THis was a very educational experience and will for sure help me in my career field.

we, students, had to organize from A to Z the venue of a class of international student from Netherlands. During the semester the professor was very helpful which allowed us to be on point for the venue. The experience was great in term of how an event should be organize but the best was the event itself and the exchange with the oversea students

The class emerged us in organizing the first international exchange between the university and one in Europe. The guidance of the professor was very helpful as he directed us in the right pass with professionalism.When someone had an issue or a misunderstanding, our professor was there to make us understand the dos and don'ts to be sucessfull.

Very interesting classes that provide students the opportunity to practice sport management and not just read about it. Assignments in the classes can be used in resumes as experience in the field.

This was a direct study in Sport Development. The assignments were clear and deadlines were set early on. Dr. Smolianov was very attentive to clarifying any questions quickly through email and available to take phone calls as well. By having the flexibility to select a program to research, it made the content interesting to research.

Once you begin to understand the work that you are doing for Professor Smolianov the class becomes much easier. It is a research based class, and while he doles out responsibility to one or two students initially there are opportunities to be had. Just need to put in the work required and be active in class.

Dr. Smolianov is a wonderful teacher. Very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. He goes above and beyond for his students and sets a great example of what a good professor should be. He wasn't afraid to challenge students and it was refreshing that he was more concerned with educating students than with getting a good year-end review.

Dr. Smolianov is a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic professor, who is very energetic about course topics that he teaches. He is very easy to get ahold of if needed, communication via phone or email is immediate and quick. He truly cares about his students. Highly recommend his online courses, not easy, but students will learn a lot.

Very difficult course but if yu try your hardest and show effort, he will 100% see it and your grade will reflect upon it. Amamzing contact to have in an SMS career!!

Dr. Smoli was the reason for my success coming out of my Undergrad at SSU. The High Performance Class was extremely educational and provided a global view of what it takes to succeed from grassroots development to National teams. Be prepared to participate and read, but if you do, you will be rewarded. Engage him outside the classroom and learn!

I took Professor Smoli for Holistic Fitness. He taught really useful exercises that help you get the most out of a 30 minute-1 hour workout. He also incorporates yoga and stretching, which I found really beneficial.

This class was useful to me in that I learned more about Bikram yoga through the research paper, I was exposed to different forms of holistic exercise through the videos posted to canvas, and I learned from my peers through the canvas discussions about of weekly activity. The paper was challenging to write but help is provided through email.

He knows what he's talking about. Go to class, and remember to ask questions. There's a major paper due at the end of the semester, and he's there if you need help.

I loved this class and would take this professor again. There is a research project that need to be done which requires a lot of research and good essay writing skills, you can't slack on the research paper ! You work with the professor multiple times until it's a great paper. Awesome guy definitely recommended

Sport Development was a truly awesome class. I didn't know what to expect going into it, and I couldn't be happier I took it. Professor Smolianov answered every question I had for him extremely quick and cleared up any confusion I had. That made the class fun, and very rewarding, I learned a lot. Participate every class, and have some fun with it.

Within my research findings this semester I have found research on the importance of swimming organizations, funding and partnerships with supporting agencies. Throughout this semester each element helped me understand Mass and Elite sport. Before taking this course I was unaware of the different system competitions and events. Loved this class!

I enjoyed this class and learn a lot of interesting information on sports development. I had no idea there was so, much to learn about, especially the number of different aspects of how sports are developed. If you like sports, you will enjoy the class.

I took his Sport Development class online and was very impressed. I took it because I always loved sports but did not expect to learn as much new things as I did. Every persons discussions posts are about different sport organizations and its interesting to see everyone's different perspectives. Very fun debating all the topics!

Peter is great and really understanding. I added his Sport Development class a week late and missed a few assignments that were graded as zeroes and he willingly allowed me to submit the assignments late with out any penalty. Take a class with him and you won't regret it!

Professor Smolianov has a way of communicating with students which gives everyone the confidence to strive to do more. For international students like myself, we look at ease of working with an instructor in addition to other factors when considering study options and Professor Smolianov is simply one of the best professors to work with.

in this online course, Professor Smolianov has pre recorded lectures that allow students to better grasp the topics of the week, the voice recordings helped me tremendously in this course, the book was also very informative, i highly recommend this course to any student.

I have taken classes with Professor Smolianov before but I really enjoyed High performance management the most. The lectures are in depth and he is very knowledgeable on the subject. We have weekly in-depth discussions about numerous things including some great movies like Invictus, the Wrestler, and The Dark Side and relate them to sports today

Overall, I really enjoyed this course. It is always a gamble when selecting an online class, but I did not have to stress about this one in particular. The assignments were very easy to follow and understand. I really liked some of the movies we were required to watch for our discussions. The content we discussed was very interesting.

I was a couple credits short so I took an Independent study with Smoli. I along with the help of another classmate had to design, organize, print, and present a poster about our research at the 2017 Sports Marketing Association Conference in Boston, it was a wonderful experience. He treated us more like colleagues than students.

Smolianov offered me this class so that I could graduate on time as I was a couple of credits short. Overall it ended up being a very valuable experience and I'm glad i participated in the conference and the project in general

In this class you will learn very valuable skills which you will need as a sports manager. Smolianov makes all assignments very clear. As long as you participate and show up to class you will have a very enjoyable experience. You will fall behind quickly if you don't show up. But it will be one of the classes you won't want to skip!

Overall this course was very informative and an eye-opening experience to the world of sport development. I take mostly online courses and found this one to be a manageable, yet challenging course. I would recommend this course to a friend.

I enjoyed taking a sports marketing class. As someone seeking a graduate degree in education it was nice to be able to take a sports marketing class because I teach many different marketing classes to high school students. I will be able to use some of the topics from this class in the classes I teach.

I enjoyed the sports marketing class because the discussions gave me different perspectives on the topics we were covering and the general discussions improved my understanding on the topics. Overall, I felt like a came out of the class with a much greater understanding of the topics than I might in other classes. Would take this prof again!

Enjoyed both of the classes I took with smoli. Really good integration of team concepts. Would take again and recommend to anyone.

I liked the whole process with facilitating big events(generation games), figuring out what worked, what didnt work, learning how to make it better, working as a team instead of a bunch of individuals, learning about past events such as the multiple olympics that we discussed and what couldve been done to prevent certain things from happening.

This class has been quite an experience for me. I haven't worked out as much as I've ever had before this class. It's been motivating me to get into the routine of working out. The paper was fun to do as well! As long as you do everything your supposed to do youll do great.

Couldn't have thanked him enough for his help and motivation it was truly grateful. I appreciated all the time and effort he'd take out his day to sit down to help me improve my paper and wouldn't let me give up once the whole semester! He truly pushes you to do your best throughout his paper. Truly by far the best professor I've had in college!

In this class, you will have more than enough time to complete your work. The test is alright, just read the textbook and you will do fine. The professor was very helpful with the paper. He gave constant feedback to make sure you got a good grade.

You have to present your section of the power point in every class. There is a few tests that are a big part of your grade.

Great professor. Extremely intelligent. You will learn a lot if you pay attention.

This class definitely increased my knowledge and had a lot of interesting topics included in it. The book along with the lectures that he posts will guide you through the course. Overall would recommend this taking this class.

Salem State and your guidance throughout my time there has made me successful in my career hunt! If you didnt push me to be a better sport management student I dont think I would have had the drive to keep pushing with all the rejections Ive gotten in my career search! Dubbed one of classroom leaders in various projects/assignments/events

i took this class to knock off one of my gen ed's and it ended up being a very smart decision. you are graded on three things, one test, one research paper and weekly journals. the research paper he lets you turn in and get reviewed as many times as you want until you receive an A.

I learned a lot over the course of the semester about wrestling and sport overall. Its crazy to think sport is developed in so many different ways in various different countries. It was interesting to see what ways that sport was successful and what ways it was not.

This course was very useful to me. I enjoyed learning about wrestling across the countries. If it wasn't for this class, I wouldn't have had the opportunity to do so. Thank you for a great semester.

Overall, I enjoyed this course and learning about sport development worldwide. As an athlete, I found this course very interesting and beneficial. I thought the research and posts on the different elements relating to wrestling was the most important and crucial part of the course. I liked the discussion posts as well.

we had 3 total grades for the class: 1 research paper (he helps edit), 1 huge test (textbook based, untimed) and also our discussions. Be sure that you go by the syllabus with the discussions, this is how u get points! It was an interesting and beneficial class to take, i recommend him to everyone!

Solid format. Easy and precisely a fun course. Would take again!

Great class, I took this as a suggestion from my advisor in order to get 3 more credits to graduate for my senior year. The class only has 3 grades, a test which is worth a lot of points (100 questions) weekly papers which classmates grade you on. And a final paper which you have all semester on completing. Easy class, fun teacher, highly recommend

Professor Smolianov is a great Professor here at Salem State. He truly cares about each student that takes his course. You will learn a lot each week when you attend the lectures. The final project is a great resume booster and is going to help you stand out from other college students. I highly recommend taking this course.

This course was extremely beneficial in that it offered real world experience through the implementation of events such as Generation Games, Water Polo, and USA Wrestling Marketing Plan. It allowed students to work hands-on with these projects and show them what a future, potential job in this field might look like. Would definitely recommend.

I enjoyed creating a good workout routine that I will continue to do, and improve on, after this class. I learned a lot about caffeine, sleep, and power naps from my essay and have been working on maintaining a good sleep schedule. The discussions were great and I enjoyed reading the feedback from my colleagues every week.

This course was extremely beneficial in the fact that it offered real world knowledge and experience to an increasingly important aspect in the world of sport management. Working on our business plan, we were able to look at real time data & analytics, and apply various communal thought processing exercises into one comprehensive project.

Was very clear on what was expected and provided a good structure to the class considering it was online. Be prepared every week on the assignments and youll succeed.

Very informative. Class is very organized. Everything you need is easily accessible. I highly recommend the class as well as the prof Smolianov

Sport Development was one of my first classes I ever took at Salem State and I ended up really liking it. I took the class asynchronous and online this semester and the professor was quick to respond to any questions. Offers extra credit at the end of the semester and is willing to help with your grade.

I enjoyed taking the financial aspects class because it was very structured and easy to follow. The professor is easy to talk to outside of class and helps you when needed. He gives clear instructions on what is expected and it is easy to meet.

The sport development class was one I enjoyed taking, it was an easy structure of weekly discussions with 4 tests throughout the year. The professor was very helpful outside of class and made taking it easier.

I really enjoyed this class. Your grade is determined by journal postings 1 test and a research paper which you have all semester to complete. Overall I recommend taking the life long fitness and sport course.

I was hesitant with choosing this class at first since it was my first ever Online course but I have no regrets! This class is very simple and straight forward. His entries are not difficult at all and the book assigned is an easy read, which is for the exam. If you do everything correct, you should have no problem passing this class with an A!

You are graded on one weekly assignment every Wednesday and giving feedback to classmates on Friday. Topics are interesting and allow you to choose and expand on your own thoughts.

Work load is not bad. Journal entry every Wednesday and had to respond to peers on Friday. Most difficult part was the research paper but he was very willing to work with me to make sure I had an A. Wants everyone in the class to get an A and will help everyone achieve that.

I liked that this class provided a lot of information and examples of fitness exercises with videos to follow along with. I also liked that the discussion post was engaging. I liked looking at what other students were doing and could use some of their techniques and activities for my own health and fitness routine.

This class has helped me realize new ways I can still be active without being on a sports team.

He was really understanding if something came up outside of school and was always willing to answer any questions or to help you

Very informative and helpful. Not over demanding of work and very flexible and understanding. Would definitely recommend!

Very respectful and caring. Extremely understanding when it comes to work. Very helpful and informative definitely recommend taking courses with Professor Smolianov!

Theres literally only three assignments! If you do the weekly Wednesday post you get an A. The quiz has two attempts and shows your the wrong or right answer so you can get an A the second attempt. The research paper he keeps sending it back to you to make revisions until you get an A! All he wants is for all of us to get an A & he always answers

one of the most beneficial courses that I have taken so far. First off, Professor Smoli is very student friendly, as there are only three assignments, which are not painful to do. There is a book to read that the Professor was part of writing, but it is an easy ready and very interesting.

Professor Smoli is a great professor! His class was set up very well and he gives you everything you need to get an A grade. There are only three assignments, including a weekly discussion, and then a paper and test that can be done at your own pace throughout the semester. This was a useful and stress-free class, I would recommend to others!

This class was amazing! You should take it!! He cares about his students and is willing to help you get a good grade. Not to hard on grading. You just have to be ready to read a whole book and just do discussions every week and grading other people work. But other than that is a pretty good class you will have fun. Glad I took this class!!!!!!!!!!

Professor Smoli is a great professor. If you are looking for a good class to take for credits without overwhelming yourself I would recommend any of professor smolis classes.

Professor Smolianov is one of the best professor that I have ever taken. He's very understanding and cares about his students. Take his class!!!!!

IThere are weekly discussion post required part of your grade. There is one test. There is one 2-page paper. You have to have work for your A but you will get it for sure.

This class is pretty straightforward forward if you want to learn about sports marketing then take this class and that's what you will get. He is a really good professor even outside of class any time you email or contact him he will respond if you need any help.

This class is amazing for marketing it really makes you learn about the outside world and how marketing really works with different projects not just some slides. He is a really good professor he is always in contact via email or contact him he will respond if you need any help so its perfect for an online class.

I highly recommend this class if you are looking for an easy A. There are only 3 assignments for the whole semester, a 100 question exam (that is based off the textbook), a 2 page research paper, and weekly discussion posts. Professor Smoli gives good feedback on the paper and lets you turn it in until you get an A! Definitely take this course!

If you are looking for an easy A take this class. Weekly exercise journals are easy. An open book test and you're allowed a retake. The research paper will need several revisions but professor Smoli will help you until it's complete. Professor Smolianov is so kind and supportive and as long as you do the work you are guaranteed an A.

This is a really good class it's not to hard. Also it's a good class if you want to learn more about health and your body and work out that is really good for you. The professor is nice and is easy to talk to he is supportive and wants to see you succeed.

This class is really good and is easy to take. if you want to learn about bettering your body and working out and staying healthy I would take this class again. the professor is really nice and easy to talk to he is really helpful and he just wants to see you succeed.

The class consisted in weekly discussions, one paper, and one test throughout the semester, which made the workload manageable. Dr. Smoli was very supportive and responsive, always answering emails promptly and providing clear guidance. Overall, the class was well-structured, and not overwhelming.

I found this class to be a very fun and informative course. The discussions on USA Taekwondo were particularly enlightening, providing a real world example for all the things we learned and talked about. One area of improvement would have the announcements and weekly plans be easier to find. Overall had a great year and wish anyone luck who takes

Professor Smoli was great ! He sets clear expectations and helps you throughout the course with whatever you may need. The course included weekly discussions with one test and a research paper that you can work with the professor on to get it where it needs to be.

Online class that's still informative and organized well. The syllabus outlines all of the work that's necessary for the entire semester with clear instructions and their due dates. The professor is always available to communicate and help with all of the assignments. Weekly exercise journals and textbook allow for improvement of fitness knowledge.

Good course for people with knowledge about sports and for beginners in their sports journey. All of the work for the semester is in the syllabus with detailed instructions. A research paper and test are the 2 main assignments and they are easy because the professor helps you along the way. Knowledge gained is useful and explained through research.

The course is asynchronous online, so you can work at your own pace and not have to worry about online class meetings. Both major assignments are due in the first half of the semester, an exam and research paper, but this is designed to reduce stress at the end of the semester. Overall, pretty good class, not super easy but not very hard either.

everything was very straightforward and clear. I liked that our paper was due at midterm time the paper is the big assignment for the class I think utilizing Canvas more could help students remember submission dates. putting a due date on each discussion would make them pop up on students' todo lists, I enjoyed this class very much.

The class was pretty easy! There is just a weekly discussion and then you have to grade students on their posts. He assigns the research paper at the start of the semester and lets you keep turning it in til you get an A which is really nice he gives great feedback to guide you and its nice getting it out of the way early!

If you aren't good at making & keeping your own deadlines or have poor time management, don't take this class. Both the final paper & only exam don't have official due dates online and was easy to procrastinate or prioritize other classes. Otherwise, Smoli is a great guy and shows care towards his students and just wants you to succeed.

Overall, I've realy enjoyed this class. Dr. Smolianov is extremely knowedgeable and attentive to his work as well as students. He is repsonsive and wants you to suceeed. I've appreciated the support and help he has provided me thorughout the semester. This class is well structured and organized for minimal work-load - its easy to keep up. Take it!

I really enjoyed how this course connected sports performance concepts to real-world situations, and I liked how the textbook explained techniques in a clear, practical way. Overall, it was a really helpful class that made learning about performance strategies engaging and easy to understand. He was easy to reach through email and responded quick!

I liked how the class allowed us to focus on wellness overall instead of solely focusing on classic fitness training such as running or lifting weights. I was a bit confused at the syllabus at first, but once I got the hang of it, the expectations ended up being simple. There weren't too many difficult assignments, and I would recommend this class.