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Sports Business Camp 2024

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 "I gained a lot of experience from learning about different connections within the sports world and different opportunities within the sports business."

Pictured are students at PNC Park during Sports Business Camp. Photo by Ethan Stoner.

Award-Winning Actor Jaquel Spivey '21 Reminds the Class of 2024, "Be Loud and Proud That You Went to Point Park University"

Thursday, May 30, 2024 "The world is still discovering who Point Park is and what Point Park is, and they don't know the beauty and excellence that is in this university. I hope you leave here today and you are loud and proud that you went to Point Park University."

Pictured is Jaquel Spivey '21 at 2024 Commencement. Photo | Mark Simpson

Point Park University Celebrates 64th Commencement and Hooding Ceremonies

Monday, April 29, 2024 Point Park University celebrated graduation at PPG Paints Arena on Friday, April 26.

Student Profile

Brandon Cunningham '23

"Point Park is like no other university. There is a city vibe on the college campus. Being in a centralized location where there is live entertainment allows students to fully immerse themselves in the vibrant attractions in Pittsburgh."

Pictured is Brandon Cunningham. Photo by Ethan Stoner.

Student Q&A: Inaugural SAEM Pittsburgh Penguins Events Team Reflects on Semester of Hands-On Experience

Friday, May 12, 2023 The Sports, Arts & Entertainment Management program's new Pens Events Team paired students with staff at the Pittsburgh Penguins and PPG Paints Arena to give them experience working real-world events, including special game nights and corporate events.

Pictured are Austin Alkire, Olivia Stawovy and Delaney Metikosh. Submitted photo.

SAEM Sports Sales Course, Teams Prepare Students for Success

Monday, December 19, 2022 Point Park University's Sports, Arts & Entertainment Management program is providing sports-focused students a competitive edge through hands-on experience in the sales side of the industry.

Pittsburgh Penguins Front Office Staff Offers Students Career Advice

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 The Sports Media and Marketing class and the Sports Communication Club enjoyed an insider’s experience at a preseason Pittsburgh Penguins game Oct. 7 at PPG Paints Arena.

SAEM Students Gain Hands-On Experience at Imagine Dragons and Journey Concerts

Monday, March 7, 2022 "This was a great way to observe what a day on the road is actually like. I was lucky to work alongside an A-list touring crew, specifically a renowned tour manager, so I was able to ask questions about their careers and get some really great advice from the best of the best."

Pictured are Point Park students backstage at an Imagine Dragons concert. Submitted photo.

Alumni Profile

Giuseppe Esposito '19

"One of the reasons I chose Point Park was its location. It was hard to beat for me. The equipment and facilities for the animation program are top-notch as well, so make use of it all."

SAEM Students Work at Simone Biles' Gold Over America Tour

Friday, November 5, 2021 Point Park University Sports, Arts & Entertainment Management students Lauren Ambrogio, Trey Bubin, Anna Feild and Zoe Wockenfuss worked backstage at the G.O.A.T. Gold Over America Tour, starring Olympian gymnasts Simone Biles, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, Laurie Hernandez and more at PPG Paints Arena in Downtown Pittsburgh on Oct. 29, 2021.

Pictured from left to right are SAEM students Lauren Ambrogio, Trey Bubin, Zoe Wockenfuss and Anna Feild at PPG Paints Area during the Gold Over America Tour on Oct. 29, 2021. Submitted photo.

Faculty Spotlight: Ed Traversari, MBA

Monday, October 11, 2021 During The Rolling Stones' Pittsburgh engagement, Ed Traversari, sports, arts and entertainment management professor, volunteered his time with Musically Fed, a nonprofit that collaborates with artists, promoters, management and venues nationwide to donate unused backstage meals to community organizations that feed the homeless, hungry and food insecure.

Pictured is Ed Traversari. Photo by Alexis Wary.

Alumni Profile

John Blattenberger '19

"Say yes to any and every opportunity. You never know where it may lead you. Make connections with as many people in your desired industry as you possibly can. This starts by connecting with your professors. Sit in the front of your classes and always ask questions. You or your parents are investing a lot in you. Get your, or their, money’s worth."

Pictured is John Blattenberger. Submitted photo.

Student Profile

Sarah Balkey '20

Meet senior SAEM major Sarah Balkey, who is completing a co-op in marketing and community relations with the Valero Texas Open.

Pictured is SAEM co-op student Sarah Balkey. Photo submitted by Balkey.

Business Students Land Opportunities to Work at Cher Concert and Derek Hough Live Show

Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Several Rowland School of Business students worked behind the scenes at renowned singer Cher’s concert at PPG Paints Arena, as well as the live performance of Derek Hough, six-time champion of ABC’s Dancing With The Stars, at the Benedum Center.

Top 10 CNN Hero Honoree, City Housing Authority Official Speaking at 2019 Graduation

Thursday, April 11, 2019 Point Park University will celebrate the annual Hooding and Degree Conferral and Commencement ceremonies Saturday, April 27 at PPG Paints Arena.

A photo from 2018 undergraduate commencement at PPG Paints Arena. Photo | John Altdorfer

Metallica Rocks Pittsburgh: SAEM Students Work in VIP for Legendary Heavy Metal Band

Friday, October 26, 2018 Metallica performed in Pittsburgh for the first time in more than 10 years — and Point Park University sports, arts and entertainment management students had the opportunity to work in VIP at the Oct. 18 show at PPG Paints Arena.

Pictured are SAEM students at the Metallica concert. Photo submitted by Ed Traversari.

2018 Summer Journalism Workshop

Friday, September 21, 2018

Pictured are high school students who participated in the 2018 journalism workshop at Point Park University. Photo | Jared Murphy

Alumni Profile

Baylee Zimmerman '18

During her co-op with Flying Cork, sports, arts and entertainment management alumna Baylee Zimmerman was offered a full-time marketing coordinator position with the agency upon graduation.

Pictured is SAEM alumna Baylee Zimmerman. Photo by Jared Murphy

MBA Students and SAEM Alumna Work in VIP at Panic! At The Disco Concert in Pittsburgh

Wednesday, August 1, 2018 Point Park University MBA students Annie Kennedy and Grace Isaac, and SAEM alumna Angela Thomas ’17, were selected to work in VIP at Panic! At The Disco’s Pray For The Wicked concert in Pittsburgh.

Panic at the Disco concert photo by Annie Kennedy

SAEM Students Work at Big Concerts This Summer, Host Production Running 101 Workshop

Friday, September 22, 2017 Sports, arts and entertainment management students worked behind the scenes at some of the biggest concerts and music festivals this summer including Bruno Mars, Shawn Mendes, Chance the Rapper, Farm Aid, The Chainsmokers, James Taylor, The Total Package Tour with NKOTB, Boys II Men and Paula Abdul and more.

SAEM Alumna and Student Work in VIP at NKOTB, Paula Abdul, Boyz II Men Concert

Thursday, July 6, 2017

Pittsburgh Police Chief, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photographer to Speak at 2017 Graduation Ceremonies

Friday, April 21, 2017

Pittsburgh's New Police Chief is a Point Park Grad, Keynote Speaker at Hooding Ceremony

Thursday, April 13, 2017

Point Park Connections Help SAEM Junior Land Pittsburgh Penguins Internship

Monday, October 24, 2016 Meet SAEM student Brittany Bishop, new media intern for the Pittsburgh Penguins.