ACADEMIC PARTNERS

We are committed to Partner with Universities, Colleges and Seminaries.
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A CSRM ACADEMIC INSTITUTION PARTNER COMMITS TO and assumes an affinity of focus of equipping The Church by offering one or more of the following.
  • Offer Undergraduate Level
  1. Coursework (at least one course) in the area of Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Ministry
  2. Minor in the area of Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Ministry
  3. Major in the area of Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Ministry
  • Offer Graduate Level
  1. Coursework (at least one course) in the area of Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Ministry
  2. Concentration in the area of Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Ministry
  3. Degree in the area of Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Ministry
  • Maintain an Academic Institution Membership in CSRM ($100 per year - renewed yearly by September 30)
  • Maintain a “hyperlink” to CSRM on the University Web Site
​CSRM COMMITS TO
  • Maintain a special section on our website which features Partner Academic Institutions that offer Sports , Recreation & Fitness Outreach coursework, minors, majors, concentrations and/or degrees
  • Partner Academic Institution's students are eligible to apply for "Leedy Fund" grants to be applied to tuition and/or registration fees for the annual Sports Outreach Summit
  • Features your Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach offerings at various times during the year via: 
Various social media outlets (Facebook; LinkedIn; Twitter; Mail Chimp; You Tube; Direct Email)
  • Advertises any special events/activities you are sponsoring/hosting
  • Where appropriate, we call attention to your Institution and its offerings in magazine articles and blogs
  • Encourages its Academic Partners to be exhibitors at the annual International REACHgathering the world’s largest Local Church Sports Outreach Ministry Conference and/or at any of the CSRM Regional or National Sports Outreach Summits ($25 discount for all Academic Partners)
  • Offers expert consultation for your internal and/or external reviews ($100 discount)
  • Offers your faculty and students the opportunity to
  1. Submit proposals for seminar / workshop presentations at any of the afore mentioned conferences and gatherings
  2. Submit articles to be evaluated for possible inclusion on the CSRM website and/or Facebook pages
CSRM FACTS
  • The world’s largest and most recognized ministry serving Local Church Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Ministers
  • Membership has exceeded 1,500 over the past 10 years
  • A distribution list of 2,5000
  • Co-leads the yearly International REACH Gathering-The largest Local Church Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Gathering in the world
  • Sponsors and co-sponsors numerous Regional & National Sports Outreach Summit each year that attract hundreds of participants
  • CSRM.org
  1. Is the recognized site for Local Church Sports Outreach Ministry trends, events and information 
  2. Serves as a repository for Theological, Philosophical and Methodological articles and discussion in regards to Competition, Sport, Leisure, Evangelism and Discipleship
  • CSRM’s staff and board have authored books and are regular contributors to various Journals and publications
  • CSRM’s staff and board have played key roles in establishing or enhancing most existing Academic Institution Sports, Recreation & Fitness Outreach Ministry coursework, programs and degrees
  • CSRM has established Overwhelming Victory Press for the publication of scholarly and yet practical Sports Outreach Textbooks and other relevant literature
  • CSRM convenes a track at the REACHgathering for University Professors
  • CSRM’s Executive Director was awarded the world’s first Honorary Sports Ministry Doctorate and also earned a Doctorate of Ministry with a Concentration in Sports Ministry

FEATURED ACADEMIC PARTNER

Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California.

​A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Offering more than 100 associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs on campus, online, and at six regional locations across Southern California, APU continues to be recognized annually as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

Faith Integration. Since the university’s founding in 1899, APU has incorporated our religious beliefs into every aspect of university life. We are transparent about our God First approach to higher education as it reflects our mission-driven identity, including our commitment to diversity. Rigorous curriculum across academic disciplines explores topics infused by faith. In the residence halls, during chapel, and in discipleship groups, students unpack God’s call upon their lives and witness His transformation. To uphold this distinction, APU employs faculty and staff who share the Christian faith across denominations.
"Azusa Pacific University develops disciples and scholars prepared to impact the world for Christ." 
 901 E. Alosta Ave., Azusa, CA 91702|  Phone:(626) 812-3016

​Learn more about earning a Sports Ministry Minor through Azusa

CSRM ACADEMIC PARTNERS