award is given in acknowledgment of an individual’s (a) distinguished record of intellectual contributions (e.g., publications, presentations); (b) advancement of conceptual, empirical, and/or theoretical knowledge to the literature and practice; (c) authorship of ideas that are original, important, and validate the distinctiveness of sport management as an academic discipline; and (d) mentorship and support of other scholars. Further information about the Distinguished Research Award is provided in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• Qualifications for the Distinguished Research Award can be found in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must abide by all qualifications and procedures as outlined in the Operating Code for NASSM Awards.

• All submissions must be sent via ExOrdo. You can create your account and submit award materials on ExOrdo (click here to visit ExOrdo).

Procedures for Nominations

1. Any NASSM member may nominate another NASSM member for consideration by submitting an e-mail to the Academic Chair.

2. If the nominee accepts the nomination, the nominator will submit a letter, not to exceed two (2) pages, to the nominee themselves to include with their award materials.

3. Nominations should be sent directly to the Academic Chair by e-mail by July 15.

4. Award committees may also nominate NASSM members via e-mail to the Academic Chair by July 15. Self-nominations are accepted.

5. Nominees may be of any faculty rank. There is no limit to the number of times a member may be nominated. Nominees may not be individuals presently serving on the NASSM Governing Board.

6. Nominations stand for only one year. If the nominee is not selected in that cycle, they must be renominated the following year.

Procedures for the Award Committee Chairperson

1. The Chairperson will set meetings, decision due dates, and ensure committee members have access to Ex Ordo materials by September 15.

2. The Chairperson shall oversee the selection of no more than three (3) nominees by the three voting members of the Award Nominating Committee.

3. The Chairperson shall submit a list of at least two (2) but no more than three (3) nominees to the Academic Chair for consideration by the Governing Board by November 1.

Procedures for the Nominee 

1. Nominees should register for and use Ex Ordo to submit the selection criteria materials by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

2. Confirm your NASSM membership is current and in good standing (Note: You must have a current membership to submit materials).

3. Nominees should also confirm that they have not previously received the award and are eligible to be awarded (see Procedures for Nominations).

Submission Process

1. Credentials should be submitted electronically via ExOrdo as one PDF document. 

2. Document name should be formatted as Surname_Award Name_year.pdf. Example: XXXX_RESEARCH_2026.pdf

3. Credentials must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. (PST) on September 1.

Key Award Dates:

• By June 21 – Call for nominations sent by Marketing & Communications Committee by request of the Academic Chair.

• July 15 – Award Committee confirmed by the Academic Chair and President .

• July 15 - Nominations due via email to the Academic Chair.

• July 20 – Academic Chair notifies nominees when materials are due to upload to Ex Ordo.

• September 1 – Credentials uploaded to Ex Ordo by nominees.

• September 7 – Academic Chair assigns documents to the committees. Chairperson confirms the committee has materials and assigns a working timeline.

• By November 1 - Chairperson sends recommendations to Academic Chair.

• By November 15 – Governing Board votes on award recipient .

• By December 1 – Chairperson notifies awardees of outcome, alerts committee of results, copies the Academic Chair and President. 

• By December 15 – Academic Chair notifies Marketing & Communications Committee

2026 - Milena M. Parent, University of Ottawa
2025 - Paul M. Pedersen, Indiana University - Bloomington
2024 - Pamela Wicker, Bielefeld University
2023 - Andrea Geurin, New York University

NASSM Research Fellow Award

The NASSM Research Fellow Award recognizes NASSM’s scholars by honoring their achievement in sport-related scholarship disseminated through NASSM. The designation is intended to (a) be one of distinction within NASSM and the Fellow’s own academic community and (b) encourage high standards of research and other forms of scholarship among NASSM members. Credentials must be submitted electronically no later than April 1 of the induction year (induction to take place at annual NASSM conference). Questions about the NASSM Research Fellow Award or application process should be sent to the NASSM Academic Chair (TBA; Subject: NASSM Research Fellow Award). Qualifications (list of minimum criteria) and supporting materials (evidence of minimum criteria) must be submitted online (below) using the guidelines in the Operating Code for the NASSM Research Fellow Award. Click the “submit application” below to upload your credentials and submit your application.

Here you can find the complete registry of NASSM Research Fellows, starting with the most recent class of 2026.

NASSM Sport Management Education Journal Fellow Award

The NASSM Sport Management Education Journal Fellow Award recognizes NASSM’s scholars by honoring their achievement in the scholarship of teaching and learning germane to the field of sport management. The designation is intended to (a) be one of distinction within NASSM and the Fellow’s own academic community and (b) encourage high standards of research and other forms of scholarship among NASSM members. Credentials must be submitted electronically no later than April 1 of the induction year (induction to take place at annual NASSM conference). Questions about the NASSM Research Fellow Award or application process should be sent to the NASSM Academic Chair (TBA; Subject: SMEJ Fellow Award). Qualifications (list of minimum criteria) and supporting materials (evidence of minimum criteria) must be submitted online using the guidelines in the Operating Code for the NASSM Sport Management Education Journal Fellow Award. Click below to upload credentials and submit application.

Below is the official registry of NASSM SMEJ Fellows.

Student Research Competition Award

The purpose of the Student Research Competition Award is to recognize a student’s extraordinary research in the field of sport management. To be eligible for this competition, students must be enrolled in a college or university and not be employed in a full-time academic position at the submission deadline. Students may only submit one paper for this competition, and if accepted for presentation, this paper will count toward the two-presentation maximum for the annual NASSM Conference. The winner of the competition will have an opportunity to present the research at the President’s Luncheon of the NASSM Conference or a designated timeslot and space of significance. The deadline for paper submissions is January 15, 2026. Questions about the Student Research Competition Award or application process should be sent to the the NASSM Academic Chair (TBA, Subject: NASSM Student Research Award). Prior to submission, applicants must abide by the Operating Code for the Student Research Competition Award. Click below to upload your paper and submit your application.

Previous winners who have achieved select NASSM awards or distinctions are highlighted with badges:

Zeigler Lecture Award Winner =🏆
Distinguished Research Award = 📚
Joy DeSensi Diversity Award for Inclusive Excellence = 🧩
Garth Paton Distinguished Service Award = ⚒️
Distinguished Sport Management Educator Award = 🎓
NASSM Research Fellow = ⭐

Janet B. Parks NASSM Research Grant

The purpose of the Janet B. Parks NASSM Research Grant is to advance scholarship in sport management by providing support to NASSM members as they pursue research projects of importance to the field. Each year, grant amounts will depend upon the Treasurer’s recommendations; however, a total grant pool amount expected not to be less than $5,000 each year will be the norm. Typically, multiple grants are awarded each year; hence, applicants should anticipate a total grant pool amount of $5,000 per year to be split among the grant awardees when developing grant budgets. No more than five (5) awards will be given in a year. Grant proposals are due by March 15, 2026. Prior to submitting the grant application, please read and abide by the Operating Code for the Janet B. Parks NASSM Research Grant. Click below to upload your proposal and submit your application.

NASSM Doctoral Research Grant

The purpose of the NASSM Doctoral Research Grant is to advance scholarship in sport management by providing support to doctoral student members as they pursue projects of importance to the field and advance scholarship in the field of sport management. Each year, grant amounts will depend upon the Treasurer’s recommendations; however, a total grant pool amount expected not to be less than $5,000 per year will be the norm. Typically, multiple grants are awarded each year; thus, applicants should anticipate a total grant pool amount of $5,000 each year to be split among grant awardees when developing proposal budgets. No more than three (3) awards will be given in a year. Awards will be announced at the Annual Conference in conjunction with the conference awards banquet. All grant proposals are due by March 15, 2026. Prior to submitting the grant application, please read and abide by the Operating Code for the NASSM Doctoral Research Grant. Click below to upload your proposal and submit your application.

NASSM Service Learning Grant

The purpose of the NASSM Service Learning Grant Program is to allow students and academics to connect theoretical knowledge and organized service activities in the community by providing service-learning opportunities, scholarship, and capacity in the field. Each year, grant amounts will depend upon the Treasurer’s recommendations; however, a total grant pool amount expected not to be less than $5,000 per year will be the norm. Multiple grants are awarded each year; thus, applicants should anticipate a total grant pool amount of $5,000 each year to be split among grant awardees when developing proposal budgets. No more than three (3) awards will be given in a year. Awards will be announced at the Annual Conference in conjunction with the annual conference awards banquet. Grant proposals are due by March 15, 2026. Prior to submitting the grant application, please read and abide by the Operating Code for the NASSM Service Learning Grant. Click below to upload your proposal and submit your application.