Action Sports Minor

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Introduction

15 Units

The Action Sports Minor at LCAD is a dynamic 15-unit program that bridges creative expression with the thriving action sports industry. This collaborative minor provides students with direct access to industry expertise through partnerships with leading action sports brands, offering an unparalleled educational experience that combines practical skills, business acumen, and cultural understanding of the action sports marketplace.

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Industry Partnerships

Students benefit from collaborative classes led by senior executives and creative directors from major action sports and lifestyle brands.

Patagonia
Vuori
GoPro
Hurley
NIKE
prAna
STANCE
VANS

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Career Applications

This minor prepares students for diverse career paths including brand marketing, content creation, digital media production, brand strategy, apparel design, and entrepreneurship within the action sports and lifestyle sectors. The combination of creative skills and industry knowledge positions graduates to contribute meaningfully to this dynamic and growing field.