Gala to Inaugurate
Center for Sports Media at Seton Hall University
September 15, 2022
Honoring Robin Roberts,
Co-Anchor of Good Morning America and
President of Rock’n Robin Productions
On September 15, Seton Hall's Center for Sports Media hosted a gala at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers, NYC, celebrating its Executive Founder, Bob Ley '76, and honoring media icon Robin Roberts with a Lifetime Professional Achievement Award.
View photos from the Gala
Recognizing Influential Leaders in Sports Media
Seton Hall’s Center for Sports Media recognizes Robin Roberts as an outstanding leader in sports media, making strides for equity and influence in the next generation of sports journalism.
Thank you to our guests, patrons and sponsors! Because of your generosity, the event raised $380,000 to help us train the next generation of sports media professionals.
Your support will advance the field by providing innovative training, state-of-the-art resources, and hands-on experiences to the next generation of sports media professionals.
Please consider supporting the Center for Sports Media by making a donation today.
Our heartfelt thanks to the gala committee members:
Bob Ley '76
Executive Founder
Seton Hall University Center for Sports Media
George Bodenheimer
Former President
ESPN
Chris McKendry
Tennis Host
ESPN
Jane McManus
Executive Director, Center for Sports Media
Seton Hall University
Kevin Negandhi
SportsCenter Anchor
ESPN
Jim O'Brien '82
Sr. Managing Partner and CEO
Napier Park Global Capital
Jon Paparsenos '99
Vice President for University Advancement
Seton Hall University
Renee Robinson, Ph.D.
Vice Dean, College of Communication and the Arts
Seton Hall University
Bardia Shah-Rais '95
VP of Production
Fox Sports
Leo Zatta '78
Chairman
Team Walker, Inc.
Chris Berman
(Honorary Member)
NFL Studio Host
ESPN
Larry Ganim
Founder
Ganim Financial
Don Garber
(Honorary Member)
Commissioner
Major League Soccer
Jay Harris
SportsCenter Anchor
ESPN
Jimmy Pitaro
(Honorary Member)
President
ESPN
Our deepest gratitude to our generous sponsors:
Champion LevelCarlton Hill Foundation MVP LevelGeorge and Ann Bodenheimer |
Broadcaster LevelESPN |
If you have questions about the Center for Sports Media and opportunities for investment, I’d love to hear from you.
Brian Ruark
Associate Vice President for Development
Brian.Ruark@shu.edu
(973) 378-2620