Jeb Gorham

BA, Biology, Skidmore College
MA, Kinesiology – Exercise Physiology, University of Maryland, College Park
PhD, Sport and Exercise Science – Sport Administration, University of Northern Colorado

Dr. Gorham’s primary areas of teaching are Sport Management and Entrepreneurship. Before joining the faculty ranks, Gorham worked in the Fitness, Health and Wellness industry for many years.

Prior to joining the faculty at Midway University, Dr. Gorham served as an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Program Director at Southern Vermont College (SVC) for eight years. In these roles he developed and launched both Sport, Recreation & Tourism Management and Sustainable Ventures Entrepreneurship Programs. He was honored as Faculty Member of the Year twice during his tenure at SVC. Gorham’s student advisees in entrepreneurship received nine invitations as National Pitch finalists at prestigious academic and industry competitions.

As an integral part of joining Midway University in the fall of 2019, Dr. Gorham continues his excellence in teaching and advising and immerses himself in the surrounding communities so he can continue his passion for working with sports, recreation and other non-profit organizations. Gorham’s specialty area is working with non-profits to boost local economies and provide access to outdoor enthusiasts and athletes.

Dr. Gorham is an avid cyclist and is involved with the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA), U.S.A. Cycling and Kentucky Mountain Bike Association Bluegrass (KYMBA Bluegrass). As Midway University’s first endowed Botkin Professor, Gorham works with student researchers and community partners to explore how trail system development, stewardship and access to equipment/coaching impact regions and riders across socio-economic lines.