Business & Sport Management with Hayden

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Let’s check in with Hayden, a Sport Management major who overcame personal challenges to explore new talents and career opportunities in Shawnee State’s C.H. Lute School of Business. In these programs, students can learn through interactive courses and hands-on experiences. Hayden, we can’t wait to hear about your journey. Please take it away.

– Thanks, Alex. What’s up everyone? I knew after graduating high school, I wanna find somewhere close to home that felt like home, and I found that here at Shawnee State, whether it’s the friends I’ve made, the faculty in the athletic or academic department or the professors in the classroom, everything here at Shawnee State just felt right. I’m a pitcher for the baseball team, but my journey took an unexpected turn when I was diagnosed with a heart condition that sidelined me from playing this season, and possibly in the future. While this was a tough reality to face, it opened new doors for me to grow in other ways. I’m proud to be part of Shawnee State’s Sports Management Program, where I’ve gained valuable skills in media and communication, which led me to join the school’s Student Media Team. Now, I get to stay connected to the game I love by filming and creating content for the team. It’s been an incredible way for me to still be a part of the team while building hands-on skills for my future career. Since first arrived here as a freshman, I’ve always felt welcomed and amazed at the kindness from others and their willingness to help. Whether it’s advisor helping me with classes, a coach helping me become a better athlete, or even campus security jumping my truck when my battery went dead, everyone here at Shawnee is friendly and helpful. Looking ahead, I’m excited to keep building skills in sports management media while staying connected to the game of baseball. This journey has taught me resilience and the importance of adapting to new opportunities around me. Thanks for following my story. Now, I’ll throw it back to you, Alex.

– That was so inspiring, Hayden. Personal growth among students is just as important as academic achievement. At Shawnee State, the faculty and administration are doing their part to help students find both and build their resumes for successful and exciting careers. That was awesome, Hayden. Thanks again.