UofL Conversations With Champions will be integrated into the curriculum in Sport Administration, a part of the College of 成人直播 and Human Development. Sports journalist, author and adjunct faculty member is partnering with the college to moderate the free, public discussions with well-known sports figures.
鈥淭hese talks will give our students a chance to hear directly from respected figures in the sports industry,鈥 said CEHD Dean Ann Larson. 鈥淚t is our intent to celebrate not just athletic achievement, but also the importance of integrity and character.鈥
has been a sports analyst for CBS since 1998 and was quarterback for the Giants for 15 years, leading them to two Super Bowl titles. He attended Louisville鈥檚 Southern High School and graduated from Morehead State University in 1979. Simms is expected to talk about how mentors helped him persevere and adopt a leadership attitude. He will also talk about the pressures of being an NFL quarterback and sports analyst.
鈥淧hil has risen from modest circumstances to go from the south end of Louisville to the Super Bowl and I think his fascinating story will resonate with students,鈥 Reed said.
Reed, who moderated a similar program at Georgetown College for two years, said the discussions are expected to touch on themes such as how athletes handle stress, responsible use of social media and whether athletes and coaches should be held to a higher standard.
鈥淲e constantly see headlines about sports figures involved in anti-social or illegal behavior,鈥 said Reed. 鈥淢y hope is that we can showcase another side鈥攖hose who are committed to doing the right thing and are an inspiration to others.鈥
UofL Conversations With Champions begins Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. in Comstock Hall, School of Music, Belknap Campus. The event is free but reservations are required at . Free parking available in the lot between the College of Business and School of Music.
For more information, contact Gary Bernstein at gary.bernstein@louisville.edu or 502-852-5039.
