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The 2026 Sport Management Symposium convened media executives, conference leaders and content creators to discuss how streaming platforms, advertising models and shifting audience habits are transforming sports media.

Scott Leighty ’09, assistant dean for development and alumni relations at ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Law, and Blaire McClanahan L’14, managing partner at the Law Offices of Cheryl David in Greensboro, are recognized for their contributions to Greensboro and the Triad.

Seven ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ students and two faculty mentors represented the Department of Sport Management at the 2026 Applied Sport Management Association Conference in Philadelphia, presenting original research alongside peers from leading programs across the country.

Alumni, parents and friends are invited to an Evening for ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ on April 16 at Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi

Bryan Baker and Alex Luchsinger received national recognition for creative projects spanning social media, promotional video and documentary film.

Alumni, parents and friends are invited to an Evening for ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ on April 15 at the Denver Art Museum

Danieley, who is the niece of the late ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ President Emeritus J. Earl Danieley ’46, is passionate about the lessons society and individuals can learn from exploring issues of identity, ancestry and cultural heritage.

Della Marie Vickers McKinnon ’62 has witnessed ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s evolution through decades of change. Being a part of a remarkable five-generation family legacy that has both shaped the campus and deeply enriched the surrounding community.

A graduate of the M.A. in Interactive Media program, Buck returns to the School of Communications to guide development efforts that advance student opportunities, academic priorities and alumni engagement.

One of the university's most beloved faculty members for more than three decades passed away on Feb. 13, 2026, leaving a legacy shaped by his work with thousands of students and "a powerful voice that lifted up the most cherished values of the institution."