Athletics / Graduate Student with Joseph

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Manhattan University is known for Division 1 athletics in the competitive Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, better known as the MAAC. Let’s meet Joe. He’s joining the college tour to speak about his time as a student athlete at Manhattan University and also being a recent graduate and current MBA candidate. Joe, please take it away.

– Thanks, Alex. Hey, everyone. So ever since I can remember, I’ve loved being in the water. I started swimming competitively about 15 years ago. And inspired by my dad’s career in accounting, I came to Manhattan University to follow in his footsteps while also being part of the swim team and something bigger than myself. I first came to Manhattan as an accounting major, and I spent four years swimming for the Jaspers. During that time, I helped bring Manhattan University its first gold medal at the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Championships, and I also set three school records. Being part of the swim team has taught me how to manage my time and balance my academics, my athletics, and leadership. Since getting my undergraduate degree, I’m now helping the team continue in its winning ways as a graduate assistant coach. Academically, the professors here have been incredible mentors. They really get to know each of their students. On top of that, Manhattan University also offers their Mentor Program, which connected me with a professional accountant who also graduated from the institution. I got to grow my professional network within my first year of school here. Being part of a small school, you’ll get to know the entire community. I had the chance to build meaningful relationships with all of the brothers on campus. We take time to check in on a personal level. With all the career support, I earned a full-time offer with PricewaterhouseCoopers, where I’ll be starting as an audit associate after completing my MBA. Being both a student and a coach has shown me what true leadership looks like, serving others, staying disciplined, and bringing people together around a common goal. Manhattan University has prepared me for everything ahead, and I’m proud to carry on my dad’s legacy while also building my own. That’s my story. Back to you, Alex.

– From setting records on the swim team to working with career coaches and landing his first accounting position, Joe has balanced academics, athletics, and leadership to his advantage. Joe reminds future Jaspers that being part of a college community means being part of a team. Thanks for sharing, Joe.