George Mason University

Sport is an essential part of American history and culture.  Our interest in sport reaches across dividing lines of age, income, geography, gender, and ethnicity. Wherever we go and whoever we meet, the world of sport gives us something in common—a shared language.  It's no surprise, then, that the study of sport gives us unique insights into American life.

Pursue this fascinating topic through a minor in sport and American culture.  Offered jointly by the School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism and the Department of History and Art History, this minor provides you with the opportunity to study the meaning of sport in American society and culture. Through the coursework for the minor, you can study the history of sport in America and examine the role of sport in today's society.

The minor complements many majors and concentrations currently offered at Mason, including history; sport management; parks, recreation, and leisure studies; sociology; and tourism.

Mason Welcomes Sport and American Culture Minor

Sport and American culture is a new minor at George Mason University.  It provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding how sport has influenced and been influenced by American culture. Minor director Jennifer Lansbury recently answered a few questions about the new minor. Here’s what she had to say. Read More >>

Mason Offers Students New Sport Communication Minor

Communication Department and The School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism team up to offer students more opportunities in sport and journalism. Read More >>