Marilyn J. Mather
Contact Information
School of Education
631-244-5022
E-mail

Education

Ph.D. 2001 University of Connecticut - Sport Management
M.S. 1983 Southern Connecticut State University - Physical Education
B.S. 1976 University of Bridgeport - Physical Education

Fields of Interest

Sport Management, Women in Sport/Gender Equity, Athletic Administration

Prior Experience

Prior to coming to Dowling College I worked as a College Athletic Director, Senior Women's Administrator and League Commissioner. I coached numerous sports at both the College and High School level, including volleyball, basketball, badminton and softball. I have taught many courses at College level as well as being a High School Physical Education teacher.

Awards

Connecticut Women's Volleyball Hall of Fame - College Coach 2001
Teaching Award - The Children's Center - 2001
Northeast Women's Athletic Conference Volleyball Coach of the Year - 1995
New England Region Volleyball Coach of the Year - 1994
AAUW Grant for Doctoral Studies 1994-95 - one fo 75 out of 700 applicants

Interests

I enjoy many activities including hiking, biking, skiing, canoeing, sailing, and numerous other sports and recreation activities. My Golden Retriever often takes me for long walks, while my two cats enjoy lazing in the sun. I hope to rejuvenate some dormant music skills in the piano and trumpet as well.