Sports Product Industry Connections

The Sports Product Management program is a hub for connecting sports and outdoor product companies and professionals.


Globally Connected

We connect with the sports and outdoor product industry on a local and global level.

Our advisory board of senior executives continually shapes the program's content and direction to align with industry needs. Advisory board members represent the following companies:

  • Arc'teryx
  • adidas
  • Brooks
  • Camelbak
  • Columbia
  • Dakine
  • Handful
  • Hydro Flask
  • New Balance
  • Nike
  • Skechers Performance Division
  • Sorel
  • Under Armour
  • Yakima

Industry Mentors

Our sports and outdoor product industry connections mean each step of our students' journeys is rich with meaningful and vibrant opportunities.

It starts with each student being assigned their own industry mentor. Mentors are introduced to students during the first term to start building an advisory relationship. Mentors are available to ensure students feel supported in their questions about the industry and how to best reach their career goals.

Become an Industry Mentor


Industry Internships

To further enhance industry engagement, students complete an internship that immerses them in a sports or outdoor product company in the United States or abroad.

Interested in Providing an Internship?


Industry Events

Join us for a networking event, panel, or speaker series.

Event: UO Olympic Studies Week 2026
Feb 16
UO Olympic Studies Week 2026 8:00 a.m.

Bringing together students, faculty, researchers, alumni, and partners, UO Olympic Studies Week highlights the university’s growing role in Olympic-related research,...
UO Olympic Studies Week 2026
February 16–20
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Bringing together students, faculty, researchers, alumni, and partners, UO Olympic Studies Week highlights the university’s growing role in Olympic-related research, teaching, and industry engagement—from sport business and marketing to history, policy, and international collaboration.

The Olympic spirit is woven into the DNA of the University of Oregon. UO Olympic Studies Week showcases how that spirit shapes the university's approach to sports, scholarship, and global engagement. During the week, some activities are designed specifically for UO students and academic audiences, while others are open to the public and offer a chance to engage directly with the university’s Olympic legacy and community.

Events Open to the Public

UO Olympics History and Winter Sports Archives Tour February 17, 11:00 a.m.–noon Knight Library, Special Collections and University Archives (RSVP required. Space is limited.)

Team USA Watch Party Hosted by the Warsaw Sports Business Center February 18–20, 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. daily Tykeson Hall, James Commons (1030 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403) (Open viewing of Winter Olympics competition throughout the week)

U.S. Bobsled Guest Speaker Will Stolpe February 18, 6:00 p.m. Jaqua Center (Taking place during the weekly meeting of the Warsaw Sports Business Club)

See full schedule of events: https://business.uoregon.edu/news/uo-olympic-studies-week-2026

Event: UO Olympic Studies Week 2026
Feb 17
UO Olympic Studies Week 2026 8:00 a.m.

Bringing together students, faculty, researchers, alumni, and partners, UO Olympic Studies Week highlights the university’s growing role in Olympic-related research,...
UO Olympic Studies Week 2026
February 16–20
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Bringing together students, faculty, researchers, alumni, and partners, UO Olympic Studies Week highlights the university’s growing role in Olympic-related research, teaching, and industry engagement—from sport business and marketing to history, policy, and international collaboration.

The Olympic spirit is woven into the DNA of the University of Oregon. UO Olympic Studies Week showcases how that spirit shapes the university's approach to sports, scholarship, and global engagement. During the week, some activities are designed specifically for UO students and academic audiences, while others are open to the public and offer a chance to engage directly with the university’s Olympic legacy and community.

Events Open to the Public

UO Olympics History and Winter Sports Archives Tour February 17, 11:00 a.m.–noon Knight Library, Special Collections and University Archives (RSVP required. Space is limited.)

Team USA Watch Party Hosted by the Warsaw Sports Business Center February 18–20, 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. daily Tykeson Hall, James Commons (1030 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403) (Open viewing of Winter Olympics competition throughout the week)

U.S. Bobsled Guest Speaker Will Stolpe February 18, 6:00 p.m. Jaqua Center (Taking place during the weekly meeting of the Warsaw Sports Business Club)

See full schedule of events: https://business.uoregon.edu/news/uo-olympic-studies-week-2026

Event: UO Olympic Studies Week 2026
Feb 18
UO Olympic Studies Week 2026 8:00 a.m.

Bringing together students, faculty, researchers, alumni, and partners, UO Olympic Studies Week highlights the university’s growing role in Olympic-related research,...
UO Olympic Studies Week 2026
February 16–20
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Bringing together students, faculty, researchers, alumni, and partners, UO Olympic Studies Week highlights the university’s growing role in Olympic-related research, teaching, and industry engagement—from sport business and marketing to history, policy, and international collaboration.

The Olympic spirit is woven into the DNA of the University of Oregon. UO Olympic Studies Week showcases how that spirit shapes the university's approach to sports, scholarship, and global engagement. During the week, some activities are designed specifically for UO students and academic audiences, while others are open to the public and offer a chance to engage directly with the university’s Olympic legacy and community.

Events Open to the Public

UO Olympics History and Winter Sports Archives Tour February 17, 11:00 a.m.–noon Knight Library, Special Collections and University Archives (RSVP required. Space is limited.)

Team USA Watch Party Hosted by the Warsaw Sports Business Center February 18–20, 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. daily Tykeson Hall, James Commons (1030 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403) (Open viewing of Winter Olympics competition throughout the week)

U.S. Bobsled Guest Speaker Will Stolpe February 18, 6:00 p.m. Jaqua Center (Taking place during the weekly meeting of the Warsaw Sports Business Club)

See full schedule of events: https://business.uoregon.edu/news/uo-olympic-studies-week-2026


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