Development & Enrichment

Development & Enrichment

Student-Athlete Welfare and Development (SWD) is committed to the holistic development of student-athletes and provides the education, resources and opportunities that support learning and the development of essential life skills vital to student-athletes’ success and achievement at Penn State and beyond.
 
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What We Offer

 

  • Programs and resources focused on four primary areas: Personal and Professional Development; Leadership Development; Community Service and Outreach; Awards and Celebrations. Examples:
  • Resume/Personal Statement/Cover Letter creation, Career/Major Exploration, Interview Prep, Financial Literacy, Social Media Responsibility, Athletic Identity, etc...
  • Networking Lions and Dining Etiquette
  • Safety and Awareness Education (Alcohol/Drugs and Sexual Assault Prevention)
  • Diversity and Inclusion Education
  • First-Year Student-Athlete Summer Bridge
  • Guest Speakers
  • The Athletic Director’s Leadership Institute (ADLI)
  • Reading Rewards Program, Special Olympics, Team Impact, THON, etc...
  • The Nittanys (End of Year All-Sports Celebration)

The Staff

Meighan Julbert

Meighan Julbert

Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development and Enrichment
Myles Dread

Myles Dread

Coordinator for Student-Athlete Development and Enrichment
Braelyn Showell

Braelyn Showell

Big Ten Diversity Intern

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