Asst. Professor of Sport Management
Specializing in sport law, inclusive pedagogy, recreation equity, and sports administration.
An avid award-winning leader in the field of education with experience on both the K-12 and postsecondary levels. An engaging, innovative, and dynamic physical education, recreation, and sport management educator skillful in both online and face-to-face teaching. Dedicated to student success and creating an inclusive classroom environment.
A proven track record of mentoring and providing adequate support to youth. A rich history of incorporating behavior management interventions and aiding first-year K-12 teachers with classroom management strategies. Exceptional interpersonal skills with a wealth of experience collaborating with colleagues, students, parents, and the community.
My full academic background, teaching records, and publication history can be found in my Curriculum Vitae (PDF).
North Carolina State University
Concentration in Sport Management. Dissertation: Lived experiences of Black male athletes navigating sport and academia.
North Carolina State University
North Carolina A&T State University
Johnson C. Smith University (Charlotte, NC)
Teaching undergraduate courses in sport management, recreation, and wellness. Active researcher in inclusive pedagogy, sport law, and equity.
North Carolina State University (Raleigh, NC)
Delivered undergraduate instruction across sport management, recreation, and physical education disciplines.
Durham Public Schools (Durham, NC)
K-12 instruction with a focus on inclusive and culturally responsive physical education practice.
Dobson, M. J.
Routledge Textbook Series • Routledge / Taylor & Francis Group (2026)
A comprehensive book detailing contemporary methodologies for structuring and supervising anti-oppressive and highly accessible physical education curriculums.
Dobson, M. J., & Bunzey, T.
Routledge Handbook Series • Routledge / Taylor & Francis Group (2026)
An interdisciplinary volume exploring the intersections of hip hop culture and sport across social, historical, and pedagogical dimensions.
Dobson, M. J.
Journal of Sport & Social Issues • Journal of Sport & Social Issues (2023)
Examines the lived experiences of Black male collegiate athletes navigating racial identity, academic belonging, and athletic performance.
Dobson, M. J.
Quest • Quest (2022)
Proposes a structured pedagogical framework for physical education instructors to embed equity and anti-oppressive practices into curriculum design.
SPM 230: Introduction to Sport Management
SPM 238: Principles of Community Engagement
SPM 277: Psychological & Cultural Dimensions of Sport
+9 more courses
REC 201: Foundations of Leisure & Recreation
REC 230: Introduction to Park Management
REC 281: Principles & Techniques of Recreation Leadership
+10 more courses
Hosting Org: Johnson C. Smith University
Investigates institutional barriers to equitable sport and recreation access for underrepresented student populations at HBCUs.
Hosting Org: Johnson C. Smith University
Develops and validates a replicable curriculum framework for embedding anti-oppressive, culturally responsive pedagogy in K-12 and postsecondary physical education.
Hosting Org: Johnson C. Smith University
Collaborative research project examining the socio-cultural relationship between hip hop identity and sport participation, leading to the forthcoming Routledge Handbook.
Role: Presenter @ World Association for Sport Management (WASM) Conference
Delivered a keynote address on equity-centered approaches to sport management curriculum at the international WASM Conference.
Role: Presenter @ North American Society for the Sociology of Sport (NASSS) Annual Conference
Presented empirical research on the socio-academic experiences of Black male athletes in Division I collegiate programs.
Role: Invited Guest @ Chemistry Department Academic Exchange
Participated in interdisciplinary academic exchange sessions exploring science communication and inclusive educational practices.
Conferred by: JCSU College of Business & Professional Studies
Recognized for distinguished scholarly contributions and research impact within the College of Business & Professional Studies at Johnson C. Smith University.
Conferred by: North Carolina State University, College of Natural Resources
Awarded for exceptional doctoral research on the lived experiences of Black male athletes in higher education sport contexts.
Selected presentation slides and research diagrams.
Dr. Micah Dobson
Johnson C. Smith University
100 Beatties Ford Rd
Charlotte, NC 28216