High Point University, Nido R. Qubein School of Communication

08/28/2026

Meet Our New Faculty!

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Nick Davidson as Assistant Professor of Sport Management.

We asked Dr. Davidson: “What are you most excited about as you begin this academic year at High Point University and the NQSC?”

“I am most excited about all of the outstanding experiential learning opportunities our students have here at HPU and in the NQSC, and I am looking forward to helping facilitate many of those opportunities to help prepare our students for the world as it is going to be!”

08/27/2026

Meet Our New Faculty!

We’re excited to welcome Michael Betts as Assistant Professor of Media Production & Studio Manager.

We asked Professor Betts: “What are you most excited about as you begin this academic year at High Point University and the NQSC?”

“I’m super excited about mentoring our students, especially with such state-of-the-art facilities to use to support them – and that I get to lead in management!!  That coupled with such kind and world renown colleagues, I’m so truly grateful to be a faculty member here!”

08/27/2026

Meet Our New Faculty!

We’re excited to welcome AJ Schraeder as Assistant Professor of Media Production.

We asked Professor Schraeder: “What are you most excited about as you begin this academic year at High Point University and the NQSC?”

“As I begin my first year at HPU and the NQSC, I’m most excited to see how students take the creative tools we develop in the classroom and use them to bring their own ideas and projects to life.”

08/26/2026

Meet your faculty, discover student clubs, and kick off your semester!

📅 Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026
⏰ 4–5 PM
📍 School of Communication Lobby

Come meet, connect, and get excited for what’s ahead!

08/25/2026

Meet Our New Faculty!

We’re excited to welcome Alan Buck as Professor of the Practice of Journalism and Sports Media.

We asked Professor Buck: “What are you most excited about as you begin this academic year at High Point University and the NQSC?”

“I’m most excited about the people. I love teaching, but what makes it special is watching students discover what they’re capable of and helping them find their voice. After 26 years in media and television, I’m excited to bring that experience to HPU and the NQSC, learn from my students, and see what we can build together this year.“

08/24/2026

Meet Our New Faculty!

We’re excited to welcome Scott Hollingsworth as Professor of the Practice of Sport Management.

We asked Professor Hollingsworth: “What are you most excited about as you begin this academic year at High Point University and the NQSC?”

“I’m excited to engage with students on project-based learning modules reflecting my experience and knowledge base, as well as exploring the start of a cross discipline experiential learning program with the School of Engineering.”

08/17/2026

🏀 What a weekend!

Our NQSC students wrapped up an unforgettable experience at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend in Springfield, Massachusetts!

Throughout the weekend, they worked alongside the Hall of Fame team at events and stations, gaining a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring one of basketball’s biggest weekends to life.

They also had the opportunity to meet members of the 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class, including Candace Parker, Doc Rivers, and Amar’e Stoudemire, along with other notable names in basketball, including Jeremy Lin and Austin Rivers.

A special thank you to former Dallas Mavericks CEO, Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Board of Governors member, and HPU Sports Executive in Residence Cynt Marshall for helping make this incredible opportunity possible. We are equally grateful to the entire Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame team for welcoming our students and giving them such meaningful hands-on experience.

And a huge thank you to Dr. Doug Hall, HPU Vice President for Career and Professional Development, and Dr. Amy Rundio, Chair of Sport Management, for accompanying and supporting our students throughout this incredible experience.

Our students are heading home with new experiences, new connections, and memories that will last well beyond this amazing weekend.

What a way to begin the academic year! 🏀💜

08/15/2026

08/15/2026

🏀✨ Team NQSC is dressed up and ready for a big night!

After a busy day at the 2026 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend, our students are ready to enjoy the Awards Gala & Celebration Reception at the Mohegan Sun Convention Center!

Check out Nick Allen, CJ Johnson, Saige Wiggins, Jordan Bankston, Lauren Kraus, Lindsey Hollett, Jimmy Rosselli, and Alena Greene-Briscoe as they check in before the evening’s festivities.

What an incredible opportunity for our students to experience not only the behind-the-scenes work that goes into this prestigious weekend, but also some of its most exciting celebrations.

Have a fantastic evening, Team NQSC—you’ve earned it!