Journal of Olympic Studies
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The peer-reviewed journal for the Center for Sociocultural Sport and Olympic Research at California State University Fullerton
Joined May 2020
Dive into the story of the Olympic Gateway, the stunning sculpture that bridged the worlds of art & sport at the 1984 Games. Bold, boundary‑pushing, & culturally transformative, it reimagined LA as a global arts capital. Read Loup's article out now in 6.2:
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Abstract The Olympic Gateway acted as the centerpiece of the Olympic Arts Festival and as an enduring legacy of the 1984 Games in Los Angeles. The artwork was created by sculptor Robert Graham and...
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Loving the Olympics? See Redihan's article in 6.2 Reagan’s support for the Olympics during the boycott era was gold medalworthy. He leveraged the Games into patriotic & appealing campaign rhetoric, further demonstrating his understanding of their political utility.
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The Olympics are just days away! Learn about the legacy of previous Games in Weitzmann/Preuss's latest article in 6.1. where they take a closer look at the legacy of the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich and examine the factors that contributed to its success.
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Abstract. The Olympic Games and the sports venues built for them attract considerable attention. The 1972 Olympic Games in Munich made a significant contribution to urban development at the time....
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New article alert! How did the US and Canada navigate Cold War politics in deciding to boycott the 1980 Moscow Olympics? Rice's comparative study reveals the political pressures, corporate influence, and athlete resistance behind the decision. https://t.co/jjVTkVCoJO
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Abstract. This article compares the American and Canadian decisions to boycott the 1980 Moscow Summer Olympics across three realms. The first section explores how the boycott was decided and execut...
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Out now in issue 6.2-Discover how sport involvement shapes community support and quality of life during the Youth Olympic Games. See Kaplanidou et al's study which reveals key psychological drivers behind residents’ event perceptions and legacy impacts. https://t.co/SFzI6OOPqv
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Issue 6.2 is out now! Amazing articles that cover a range of issues--art legacies, boycotts, sports venues, and more.
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The Journal of Olympic Studies is the official peer reviewed publication of the Center for Sociocultural Sport and Olympic Research (CSSOR).
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Milan26 is only 100 days away! Explore the history of the Olympics & sustainability with Graham et al's systematic review of research highlighting progress, gaps, and new opportunities for scholars to explore environmental sustainability and the Games. https://t.co/rowAutehBg
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How sustainable are mega sport events? Yannick et al's new study presents a framework for ecological cost-benefit analysis (ECBA) to assess and improve environmental impacts. Out now in issue 6.1 https://t.co/a0Z9A2bNKO
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Issue 6.1: Kietlinksi explores how massive sports infrastructure projects in Japan have faced growing scrutiny over their economic/environmental costs, reflecting declining public enthusiasm for large-scale sport developments amid increased climate concern
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Abstract. Japan has played a significant and pioneering role in the Olympic Movement for well over a century. Not only was it the first nation outside of Europe and North America to have a member on...
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Out now in 6.1: Dean's research on how the Winter Olympics' growing reliance on fake snow highlights the IOC’s failure to align with its own sustainability goals—raising urgent questions about climate, greenwashing, and the future of snow sports.
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What took the IOC so long to adopt an environmental policy? Check out Shuman/Vonnard's article in 6.1 which employs archival materials to elucidate the rise btwn the early 1970s-early 1990s of different parties and actors calling on the IOC to address environmental issues.
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NEW ISSUE ALERT!! Check out our latest special issue which focuses on the impact of climate change on the Olympic Games. Read guest editor, J. Brice’s introduction to get an overview of all of the amazing pieces featured in the issue.
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What is "Olympic Education"? Dive into the philosophy of Olympism—a balanced blend of sport, culture, & education that aims to enrich lives through the joy of effort. Discover the essence behind the IOC's Olympic Charter in Barney's note in issue 5.2.
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Out now in 5.2! Sean Dinces reviews the M68 exhibit at Centro Cultural Universitario. The exhibit takes visitors through how Mexico’s planning for the 1968 Olympic Games helped shape the evolution of nation’s student movement and its popular artwork.
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Before the 1996 Olympics, Kenyan runners faced a choice: train in Mississippi or chase prizes in Europe. For those that competed, the KAAA called them deserters, while Hattiesburg spun it into a tourism win. Discover how Olympic ideals were used for commercial gain in issue 5.2
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Out now in 5.2: O'Mahony's article that foregrounds the importance of visual culture as evidence for Olympic historians whilst also exposing how such engagements raises vital questions not only about the past, but simultaneously about contemporary society and culture.
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As the NBA playoffs heat up, take a look at @dahccarlson article in issue 5.2: The first Olympic basketball tournament ever almost started with a height limit rule that would've disqualified almost the entire American team. Luckily, this rule had only a "short" life. Link in bio
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How do you feel about the inclusion of new sport such as skateboarding surfing and kite boarding into the Olympic Games? This round table discussion in our latest issue 5.2, offers insightful perspectives from six experts. 📸: Jose Borrero, https://t.co/C0OQ58t6wd
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Check out issue, 5.2!!!! An amazing collection of essays including a roundtable dissecting action sports in the Olympics, an analysis of basketball policies from the 1936 Games, a review of the M68 exhibit in Mexico City, and so much more! https://t.co/EdBMN2vwuu
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Every year, CSUF runs study abroad to Greece for students learn about the Crown Games and experience a new culture. Please consider donating to this once in a lifetime opportunity for our students! Your donation directly funds our deserving students' trip! https://t.co/poL3tkfcPO
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