Hometown: Monroe, LA

Degree: M.S. in Sport Administration, 2011

What are the responsibilities of your current position?

I oversee and manage all activities of LTAC, including the annual fund membership campaign, special events, and cultivating relationships with alumni, donors, and the Ruston community. I also manage the Louisiana Tech Lettermen’s Club. Another responsibility is overseeing all premium seating options for football at Louisiana Tech, as well as parking and tailgating.

How did your education at MSU help prepare you for your field?

The education I received at Mississippi State played a vital role in preparing me for my future in athletic development. It provided me with a broad understanding of what skills and expertise I would need to move forward in my career and the best practices that are currently being used in our field.

What advice would you give current students looking for internships or jobs in your field?

My advice to current students looking for internships or jobs is to do whatever it takes to make yourself aware of the roles and responsibilities for each position inside an athletic department. Try to get a position that you believe is right for you. Once you have that position, take time getting to know the people in the department and find out what they do and offer to help out in any way you can. This will give you a better understanding, after your internship or first job, of what you want to do moving forward in your career.