Pac-12 Global leverages collegiate athletics to support the international strategies of its member institutions. It organizes international sporting events and cultural exchanges for student-athletes, distributes Pac-12 Networks content worldwide, and facilitates partnerships and initiatives that advance sports and education in countries like China.
According to real estate expert Adam LaFavre, the real estate industry has undergone significant changes over the last decade with record highs and lows. This has required professionals like Adam LaFavre to reevaluate their portfolios. One major change has been low inventory for low and middle income families due to stricter mortgage regulations. Luxury home owners have also been anxious to sell. Additionally, the concept of equity providing stability has been challenged. Meanwhile, rental demand has far outpaced supply, pushing up rents across the US in what is called the "rental rush". Due to lack of lending, the industry now relies more on cash flow as properties with insufficient cash flow are quickly sold off.
Cede Prudente is a wildlife photographer and conservationist based in Sandakan, Malaysian Borneo. He was born in Lahad Datu, Sabah and has over two decades of experience documenting the environment and wildlife of Borneo. He runs a tour company called North Borneo Safari that offers wildlife photography tours. Cede is dedicated to photographing the natural world of Borneo and using his images to promote conservation.
Digitization of the audio, video and film collections. Patrick Monette, Media...FIAT/IFTA
This document discusses Radio-Canada's plans to digitize its audio, video, and film collections. It provides an overview of the objectives, collections volumes, and lessons learned from pilot projects. Key points include:
- Radio-Canada has one of the largest TV and radio collections in the world, totaling over 500,000 programs and 30,000 hours of production footage.
- Digitization will facilitate reuse of content, preserve collections, and reduce storage needs as formats become obsolete.
- Pilot projects to digitize videocassettes, CDs, and films in Montreal provided experience in developing workflows and addressing challenges like missing metadata.
- Future plans include expanding digitization to other regions over several years,
The EBU Partnership Programme provides support to members facing financial, strategic or political difficulties, and has a memorandum of understanding with the EU to reinforce public service media in enlargement countries. The main objective is developing independent and sustainable public service media. Activities on archiving include appraisal reports, assessments, regional meetings, and a survey on challenges. Future activities will provide advice, develop project proposals, and seek support from donors to continue assisting public service media beyond 2015.
Permanent Refreshment of Acetate Media - A story about passion on innovation....FIAT/IFTA
(1) The document discusses a new method developed by the NOA Research Department and the Austrian Research Institute for Chemistry and Technology to permanently refresh the elasticity of acetate film and other plastic media affected by "vinegar syndrome" through chemical treatment.
(2) The treatment increases the concentration of plasticizers in the material and can significantly slow or even stop further degradation, providing archives with more time before media need preservation and allowing for higher quality transfers with less resource-intensive climate control.
(3) Extensive testing was conducted to control the treatment process and verify its effectiveness through optical, mechanical, gravimetric and gas chromatography analysis, with the goal of commercializing the method.
Using Sports Diplomacy to Educate and Globalize Our Communitiesmontse5690
his is a presentation on effectively using sports diplomacy in education and internationalization of local communities. It was presented by Ms. Inessa Stepanenko of Trinity University and Ms. Montse Garcia of UT Health Science Center San Antonio for the 11th Annual International Education Conference at Lone Star College for 04/11/2014-04/12/2014
Gao Fei is a Chinese sports management professional with experience as an athlete, coach, official, consultant, and scholar. He has a Bachelor's and Master's degree from Beijing Sports University and a Master's from Syracuse University. Currently, he is an Associate Professor at China University of Political Science and Law and has been a visiting scholar at Syracuse University. Gao Fei has published research papers and presented at numerous international conferences. He has worked as a supervisor for triathlon at the Beijing Olympics and as a coach for professional basketball teams in China.
According to real estate expert Adam LaFavre, the real estate industry has undergone significant changes over the last decade with record highs and lows. This has required professionals like Adam LaFavre to reevaluate their portfolios. One major change has been low inventory for low and middle income families due to stricter mortgage regulations. Luxury home owners have also been anxious to sell. Additionally, the concept of equity providing stability has been challenged. Meanwhile, rental demand has far outpaced supply, pushing up rents across the US in what is called the "rental rush". Due to lack of lending, the industry now relies more on cash flow as properties with insufficient cash flow are quickly sold off.
Cede Prudente is a wildlife photographer and conservationist based in Sandakan, Malaysian Borneo. He was born in Lahad Datu, Sabah and has over two decades of experience documenting the environment and wildlife of Borneo. He runs a tour company called North Borneo Safari that offers wildlife photography tours. Cede is dedicated to photographing the natural world of Borneo and using his images to promote conservation.
Digitization of the audio, video and film collections. Patrick Monette, Media...FIAT/IFTA
This document discusses Radio-Canada's plans to digitize its audio, video, and film collections. It provides an overview of the objectives, collections volumes, and lessons learned from pilot projects. Key points include:
- Radio-Canada has one of the largest TV and radio collections in the world, totaling over 500,000 programs and 30,000 hours of production footage.
- Digitization will facilitate reuse of content, preserve collections, and reduce storage needs as formats become obsolete.
- Pilot projects to digitize videocassettes, CDs, and films in Montreal provided experience in developing workflows and addressing challenges like missing metadata.
- Future plans include expanding digitization to other regions over several years,
The EBU Partnership Programme provides support to members facing financial, strategic or political difficulties, and has a memorandum of understanding with the EU to reinforce public service media in enlargement countries. The main objective is developing independent and sustainable public service media. Activities on archiving include appraisal reports, assessments, regional meetings, and a survey on challenges. Future activities will provide advice, develop project proposals, and seek support from donors to continue assisting public service media beyond 2015.
Permanent Refreshment of Acetate Media - A story about passion on innovation....FIAT/IFTA
(1) The document discusses a new method developed by the NOA Research Department and the Austrian Research Institute for Chemistry and Technology to permanently refresh the elasticity of acetate film and other plastic media affected by "vinegar syndrome" through chemical treatment.
(2) The treatment increases the concentration of plasticizers in the material and can significantly slow or even stop further degradation, providing archives with more time before media need preservation and allowing for higher quality transfers with less resource-intensive climate control.
(3) Extensive testing was conducted to control the treatment process and verify its effectiveness through optical, mechanical, gravimetric and gas chromatography analysis, with the goal of commercializing the method.
Using Sports Diplomacy to Educate and Globalize Our Communitiesmontse5690
his is a presentation on effectively using sports diplomacy in education and internationalization of local communities. It was presented by Ms. Inessa Stepanenko of Trinity University and Ms. Montse Garcia of UT Health Science Center San Antonio for the 11th Annual International Education Conference at Lone Star College for 04/11/2014-04/12/2014
Gao Fei is a Chinese sports management professional with experience as an athlete, coach, official, consultant, and scholar. He has a Bachelor's and Master's degree from Beijing Sports University and a Master's from Syracuse University. Currently, he is an Associate Professor at China University of Political Science and Law and has been a visiting scholar at Syracuse University. Gao Fei has published research papers and presented at numerous international conferences. He has worked as a supervisor for triathlon at the Beijing Olympics and as a coach for professional basketball teams in China.
Cal Rec Sports WOW Showcase: click to view, provide feedback and shareB.A.S.
The document provides information on several accomplishments of Cal Recreational Sports over multiple years:
1) A new website was designed with usability in mind to help customers more easily find program information and purchase memberships.
2) Cal Adventures was recognized for its variety of outdoor programs, including rock climbing, backpacking, and kayaking trips.
3) Caltopia, an annual experiential lifestyle event hosted by Cal Rec Sports, celebrated its 10th anniversary and engaged over 30,000 students through social media and interactive brand experiences.
4) An associate director received an excellence in management award for her leadership and support of staff through a period of change.
Douglas Palmer has over 30 years of experience in athletic administration, coaching, and physical education. His resume summarizes his employment history, including positions at Shoreline Community College from 2007 to 2013 where he was the Director of Athletics and Wellness/Recreation. As the Director, his responsibilities included supervising 9 sports teams, maintaining Title IX compliance, fundraising, and managing facilities. Under his leadership, Shoreline athletics won 6 regional championships and improved graduation rates while generating millions in revenue for the college.
The document discusses talent identification and development systems for elite athletes in East Germany, Australia, and the United States. It provides details on:
1) East Germany's extensive state-run system from 1949-1990 that identified and trained potential Olympic athletes from a young age in specialized schools, prioritizing sporting excellence and winning medals, though it was later revealed to involve widespread doping.
2) Australia's creation of the Australian Institute of Sport in 1981 in response to poor Olympic performances, which provided high-performance coaching, facilities, and multi-sport support to elite athletes.
3) The United States' system of developing athletes through high school and college sports programs and scholarships, with the best going on to
The document discusses talent identification and development systems for elite athletes in several countries. It describes:
1) The former East Germany's highly organized state-run system for identifying and developing athletic talent from a young age through sports schools and institutes, which led to significant Olympic success but also widespread doping.
2) Australia's creation of the Australian Institute of Sport in 1981 in response to poor Olympic results, which established a centralized high performance system across many sports.
3) The United States' reliance on a school-based system with athletic scholarships providing opportunities to develop athletes' skills through high school and college competition.
The document discusses systems for developing elite athletes in East Germany, Australia, and the United States. It describes how East Germany had a state-run system with talent identification in schools and sport-specific boarding schools. Australia developed the Australian Institute of Sport in response to poor Olympic results. The US system focuses on developing athletes through high school and college sports programs and scholarships.
Sports sponsorships and athlete endorsements are powerful ways for marketers to build brand equity and reach vast global audiences. In Asia, running races such as marathons are some of the biggest sporting events, attracting both health-conscious participants and sponsoring businesses. Younger Asian millennials in particular are drawn to experiences that combine exercise with travel and culture. As a result, the "runcation" industry catering running vacation packages tailored to international races has emerged. Brands now have opportunities to engage this demographic through sponsoring innovative race concepts that incorporate music, parties, and unique cultural experiences into the event.
Laura Memory Escobar is a videographer and photographer seeking a position in video production. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with degrees in Communication Studies and Religious Studies. For the past 5 years, she has worked in the video production department at UNC Athletics, producing a variety of video content including game highlights, features on student-athletes, and live event coverage. She also runs her own photography and videography business. Escobar is proficient with various cameras and video/audio equipment and has experience in all stages of the video production process from pre-production to post-production.
Established colleges and universities are now starting to offer esports programs across the United States and the world. Today, there are more than 125 varsity level esports programs registered with the national governing body NACE (National Association of Collegiate Esports). Educational organizations that have long been on the spectator side of online gaming are now becoming hubs for innovation in esports. Schools are starting to offer scholarships for excellence in esports to attract the talent they need to build teams that can compete on a national stage.
In an earlier chapter of Esports in Education, you learned that several universities now have standard esports teams participating in league-based tournaments and competitions. Many of these educational institutions are introducing new programs and facilities to help prepare the next generation of students to pursue careers in the esports industry. In this chapter, you will gain a glimpse into some of the most successful programs established over the past couple of years.
The document discusses a program called DISCUSS that aims to promote cultural understanding and develop youth through soccer. DISCUSS is a two-way exchange program between the US and China focused on increasing partnerships in soccer. The goals are to train Chinese soccer coaches, educate on youth sports management, and create dialogue between the countries. The program brings together groups from the US and China to share best practices in developing soccer programs for both male and female youth.
Compiled by Jennifer Miros, MPT , Cynthia Frisina, MA, Gavin C.docxardhowp
Compiled by Jennifer Miros, MPT , Cynthia Frisina, MA, Gavin Colquitt, Ed.D
Updated September 2018. List is not inclusive.
Adaptive Sports Programs & Resources 2018
International & National Adaptive Sports Organizations:
Cerebral Palsy International Sport & Recreation Association (CPISRA) www.cpisra.org CPISRA is the
leading international sports organization governing and promoting sport and recreation for Cerebral Palsy
(CP) and related neurological conditions throughout the World. CPISRA is one of only four International
Organizations of Sport for the Disabled (IOSD) recognized by the International Paralympic Committee
(IPC) to represent impairment groups. CPISRA’s vision is that all people who have CP or related
neurological conditions have the opportunity to benefit from and participate in sport and recreation
throughout the World.
National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) http://www.nchpad.org
is positioned to effect change in health promotion/obesity management among people with disabilities
through its history of providing advocacy, services and programs to numerous organizations and people
throughout the country. The primary focus of the Center’s approach is to collaborate with the nation’s
leading health advocacy and disability organizations in linking them to the hundreds of program
initiatives ongoing across the nation, using this framework to build inclusion and integration into existing
programs.
US Paralympic Sport Clubs https://www.teamusa.org/us-paralympics/gateway-to-gold/paralympic-
sport-clubs U.S. Paralympics partners with community-based adaptive sport organizations from across
the US to create a network of Paralympic Sport Clubs providing local sport programming for individuals
with Paralympic-eligible impairments, including physical disabilities and visual impairments. While many
Paralympic Sport Clubs focus on grassroots programming, many also provide opportunities at the national
and international levels. By supporting Paralympic Sport Clubs with resources including coaching
education and program development courses, U.S. Paralympics and its National Governing Bodies/High
Performance Management Organizations have helped increase the availability of sport programming for
athletes with Paralympic-eligible impairments. Currently operating in 48 states and Washington, D.C.,
U.S. Paralympics is committed to partnering with organizations across the United States to ensure
Paralympic Sport Clubs are available in all 50 states.
Disabled Sports USA (DSUSA) http://www.disabledsportsusa.org - Disabled Sports USA’s mission is to
provide national leadership and opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop independence,
confidence, and fitness through participation in community sports, recreation and educational programs.
Disabled Sports USA is a nation-wide network of community-based chapters offering a variety of
recreation programs. DSUSA sanct.
The document discusses the global popularity and participation in several sports, including volleyball, basketball, table tennis, football, and badminton. It notes that volleyball has hundreds of millions of players and fans worldwide, with strong participation in Western Europe, North America, and India. Basketball also has over 450 million players globally and is growing in popularity internationally. Table tennis originated in England and is now played in almost every country, especially in Asia, Europe, and North America. Football is hugely popular in many European countries and South America, and it is gaining fans in India as well. Badminton has over 220 million regular players internationally and large followings in many Asian countries.
This document describes plans for a new co-educational boarding school in Chicago that combines an International Baccalaureate curriculum with specialized education in sports media, science, technology, and business. The school aims to prepare students to become leaders in the global sports economy. It will provide scholarships for underprivileged youth and conduct research and outreach. Phase 1 involves after-school programs and seminars, with the school launching fully in 2018 with middle and high school students from around the world studying specialized curricula while also participating in athletics and community activities. Facilities and advisory councils are in development.
This document discusses physical education and various career opportunities related to it. It covers several topics:
1) The benefits of physical education including physical, mental and social development. It enhances qualities like leadership, teamwork and social skills.
2) The growing career opportunities in physical education beyond just teaching, including coaching, training, sports media and more.
3) Initiatives by the government of India to promote sports like the "Khelo India" program which provides financial support and identifies talented athletes.
4) The history and growth of the Olympics movement to become a more inclusive event with additions like the Winter Olympics, Paralympics and Deaflympics.
Cal Rec Sports WOW Showcase: click to view, provide feedback and shareB.A.S.
The document provides information on several accomplishments of Cal Recreational Sports over multiple years:
1) A new website was designed with usability in mind to help customers more easily find program information and purchase memberships.
2) Cal Adventures was recognized for its variety of outdoor programs, including rock climbing, backpacking, and kayaking trips.
3) Caltopia, an annual experiential lifestyle event hosted by Cal Rec Sports, celebrated its 10th anniversary and engaged over 30,000 students through social media and interactive brand experiences.
4) An associate director received an excellence in management award for her leadership and support of staff through a period of change.
Douglas Palmer has over 30 years of experience in athletic administration, coaching, and physical education. His resume summarizes his employment history, including positions at Shoreline Community College from 2007 to 2013 where he was the Director of Athletics and Wellness/Recreation. As the Director, his responsibilities included supervising 9 sports teams, maintaining Title IX compliance, fundraising, and managing facilities. Under his leadership, Shoreline athletics won 6 regional championships and improved graduation rates while generating millions in revenue for the college.
The document discusses talent identification and development systems for elite athletes in East Germany, Australia, and the United States. It provides details on:
1) East Germany's extensive state-run system from 1949-1990 that identified and trained potential Olympic athletes from a young age in specialized schools, prioritizing sporting excellence and winning medals, though it was later revealed to involve widespread doping.
2) Australia's creation of the Australian Institute of Sport in 1981 in response to poor Olympic performances, which provided high-performance coaching, facilities, and multi-sport support to elite athletes.
3) The United States' system of developing athletes through high school and college sports programs and scholarships, with the best going on to
The document discusses talent identification and development systems for elite athletes in several countries. It describes:
1) The former East Germany's highly organized state-run system for identifying and developing athletic talent from a young age through sports schools and institutes, which led to significant Olympic success but also widespread doping.
2) Australia's creation of the Australian Institute of Sport in 1981 in response to poor Olympic results, which established a centralized high performance system across many sports.
3) The United States' reliance on a school-based system with athletic scholarships providing opportunities to develop athletes' skills through high school and college competition.
The document discusses systems for developing elite athletes in East Germany, Australia, and the United States. It describes how East Germany had a state-run system with talent identification in schools and sport-specific boarding schools. Australia developed the Australian Institute of Sport in response to poor Olympic results. The US system focuses on developing athletes through high school and college sports programs and scholarships.
Sports sponsorships and athlete endorsements are powerful ways for marketers to build brand equity and reach vast global audiences. In Asia, running races such as marathons are some of the biggest sporting events, attracting both health-conscious participants and sponsoring businesses. Younger Asian millennials in particular are drawn to experiences that combine exercise with travel and culture. As a result, the "runcation" industry catering running vacation packages tailored to international races has emerged. Brands now have opportunities to engage this demographic through sponsoring innovative race concepts that incorporate music, parties, and unique cultural experiences into the event.
Laura Memory Escobar is a videographer and photographer seeking a position in video production. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with degrees in Communication Studies and Religious Studies. For the past 5 years, she has worked in the video production department at UNC Athletics, producing a variety of video content including game highlights, features on student-athletes, and live event coverage. She also runs her own photography and videography business. Escobar is proficient with various cameras and video/audio equipment and has experience in all stages of the video production process from pre-production to post-production.
Established colleges and universities are now starting to offer esports programs across the United States and the world. Today, there are more than 125 varsity level esports programs registered with the national governing body NACE (National Association of Collegiate Esports). Educational organizations that have long been on the spectator side of online gaming are now becoming hubs for innovation in esports. Schools are starting to offer scholarships for excellence in esports to attract the talent they need to build teams that can compete on a national stage.
In an earlier chapter of Esports in Education, you learned that several universities now have standard esports teams participating in league-based tournaments and competitions. Many of these educational institutions are introducing new programs and facilities to help prepare the next generation of students to pursue careers in the esports industry. In this chapter, you will gain a glimpse into some of the most successful programs established over the past couple of years.
The document discusses a program called DISCUSS that aims to promote cultural understanding and develop youth through soccer. DISCUSS is a two-way exchange program between the US and China focused on increasing partnerships in soccer. The goals are to train Chinese soccer coaches, educate on youth sports management, and create dialogue between the countries. The program brings together groups from the US and China to share best practices in developing soccer programs for both male and female youth.
Compiled by Jennifer Miros, MPT , Cynthia Frisina, MA, Gavin C.docxardhowp
Compiled by Jennifer Miros, MPT , Cynthia Frisina, MA, Gavin Colquitt, Ed.D
Updated September 2018. List is not inclusive.
Adaptive Sports Programs & Resources 2018
International & National Adaptive Sports Organizations:
Cerebral Palsy International Sport & Recreation Association (CPISRA) www.cpisra.org CPISRA is the
leading international sports organization governing and promoting sport and recreation for Cerebral Palsy
(CP) and related neurological conditions throughout the World. CPISRA is one of only four International
Organizations of Sport for the Disabled (IOSD) recognized by the International Paralympic Committee
(IPC) to represent impairment groups. CPISRA’s vision is that all people who have CP or related
neurological conditions have the opportunity to benefit from and participate in sport and recreation
throughout the World.
National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) http://www.nchpad.org
is positioned to effect change in health promotion/obesity management among people with disabilities
through its history of providing advocacy, services and programs to numerous organizations and people
throughout the country. The primary focus of the Center’s approach is to collaborate with the nation’s
leading health advocacy and disability organizations in linking them to the hundreds of program
initiatives ongoing across the nation, using this framework to build inclusion and integration into existing
programs.
US Paralympic Sport Clubs https://www.teamusa.org/us-paralympics/gateway-to-gold/paralympic-
sport-clubs U.S. Paralympics partners with community-based adaptive sport organizations from across
the US to create a network of Paralympic Sport Clubs providing local sport programming for individuals
with Paralympic-eligible impairments, including physical disabilities and visual impairments. While many
Paralympic Sport Clubs focus on grassroots programming, many also provide opportunities at the national
and international levels. By supporting Paralympic Sport Clubs with resources including coaching
education and program development courses, U.S. Paralympics and its National Governing Bodies/High
Performance Management Organizations have helped increase the availability of sport programming for
athletes with Paralympic-eligible impairments. Currently operating in 48 states and Washington, D.C.,
U.S. Paralympics is committed to partnering with organizations across the United States to ensure
Paralympic Sport Clubs are available in all 50 states.
Disabled Sports USA (DSUSA) http://www.disabledsportsusa.org - Disabled Sports USA’s mission is to
provide national leadership and opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop independence,
confidence, and fitness through participation in community sports, recreation and educational programs.
Disabled Sports USA is a nation-wide network of community-based chapters offering a variety of
recreation programs. DSUSA sanct.
The document discusses the global popularity and participation in several sports, including volleyball, basketball, table tennis, football, and badminton. It notes that volleyball has hundreds of millions of players and fans worldwide, with strong participation in Western Europe, North America, and India. Basketball also has over 450 million players globally and is growing in popularity internationally. Table tennis originated in England and is now played in almost every country, especially in Asia, Europe, and North America. Football is hugely popular in many European countries and South America, and it is gaining fans in India as well. Badminton has over 220 million regular players internationally and large followings in many Asian countries.
This document describes plans for a new co-educational boarding school in Chicago that combines an International Baccalaureate curriculum with specialized education in sports media, science, technology, and business. The school aims to prepare students to become leaders in the global sports economy. It will provide scholarships for underprivileged youth and conduct research and outreach. Phase 1 involves after-school programs and seminars, with the school launching fully in 2018 with middle and high school students from around the world studying specialized curricula while also participating in athletics and community activities. Facilities and advisory councils are in development.
This document discusses physical education and various career opportunities related to it. It covers several topics:
1) The benefits of physical education including physical, mental and social development. It enhances qualities like leadership, teamwork and social skills.
2) The growing career opportunities in physical education beyond just teaching, including coaching, training, sports media and more.
3) Initiatives by the government of India to promote sports like the "Khelo India" program which provides financial support and identifies talented athletes.
4) The history and growth of the Olympics movement to become a more inclusive event with additions like the Winter Olympics, Paralympics and Deaflympics.
2. 3
harnesses the passion and spirit
of collegiate athletics to showcase
the Conference and its member
institutions around the world, while
giving student-athletes access
to transformative life experiences
and impactful cultural exchanges.
Competitive sports events outside
the U.S., Pac-12 Networks content
distribution, people-to-people
exchanges, and educational
initiatives are among the many
Pac-12 Global activities that
support Pac-12 members’ robust
international strategies.
PAC-12 GLOBAL
Across Pac-12 institutions, international
students make up roughly 14 percent of the
student body.
More than 21,000 undergraduate and
graduate students at Pac-12 institutions
are from China.
If the Pac-12 were its own nation, it would
have finished fifth in the medal count
at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and
the 2012 London Olympic Games, ahead
of Germany, Australia, and France.
Each Pac-12 athletic team is able to participate
in international tours once every four years
for cultural and competitive experiences.
The 2015 Pac-12 China Game represented
the first regular season contest ever in
China by a major U.S. sports league,
collegiate or professional.
Pac-12 Networks content can be seen any-
where in the world with more than 850 live
sporting events distributed internationally
through media partnerships that include
YouTube, EverSport, and LeSports.
PAC-12 GLOBAL FAST FACTS
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2011:
Pac-12 Global is founded,
leveraging the power of
elite collegiate athletics
to support its members’
international initiatives
AUGUST 2012:
UCLA Men’s Basketball
trip to China
MARCH 2013:
Pac-12 hosts U.S.-China
Symposium on Collegiate
Sports Development
JUNE 2013:
Pac-12 Volleyball
All-Stars trip to China
AUGUST 2013:
California Women’s
Basketball trip to China
MARCH 2014:
Pac-12 hosts second
U.S.-China Symposium
on Collegiate Sports
Development
AUGUST 2014:
Pac-12 Men’s Basketball
All-Stars trip to China
FEBRUARY 2015:
Pac-12 partners with
LeSports to stream men’s
basketball
games in China
AUGUST 2015:
Beijing Normal University
women’s soccer team
travels to U.S. to take
on Arizona State and
California
OCTOBER 2015:
LeSports streams the first
college football game
in China: California vs.
Washington State
NOVEMBER 2015: The
Pac-12 becomes the first U.S.
sports league, collegiate or
professional, to host a regular
season contest in China as
Washington defeats Texas in
the inaugural Pac-12 China
Game presented by Alibaba
SEPTEMBER 2015:
Pac-12 Networks begins
international distribution
partnership with EverSport
AUGUST 2014:
Pac-12 Networks begins
international distribution
partnership with YouTube
MAY 2015:
Alibaba Group signs on
as the presenting partner
of the 2015 and 2016
Pac-12 China Games.
MARCH 2015:
Pac-12 hosts third
U.S.-China Symposium
on Collegiate Sports
Development
JUNE 2014:
Pac-12 Volleyball
All-Stars trip to China
AUGUST 2013:
Arizona State Men’s
Basketball trip to China
AUGUST 2012:
Bayi Women’s Volleyball
Team travels to U.S. to
take on California,
Stanford, UCLA, and USC
AUGUST 2012:
Pac-12 begins partnership
with Federation University
Sport China (FUSC), an
arm of the Chinese Ministry
of Education and the
Chinese governing body
for collegiate athletics
PAC-12 GLOBAL TIMELINE:
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MAKING HISTORY:
The 2015 Pac-12 China Game
The Pac-12 became the first U.S. sports league, collegiate or professional, to host a regular
season contest in China. The game also proved to be a seminal educational exchange
for student-athletes and offered a vehicle for Pac-12 member institutions to deepen their
academic ties with China.
The game exposed the Chinese to new aspects of American sports culture, sparked
interest in and awareness of the Pac-12 and collegiate sports, and spawned new
investment in developing a Chinese college sports system.
ALIBABA PARTNERSHIP:
The Pac-12’s partnership with Chinese-based online commerce leader Alibaba included
a private round table discussion with founder Jack Ma, innovative digital marketing
campaign, grassroots outreach, and game distribution on Alibaba’s Youku Tudou.
The Pac-12 is the first sports property to partner with Alibaba in such a deeply
integrated manner.
ALIBABA CAMPUS EXPERIENCE:
Student-athletes completed an educational seminar on Chinese business at the
Alibaba Group’s campus in Hangzhou. The seminar focused on societal, cultural,
and business trends taking place across China.
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES:
The student-athletes and university delegations participated in a series of
cultural activities in Hangzhou and Shanghai, including visits to ancient temples
and city landmarks, as well as an evening city tour on the Huangpu River.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
The Washington men’s basketball team participated in a clinic and
scrimmage with Special Olympics athletes from the Shanghai Pudong
Special Education School.
FULL U.S. COLLEGE BASKETBALL EXPERIENCE:
The Pac-12 China Game featured the authentic “Pac-12 experience”
complete with elite competition, passionate alumni, cheerleaders,
mascots, and in-game entertainment.
HIGH-LEVEL SUPPORT:
Former NBA star Yao Ming, Alibaba Group CEO Jack Ma, UCLA
Legend Bill Walton, and University of Washington President Ana
Mari Cauce actively participated throughout the week of events.
MEDIA COVERAGE:
The Pac-12 China Game attracted national media coverage in
China, including top Chinese TV segments, high profile print
media stories, and influential Chinese digital articles.
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LE SPORTS PARTNERSHIP:
The Pac-12 has an exclusive two-year partnership with
LeSports, China’s leading digital sports platform, to live
stream more than 250 sporting events across four Pac-12
sports, including football and men’s basketball, through
the 2016-17 academic year. Le Sports has a monthly
viewership of more than 70 million people per month.
YOUTUBE AND EVERSPORT PARTNERSHIP:
Through partnerships with EverSport and YouTube, Pac-12
Networks content is available 24 hours a day in more than
200 countries across every platform.
PAC-12 CHINA GAME:
Through its partnership with Alibaba, the Pac-12 China
Game will be distributed across multiple digital and linear
channels in Mainland China. In addition the game will be
broadcast live in the U.S. on ESPN.
EVENTS MEDIA
ALL-STAR WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL
CHINA TOUR:
In June 2016, a Pac-12 All-Star women’s volleyball
team travels to China to play against Chinese
competition in Beijing, Nanjing, and Shanghai,
combining elite athletics with cultural and
educational events.
CAL FOOTBALL, SYDNEY CUP:
In August 2016, Cal’s football team battles Hawaii
in Sydney, marking the first college football regular
season game ever played in Australia.
2016 PAC-12 CHINA GAME:
Stanford and Harvard tip off the 2016-17 regular
season in Shanghai for the second annual Pac-12
China Game presented by Alibaba.
CHINESE SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE:
The Pac-12 continues to build its presence in China
via social media accounts like Weibo and WeChat.
During the week of the Pac-12 China Game, 8 million
people viewed Pac-12 content on these platforms,
and more than 100 pieces of content were created
to inform the Chinese about the Pac-12’s events
in China.
PAC-12 GLOBAL IN THE NEWS:
Pac-12 Global projects have attracted coverage by
leading sports and business media outlets, including
Sports Illustrated, USA Today, Bleacher Report, Sports
Business Journal, NBC Sports, Bloomberg, and CNN Money.
ACADEMIC MARKETING, PR & SOCIAL
FEDERATION OF UNIVERSITY SPORTS OF
CHINA (FUSC) PARTNERSHIP:
Headquartered in Beijing under China’s Ministry
of Education, the Federation of University Sports of
China (FUSC) is the solely authorized national
organization for university sports. Since 2011, the
Pac-12 and FUSC have collaborated on various
initiatives to advance the integration of sports and
education in China.
COACHING EDUCATION PROGRAM:
The Pac-12, along with the Chinese Scholarship
Council and the FUSC, has developed a three-month
training platform for Chinese coaches to study
at Pac-12 universities. Coaches from the University
of Utah and Arizona State University will train
200 Chinese coaches on strategies and techniques
in men and women’s basketball, track & field,
swimming, and cheerleading.
SPORTS AND EDUCATION SUMMIT, SHANGHAI:
Each year, the Pac-12 and FUSC facilitate discussions
about the challenges and opportunities presented
by combining sports and education both in the U.S.
and China. The events feature panel discussions,
speeches, and case studies by officials from Pac-12
and Shanghai universities, the FUSC, and the
Chinese Ministry of Education, as well as Yao Ming
and Bill Walton.
8. 1514
Explore additional competitive sporting events and
platforms to support Pac-12 member institutions’
global strategic initiatives.
Partner with more content distribution platforms
throughout the world to showcase 850+ events across
nearly 30 men's and women's sports.
Develop merchandising and licensing opportunities
to leverage the iconic brands of Pac-12 member
institutions globally.
Create events and media platforms to engage the
Conference’s global alumni network and create
Pac-12 ambassadors worldwide.
Leverage Pyeongchang 2018, Tokyo 2020, and
Beijing 2022 to reinforce the Pac-12’s global
presence and Olympic Games success.
PAC-12 GLOBAL
LOOKING FORWARD