Associate Professor
Department of Sport ManagementUndergraduate Director
Department of Sport ManagementDepartment
Location
MacNaughton Hall, #402BSyracuse, NY 13244
Biography
Gina Pauline joined the faculty at Syracuse University in 2006. Pauline brings a realm of experience within higher education as well as college athletics. Prior to coming to Syracuse University, she served as the director of undergraduate sport administration at Ball State University for four years. She has also worked at the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference as well as the Big East Conference in championship management. Pauline’s expertise is in the areas of event management, pedagogy, and women in sport. With an extensive list of publications, her research has been published nationally and internationally including articles in Sport Management Education Journal, Journal of the Legal Aspects of Sport, International Journal of Volunteer Administration, the International Journal of Event Management Research, as well as trade publications. Pauline has presented at national and international conferences. For her efforts, Pauline has received the 2017 and the 2010 Falk College Faculty Member of the Year awards, as well as the 2011 Meredith Teaching Recognition Award at Syracuse University. She has served as an advocate for supporting women pursuing careers in sport management. Pauline is the co-founder of the only collegiate chapter of Women in Sport and Events (WISE) at Syracuse University. She has mentored several of her students to successful careers within the sport industry. Dr. Pauline annually assists the Sport Venue and Event Management graduate students to host a charity event. She also works with Syracuse University’s Project Advance (SUPA) team.Education
- Ed.D., Ball State University, Muncie, IN, . Major: Higher Education Area of Emphasis: Sport Management
- M.S., West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, . Major: Sport Management
- B.S., State University of New York at Binghamton, Binghamton, NY, . Major: Psychology
Specialization
- Experiential Learning, Women's Issues in Sport; Event Management; Risk Management at Events
Teaching
Currently Teaching
- SPM 270 - Experience Credit
- SPM 470 - Experience Credit
- SPM 455 - Senior Sport Management Capstone
- SPM 290 - Independent Study
- SPM 490 - Independent Study
- SPM 205 - Principles and Contemporary Issues in Sport Management
Published Scholarship
Publications
- Gina Arlene PaulineRodney PaulNick RiccardiAndrew WeinbachRacial Biases in Wagering Markets – Betting Volume and Percentages in the WNBA. The Journal of Gambling Business and Economics
- Gina Arlene PaulineB OsbourneJ Miller (2016). Do entry form waivers properly inform triathlon participants of the dangers of the sport?. Journal of Legal Aspects of Sport, 26(2) , 106-126.
- J MillerGina Arlene PaulineJ T Wendt (2014). An investigation of risk management protocols at triathlon events. Journal of Venue and Entertainment Management, 4(2) , 16-33.
- Gina Arlene Pauline (2014). Women’s participation in endurance events: An example of how far we have come. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 85(1) , 4-6.
- Gina Arlene Pauline (2013). Engaging students beyond just the experience: Integrating reflection learning into sport event management. Sport Management Education Journal, 7, 1-12.
- Gina Arlene PaulineJ WolohanD CottonJ Wolohan (2012). Antitrust Law: Amateur Sport Applications. In Law for Recreation and Sport Managers. (6)
- Gina Arlene PaulineJ Wolohan (2012). An examination of the non-recruit clause in intercollegiate coaching contracts. Legal Aspects of Sport, 21(2) , 219-238.
- Gina Arlene Pauline (2012). Celebrating 40 years of Title IX: Celebrating 40 years of Title IX: How far have we really come?. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, 82(8) , 4-5.
- Gina Arlene PaulineT MacDonald (2012). WISE PULSE STUDY.
- Gina Arlene Pauline (2012). Why are so few women in sport’s front office?. Post Standard Syracuse
Presentations
- Gina Arlene Pauline (2026). Leading with Distinction Showcase on Experiential Inquiry [Panel]. Presented at Syracuse University Showcase on Experiential Learning, 2026-02-23.
- M E GrahamT MacDonaldGina Arlene PaulineNavigating Career Success: Developing a Guide for Women in Sport Management [Oral Presentation]. Presented at Seneca Falls Dialogues Conference, Seneca Falls, NY, 2016-10-01.
- N PoppC McEnvoyM HarrolleGina Arlene PaulineM GarrettWorking with Industry: How to Cultivate Practitioner Partnerships within a Sport Management Program [Oral Presentation]. Presented at North American Society for Sport Management Conference, Orlando, FL, 2016-06-01.
- Gina Arlene PaulineB OsborneParticipate at your own risk [Oral Presentation], Orlando, FL, 2014-03-01.
- J MillerGina Arlene PaulineWaiver use in extreme obstacle course events: "Remember you signed a death waiver? [Oral Presentation], Orlando, FL, 2014-03-01.
- Gina Arlene PaulineJ MillerTriathlon Safety Guidelines. Are they effective in protecting the triathlete? [Oral Presentation]. Presented at Sport Entertainment and Venues of Tomorrow Conference, Columbia, SC, 2013-11-01.
- Gina Arlene PaulineConnect a Million Minds: Linking the STEM fields with Sport [Oral Presentation], Syracuse, NY, 2013-07-01.
- J MillerGina Arlene PaulineJ WendtI can do this! Where is the bottom? An analysis of risk management plans for swimmers in triathlons [Oral Presentation], 2013-03-01.
- Gina Arlene PaulineJ MillerFeatured research presentation: An analysis of volunteer risk management expectations at triathlon events [Oral Presentation]. Presented at Sport Entertainment and Venues of Tomorrow Conference, Columbia, SC, 2012-11-01.
- Gina Arlene PaulineIntegrating a theoretical approach to experiential learning within sport event marketing [Oral Presentation]. Presented at Sport, Entertainment and Venues of Tomorrow Conference, Columbia, SC, 2012-11-01.
Active Service
Professional Service
- Reviewer/Referee, International Journal of Sport Communications (active since: 2008)
- Reviewer/Referee, Team Performance Management (active since: 2008)
- Reviewer/Referee, International Journal of Sport Management and Marketing (active since: 2007)
- Reviewer/Referee, SMART Journal (active since: 2007)
- Editorial Review Board Member, Chorigia Journal of Sport Management (active since: 2005)
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
- Faculty Recognition Award, Center for Disability Resources
- Faculty of the Year Award, Syracuse University, Falk College
- Special Appreciation Award, Vera House
Memberships
- Sport Recreation and Law Association
- American Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
- National Association of Girls and Women in Sport (NAGWS)
- Women in Sport and Events (WISE)
- Sport Marketing Association
- North American Society of Sport Management
Recent Media Mentions:
- More than a GameApril 2020)
- SVEM Charity Golf ClassicApril 2017)
- SVEM Charity Golf ClassicApril 2016)
- The future of sport event management (2 April 2012)
Department
Location
MacNaughton Hall, #402BSyracuse, NY 13244