Biography

Dr. Jason Perry holds the rank of Assistant Professor of Sport Management in the Department of Health, Human Performance & Leisure Studies at Howard University.  Dr. Perry received his Bachelors of Science degree in Sport Management from Winston-Salem State University, a Masters of Science in Sport Studies from High Point University, and his Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership and Management with the concentration of Athletic Administration from Drexel University.Formerly, Perry served as the Chair of the Sport Management Department at Saint Augustine’s University in Raleigh, NC.  He is a passionate educator who strives to engage students both inside and outside of the classroom.  As a professor, he aims to prepare the next generation of sport administrators for successful careers in the field by exposing them to new professional experiences. Through his contributions in higher education, he was recognized by his alma mater, Winston-Salem State as a 40 Under 40 Honoree in 2017. Dr. Perry has presented his research on experiential learning in sport management on the national level.  His research interests include sport management experiential learning programs, HBCU sport management curriculum, and diversity in sport administration. Dr. Perry is an active member in his community and enjoys coaching and organizing youth sports.  He is an advocate of historically black colleges and universities and spends time speaking with young people about the great opportunity that these institutions provide.