UB’s Hannah Sullivan Attends NCAA Career In Sport Forum
6/13/2022 11:21:00 AM | Cross Country, General, Track and Field
BUFFALO, NY – UB's Hannah Sullivan, a junior on the cross country and track and field teams, was one of 200 student-athletes selected nationally to attend the NCAA's Career in Sport Forum, which was held at the NCAA's headquarters in Indianapolis from June 2-5.
"I am so grateful to have been selected to attend such a wonderful event sponsored by the NCAA," said Sullivan. "Each day we got to listen and interact with influential people in sports, both college and professional. We had multiple small group sessions that allowed me to hone in on my transferable skills, and I was able to reflect on these skills with my other group members. I was able to expand my leadership abilities, while highlighting the skills I already possess and the ones that need improvement. These skills will surely benefit my future career in sports."
The forum allows attendees to network with peers and decision-makers at the campus, conference, and national level of college athletics. Content will meet the following program objectives:
"I was able to meet so many people that have similar interests as me, and this helped me grow as an individual throughout the weekend," Sullivan added. "A few takeaways from the weekend from our wonderful speakers: the time is now, be yourself, have confidence, and know your why! We also learned the power of connections and networking, and I was able to improve these skills greatly. The various speakers touched on so many different aspects of a career in sport, and it only solidified my dream of become a sports lawyer. This is an experience I will never forget, and I am so grateful to have met so many amazing people, while learning so much in the process."
The Career in Sports Forum is an annual educational program that brings together 200 selected NCAA student-athletes to learn about and explore potential careers in sports, particularly college athletics. This unique three-day forum helps student-athletes chart their career paths. Participants network with and learn from current athletics professionals. Attendees are nominated by their school or conference and must be at least in their third year as a student-athlete.
"I am so grateful to have been selected to attend such a wonderful event sponsored by the NCAA," said Sullivan. "Each day we got to listen and interact with influential people in sports, both college and professional. We had multiple small group sessions that allowed me to hone in on my transferable skills, and I was able to reflect on these skills with my other group members. I was able to expand my leadership abilities, while highlighting the skills I already possess and the ones that need improvement. These skills will surely benefit my future career in sports."
The forum allows attendees to network with peers and decision-makers at the campus, conference, and national level of college athletics. Content will meet the following program objectives:
- Educate participants on how personal strengths intersect with career opportunities.
- Provide participants with tangible experiences that will push them forward in their aspiration for a career in sports.
- Explore professional and career development strategies to help the transition to a career in the sports industry.
- Learn about the role of an intercollegiate coach, athletics administrator, and national governing body staff member.
"I was able to meet so many people that have similar interests as me, and this helped me grow as an individual throughout the weekend," Sullivan added. "A few takeaways from the weekend from our wonderful speakers: the time is now, be yourself, have confidence, and know your why! We also learned the power of connections and networking, and I was able to improve these skills greatly. The various speakers touched on so many different aspects of a career in sport, and it only solidified my dream of become a sports lawyer. This is an experience I will never forget, and I am so grateful to have met so many amazing people, while learning so much in the process."
The Career in Sports Forum is an annual educational program that brings together 200 selected NCAA student-athletes to learn about and explore potential careers in sports, particularly college athletics. This unique three-day forum helps student-athletes chart their career paths. Participants network with and learn from current athletics professionals. Attendees are nominated by their school or conference and must be at least in their third year as a student-athlete.
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