After watching 4 of the Youtube videos from the list, it gave me a better idea on how to be successful in navigating for a job. I plan on looking for career opportunities by networking and doing an internship to better understand the sports industry. Being a student-athlete gives me an advantage in this aspect because I have a lot of connections through administrators and coaches that I can take advantage of. The message that I want employers to receive about my skills and abilities is that I am extremely hard working and able to adjust to any situation. Being a Division 1 athlete for four years has shown me how to best play a role in an organization and the skills necessary to be successful as a group and individually. I will communicate
I have been a four year letter-winner in volleyball and basketball. Athletics have been a crucial part of developing my character and work ethic. In sports, you must work together with your team to reach your goals. Trust and communication skills are vital and are tested every day. The failure and setbacks I have faced through sports have helped me to believe in myself and have the self-confidence that it takes to be successful in athletics and in life. As a senior captain of the volleyball and basketball teams, my leadership has improved tremendously as high school has progressed. Being a leader holds me accountable and I aim to be a role model for younger teammates on the court, in the classroom, and in the community.
Athletics have influenced my career goals because it has taught me to never give up on what I believe in and what I want to achieve. Sports have also taught me that success comes with hardwork and dedication and in order to succeed in my career I have to be dedicated and spend a lot of time and effort to learn the skill of nursing. Sports have also taught me that in order to succeed in the workforce I need to be able to work with people I don’t necessarily enjoy spending time with, and again this happens in athletics but in the end you need to put your differences aside to obtain the greater
When I was accepted into the University of Oklahoma, I was not aware of the tradition or prestige that the football team carried. Moreover, I had no idea about the honor it was to don the crimson and cream in the arena of athletics. And, I never envisioned rooming with them. I enjoyed sports, but I loved reading and writing more. Initially, I was focused on building a collegiate career that one day would propel me to my goal of studying law. Yet, the more time I spent interacting with the athletes, the more parallels I noticed between their personalities and mine. Their diligence, perseverance and compassion were all traits that I could identify with since they were reflective of me. For the most part, the majority of the athletes were hungry to achieve and they desired knowledge at all costs; a combination that still resonates with me today.
The student athlete is a term often used to describe a member of the student body at an institution as well as a member of one of the schools athletic teams. This is not a label that includes students who play recreational sports during their leisure time; this term is used for those students who split their time between athletics and academics.
Both on an off the field, my enthusiasm and motivation to obtain a goal is a trait that I am very proud of. I have faced many tasks where a leader had needed to step up and I am always willing to do so. I am also willing to get help when I need it. If I can’t complete a task by myself I do not mind asking a classmate, teammate, friend or a teacher for guidance. By bringing that openness and leadership to University of Charleston’s Athletic Training Program I believe that I can also attribute to the University of Charleston’s Mission Statement “to educate each student for a life of productive work, enlightened living, and community involvement.” By bettering the Athletic Training community by providing care to our Athletes I believe that I will be a great addition to the Athletic Training
I got my degree to fulfill my mother's dream. And now I'm writing this letter to you to fulfill my dream. I understand that I'm facing a tremendous challenge, but I'm confident that I'm up for it. The good ones rely on their athletic ability, but the great ones utilize their mind in order to get the most out of their athletic ability. If you draft me, know that I have no plans on being just
Lamarr Monterio, a sophomore wide receiver at Northeastern University, propelled his high school football team, Oliver Ames, into a winning team.
College is a time for young people to develop and grow not only in their education, but social aspects as well. One of the biggest social scenes found around college campuses are athletic events, but where would these college sports be without their dedicated athletes? Student athletes get a lot of praise for their achievements on the field, but tend to disregard the work they accomplish in the classroom. Living in a college environment as a student athlete has a great deal of advantages as well as disadvantages that affect education and anti-intellectualism.
After all of my research, and an interview with my future teammate, that these are all great things that will prepare me to be a college athlete. There is more to being a collegiate athlete other than just playing the sport and going to class. I think that it is what most people do not realize. Character and integrity are some of the main aspects that are a part of playing sports in college. In my time at Grace Bible College, all of my teammates have accepted me, and have made me feel welcome. They trust me and have taken me on their team as a newcomer. My visit there made me fall in love with the campus, and as soon as I stepped into the gym, I knew that this is where I
Learning from some of the best facualty in the Recreation field has prepared me a wide array of job opportunities. Courses in Event Planning, Park Planning, Tourism Management and Outdoor Recreation Leadership have given me the skills and knowledge to be a successful recreation specialist and program manager.
For decades there has been a debate on student athletes and their drive to succeed in the classroom. From the very beginning of organized college level athletics, the goal to want to succeed in athletics has forced students to put academics to the back burner. In spite of the goal to want to succeed over a hundred years of attempts to check limits of intercollegiate athletic programs on colleges' academic standards still seems to struggle to this day. This brings to surface one of the most asked questions in sports, “What effect does college sports have on academics and economics?” Herbert D. Simons, Derek Van Rheenen, and Martin V. Covington, authors of “Academic Motivation and the Student Athlete” researched the topic on whether athletics and academics benefit each other. Bryan Flynn, the author of “College Sports vs. Academics” poses the question “Should institutions of higher learning continue to involve themselves in athletic programs that often turn out to be virtual arms races for recruiting talented players who bring big money and prestige, but put academics to the back burner?” Although both authors agree that sports have an impact on an athlete’s academics, the focus of their argument differs.
I wanted to make myself marketable and have a “Plan B” just in case I couldn’t secure a job in athletic training right away. Throughout my career, I have taught middle school remedial math in the computer lab, sixth grade math, and elementary physical education. Here it is almost eighteen years later and my “Plan B” has turned out to be my “plan everything”. I was the assistant athletic trainer for seven years and had to resign to take care of my mom who was diagnosed with cancer. After her death, it was difficult to acquire another athletic training position here in my city, however that changed this year after a ten-year
Over the past years, I knew that the cost of attending a good college was going to place financial stress on me and my family. One of the ways I could help offset those costs were to achieve success in the classroom and on the baseball field. I understand the importance of keeping my GPA as high as possible and having a good ACT score. Volunteering in the community and becoming a strong leader and role model the past four years has been a top priority for me. I hope my experiences and achievements will help qualify me top scholarships. I have also tried to excel in my sport in hopes to qualify for additional scholarships. Once in college, I will be enrolled in work study and intern programs so that I am more marketable when I graduate. I do
I want to apply to college track because I need some tutoring in math and physics, I also want to be able to be prepared for the ACT Test. I also want to be sure that I have a high eligibility for college when I apply for a college. I want to improve my social skills and overcome obstacles that might come on my way. I would also like to have support when I'm applying for a college or when I'm in College. I'm applying to college track to help me keep my GPA up and to have support when I'm having troubles in my classes. If I got accepted to the program I would benefit by taking advantage of the tutoring that is offered to me, it can benefit me by becoming more socially active with others than just keeping to myself, helping out with all the kids
The ‘Friday Night Lights’ have always been accompanied by their fair share of controversies, from TV shows like Friday Night Tykes, to sports related injuries. These debates are especially relevant when the topic is student athletes. High school and youth league sports have always been a popular way to get kids involved and keep them active. They not only gain the confidence required in order to preform on a field in front of a crowd of people but also acquire a group of teammates and friends who are also involved in the same sport. Being engaged in sports at the school level also includes a certain requirement in regards to grades and GPA, which is a very enticing benchmark for kids with a desire to play. In todays society, juvenile crimes are ever present, arguably in relation to boredom. According to