Markesha Henderson, Ed. D.

Assistant Professor
Department of Sport Management, Wellness, and Physical Education College of Education

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Markesha Henderson, Ed. D.
Biography

Markesha McWilliams Henderson is Program Coordinator and Assistant Professor of Sport Management in the Department of Sport Management, Wellness & Physical Education. In that role she contributes to the discovery, application, and delivery of knowledge with specific expertise in college student development and intercollegiate athletics. She also supervises the experiential learning opportunities of undergraduate students seeking to work in the sport industry. Dr. Henderson presents a unique combination of experiences to inform her work including experience as a former Division I All-American Track and Field Athlete and National Champion, over 10 years of professional experience in the sport industry, and sport studies scholar.

Education / Degrees
  • B.A., Journalism, University of Wisconsin - Madison, 1999
  • B.A., Communication Arts, University of Wisconsin - Madison, 1999
  • M.S., Sport Administration, Georgia State University, 2003
  • Ed.D., Higher Education Administration, The George Washington University, 2013
Courses Taught
Course Sections and Syllabi

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Publication List

Alive & Well Podcast: The Benefits of Sports and Fitness [View Publication External Resource]