T-3 program is to train and enable St. Francis College student-athletes to become more competitive in the workforce. A series of career based programs will equip each athlete with the tools needed for professional development beyond their sporting arenas. The T-3 program will offer a range of workshops on various topics. Moreover the goal of the T-3 program is to develop students to become leaders as they evolve into well-rounded individuals.

1. T- 3 Program
Total Terrier Training Program Series
Navigating Student-Athletes
through the Career Development Process
Cheretta Robson
Assistant Director of Career Development
St. Francis College

2. Agenda
• Introduction
• Program Objectives
• Mission and Goals of the T-3 Program
• Program Steps
• Challenges Faced
• Planned Programming
• Program Resources
• Outcomes
• Questions

3. Introduction
Why was the T-3 Program created?
The program was established based off a need exposed
by the NCAA Career in Sports Forum from student
athletes. It was also inspired from a NCAA.
There are over 400,000 NCAA student-athletes and
most of us will go pro in something other than sports.
-NCAA

4. Program Objectives
• T-3 program series was created to enhance services for 200 division
I student athletes at St. Francis College.
• The program fosters basic career skills to improve the career
development process of student-athletes.
• Working with the athletics department to collaborate on student-
athletes professional goals.

5. Mission and Goal
T-3 Program
“STRENGTHEN YOUR CAREER OFFENSE”
Mission Statement
The St. Francis College Career Development Center’s mission is to prepare all students for a rewarding career.
Our ultimate goal is to assist our students in gaining autonomy to develop their own identity and purpose. The T-
3 (Terrier Total Training) program has been established for student-athletes to plan the next step beyond their
sport. The program will provide opportunities to explore career options, develop job search skills, and make
informed career decisions based on their skills and interests. Student-athletes who combine the lessons learned
from athletic competition and the educational opportunities afforded by our college will be well-prepared to
meet the challenges of today’s ever-changing world.
Goal
The goal of the T-3 program is to train and enable St. Francis College student-athletes to become more
competitive in the workforce. A series of career based programs will equip each athlete with the tools needed
for professional development beyond their sporting arenas. The T-3 program will offer a range of workshops on
various topics. Moreover the goal of the T-3 program is to develop students to become leaders as they evolve
into well-rounded individuals.

6. Program Steps
• Created a position (T-3 Coordinator) for a student-athlete to work within the
Career Development Center assisting with marketing, outreach, creation of
interactive workshops and presentations.
• Met with Athletics Director to discuss the program buy in and the benefits
for student-athletes.
• Discuss the T-3 Program with coaches and student-athletes at their
respective meetings.
• Work with the Sports Information Department to gain photos of student-
athletes for the T-3 brochure (on and off the court.)
• E-mail Athletic Director and the Director of Compliance to have workshop
information sent to coaches and student-athletes. E-mails were also sent to
coaches and student-athletes as a reminder follow up from the Career
Development Center.

7. Program Steps
• Worked with the Athletics Department to obtain fall and spring lists of new student-athletes
contact information.
• Promoted events on the Facebook T-3 Program page and posted flyers in all athletic facilities
(i.e., workout areas, lockers, gyms.)
• Programs were planned on Thursdays, 11:10-12:10 (1 hour) during common hour which classes
are not held. Workshops were also held in the dorms from 5 pm- 6 pm before evening
classes.
• Food and giveaways were provided at all workshops.
• A tracking card was given to each student-athlete in attendance. The card tracked
attendance at all career development center related events even outside of the T-3 Program.
After six events were attended student-athletes would receive an incentive. (i.e., school
food service $5.00 gift card, Chipotle gift card, SFC gear)
• Survey student- athletes on the T-3 program
• Upon competition of all the workshops the student-athletes, coaches and full teams would
receive a certificate of recognition and a t-shirt at the Student Athletic Dinner and/or SGA
Awards Dinner.

8. Challenges Faced
• Support from team coaches and athletics
• Funding for the program which money was not
allotted for the pilot program year (2010-2011)
• Fear of low attendance of student-athletes during
their common hour (free period) and in the dorms
(evening.)

9. Planned Career Programing
• Resume and Cover Letter
• Career Fair Preparation
• Interviewing Skills
• Job and Internship Search
• Networking
• Social Media and Personal Branding
• My Plan Career Assessments-Self Assessments

10. T-3 Program Series Resources

11. Program Flyers

12. Program Flyers (cont.)

13. T-3 Program Brochure

14. T-3 Program Brochure (cont.)

15. T-3 Tracking Card

16. T-Shirt Design
Front Back

17. Program Certificates
Student-Athletes

18. Program Certificates
Coaches

19. Program Certificates
Teams

20. T-3 Workshop Survey
Please fill out this survey and you will be entered to win a $25 American Express Gift Card.
1) Did you attend both of the T-3 Program workshops? (Required)
a. Yes
b. No
2) If not, which one did you attend? (drop down and required)
a. Perfect Your Playbook- Resume & Cover Letter
b. Fast Break to the Real World- Job & Internship Search
3) Did you find these workshops useful? (required)
a. Yes
b. No
c. If not, why? ___________________________
4) Was there any information you felt should have been presented that wasn’t?
a. _______________________
5) Do you have a resume?
a. Yes
b. No
6) Have you ever had an internship related to your field?
a. Yes
b. No
7) Do you know what you want as a desired career?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Unsure
If so, what career_________________________________________

21. 8) Select your year:
a. Freshman
b. Sophomore
c. Junior
d. Senior
e. 5th Year Accounting Student
9) Select your major(s):
a. Accounting & Business Law
b. Biology
c. Chemistry & Physics
d. Communication Arts
e. Criminal Justice
f. Economics
g. Education
h. English
i. Health Promotion & Sciences
j. History
k. Honors Program
l. Information Technology
m. International Cultural Studies
n. Management
o. Mathematics
p. Nursing
q. Philosophy
r. Physical Education
s. Physician Assistant
t. Political Science

22. u. Pre-Health Profession Program
v. Professional Studies
w. Psychology
x. Religious Studies
y. Social Studies
z. Sociology
aa. Spanish
10) What sport do you play?
a. Men’s Basketball
b. Men’s Cross Country
c. Men’s Golf
d. Men’s Soccer
e. Men’s Swimming and Diving
f. Men’s Tennis
g. Men’s Track and Field
h. Men’s Water Polo
i. Women’s Basketball
j. Women’s Bowling
k. Women’s Cross Country
l. Women’s Golf
m. Women’s Swimming and Diving
n. Women’s Tennis
o. Women’s Track and Field
p. Women’s Volleyball
q. Women’s Water Polo
11) Name (Optional)
a. _______________________

23. Yearly Career Programs 2010-2011
How to Create Your Game Plan-Resume Writing
Come join the Career Development Center and find out what employers are seeking on your
resume! Get ahead of the game by perfecting your career playbook.
Fast Break to the Real World- Job/Internship Search
Make a fast break and get trained for your next experience! The Career Development Center
will help you get prepared for your dream job or internship.
Don’t be a Rookie at Personal Branding and Social Media
Let your Facebook MAKE you- not BREAK you! Join the Career Development Center in this
workshop to find out how your personal website can help you attract employers instead of
turning them away, while also developing your personal brand.
Interview I.Q: Avoid Belly-Flopping Your Interview
Learn how to “Dress for Success” and make your first impression a lasting one with the help of
the Career Development Center. The interview is the most crucial aspect of getting any job so
preparation is key!

24. Yearly Career Programs 2011-2012
Prepare, Practice, Perfect!-Resume Writing
Come join the Career Development Center to PREPARE, PRACTICE and PERFECT
what employers are seeking on your resume. Prepare yourself for career success!
Don’t Foul Out of Your Interview- Interviewing Strategies
It’s time to take off your jerseys and put on a suit! Learn how to make your first
impression a lasting one with the help of the Career Development Center. Your
interview is the most crucial aspect of getting any job, so preparation is KEY!
Professional Dating: How to Network Like a Pro!
Come join the Career Center and learn how to get the DATE you’re looking for, and
to close the deal for your success.
Have Fun at The Fair- How To Work A Career Fair
Come have FUN and learn how to LAND a job or internship at a career fair.

25. Outcomes
• Increased visits of student-athletes to the career development center.
• T-3 Program is now posted on the SFC Athletic website.
• Two programs were repeated in the fall and spring (on-campus and in the dorms
) 2010-2011. This was 8 programs for the year. 2011-2012 a decrease in dorm
attendance, the program was discontinued in the evening due to a lesser
amount of students in attendance. The program is now 4 workshops a year.
• Funding was received the first year due to a refund the career center received
from a third party. The second year the budget was limited due to no fiscal
increases for the departments new program initiatives.
• 60-40 students attended each workshop in 2010-2011, 40-20 attended each
workshop 2011-2012 The program still exist with funding from other career
budgets.

26. Q&A

27. Winning means you're willing to go longer, work harder, and
give more than anyone else.
- Vince Lombardi

28. T- 3 Program
Total Terrier Training Program Series
Navigating Student-Athletes
through the Career Development Process
Cheretta Robson
Assistant Director of Career Development
St. Francis College