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Maurice L. Suggs, EdD

Maurice L. SuggsInstructor
Department of Sport Management
Delaware State University
1200 N. Dupont Hwy
Dover, DE 19901
302.857.7501
302.857.6601 fax
mlsuggs [at] desu.edu

Education

Doctor of Education, Organizational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Dissertation: Perceptions of Black Male Community Sports Coaches’ Roles in Middle School Athletes’ Life Skills

Master of Sports Administration
Delaware State University

Bachelor of Science, Sport Management
Delaware State University

Teaching Experience

Undergraduate courses taught include:

  • University Seminar I & II
  • Professional Preparation in Sport
  • Introduction to Management in Sport and Recreation
  • Governance and International Aspects of Sport
  • Social and Cultural Aspects of Sport
  • Senior Seminar in Sport Management
  • Internship in Sport

Professional Memberships

  • North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM)

Honors & Awards

  • Dean’s Performance Award for Outstanding Teaching, Delaware State University (2018, 2020)

Service

  • Co-Chair, College of Business Student Engagement Taskforce – Present
  • Co-Advisor, Undergraduate Student-Led Sport Management Organization – 2017–2022
  • General Education Committee Member – 2017–2021
  • Faculty Student Affairs Committee Member – Fall 2022–2025
  • Course Designer, Professional Preparation in Sport
  • University-Level Committee Member, Assessment and Redesign of University Seminar Courses, Delaware State University in collaboration with The Washington Center for Improving Undergraduate Education (National Resource Center for Learning Communities) – 2019

Professional Profile

Dr. Maurice L. Suggs has established a strong record of excellence in higher education, with a commitment to innovative pedagogy and student-centered learning. He designs and delivers rigorous, engaging coursework that prepares emerging sport professionals for successful careers in the industry. His expertise in curriculum development, combined with active professional networks within the sport industry, ensures that students remain informed about evolving trends and best practices. Dedicated to mentorship and inclusive excellence, Dr. Suggs continually explores innovative strategies that promote meaningful academic achievement and career advancement for students from diverse backgrounds.