HUNTSVILLE, Texas, Oct. 24 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news release:
SHSU's sport management program was one of six academic programs represented at the Sport and Entertainment Career Fair at Minute Maid Park on Oct. 1.
Twelve SHSU sport management students participated in the fair to network with professionals and learn more about the opportunities available with organizations such as the Houston Aeros, Houston Astros, Houston Dynamo, Houston Rockets, Houston Texans and Reliant Park, according to Ryan Zapalac, associate professor of sport management.
'This was a tremendous opportunity that the Houston sports community provided our students,' said Zapalac, who is also the sport management internship coordinator. 'They were able to gain excellent insight into the industry and were also able to receive focused attention from representatives from each of the organizations. In addition, we were able to strengthen our ties with these organizations in order to increase future professional development opportunities for students.'
The event was hosted by the Houston Astros and sought to bring together representatives from major sport organizations and academic programs in Houston and surrounding areas.
'The purpose of the fair was to help make students and graduates aware of opportunities in the sports industry,' said Alice Fisher, health and kinesiology department chair. 'The fair also focused on making potential students aware of educational programs in sport management.'
SHSU was also represented at the fair through the work of Mickal Terry, Houston Astros ticket sales intern and sport management graduate student, who assisted with the event, as well as the SHSU Athletic Department, which was the lone university athletic department attending.
David Paitson, associate athletic director for external operations, attended to interact with local organizations and speak to individuals who may be interested in working with SHSU athletics.
At the conclusion of the activities, students had the opportunity to meet with Glenda Morrison and Larry Stokes, human resources directors for the Houston Texans and Houston Astros, respectively. Audience members were able to ask questions about the hiring process and gain insight into the qualities that organizations are looking for.
'Overall, this was a wonderful collaborative effort and we can't thank the Houston Astros enough for hosting the fair,' Zapalac said. 'We very much appreciate the continued effort they put into helping our students succeed in the industry.' For any query with respect to this article or any other content requirement, please contact Editor at htsyndication@hindustantimes.com
