Exploring Race, Sports, and Leadership

Join us on April 24, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. ET, for the annual Race & Sports event, hosted at the Wharton School in Jon M. Huntsman Hall, Room 260. This year, we are honored to welcome Professor Jeremi Duru, a leading voice in sports, business, and social justice, for an in-depth conversation with Professor Kenneth Shropshire.

Professor Duru, an expert in sports law and diversity, will discuss key themes from his book, Advancing the Ball, including the evolution of the Rooney Rule—a policy originally designed to increase diversity in NFL leadership. The conversation will examine the rule’s impact, successes, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

Who Should Attend?

This event is open to all. Whether you’re studying sports management, working in the industry, or passionate about equity in athletics, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.