“This Career Discovery Week allowed me to learn about many fields of expertise, which certainly sparked my interest. Taking tours of the facilities highlighted the behind-the-scenes of these amazing companies as well. I was grateful to receive career and life advice from the many speakers, and I certainly took it to heart. The final event of the networking social also gave me the ability to hone in on and utilize my communication skills!”

Quinton Hood
Freshman, Mechanical Engineering — Clemson University

“This trip was very beneficial for me, it allowed me to gather more knowledge about what my dreams and aspirations of pursuing my real estate career. I was able to fellowship with many different people that came from a variety of backgrounds. Overall, I would highly recommend this for anyone that is interested in finding new avenues that mold around their wants and needs within the workforce.”

Kevin Swint
Graduate, Speech Communications — Georgia State University

“This career week trip was an incredible opportunity to explore different industries, connect with professionals, and gain insight into potential career paths. Visiting seven different companies and engaging in Q&A sessions helped me better understand what I’m looking for in a future job. The career fair and networking event were especially valuable in building relationships and learning about opportunities I might not have considered before. What stood out the most was how open and willing professionals were to share their experiences and advice.”

Emily Brough
Senior, Accounting — Clemson

“This trip has provided me an opportunity to see multiple industries and successful entrepreneurs. It has allowed me to understand networking and how to make it as a tool to better my life. It has allowed me to understand the importance of making an impactful impression on people so that your name can speak for you even in rooms you aren’t in.”

Jaheim Scott
Senior, Mechanical Engineering — Clemson University

“Great trip, I learned so much in the span of four days. The people that attended the trip with me were also great choices. What stood out the most was the love I felt from everybody around me.”

Christopher Barr
Junior, Business Management — North Greenville University

“My experience with this trip was nothing but positive. I appreciate the range of companies and industries that we were exposed to and learned a lot about various industries that may not have been on my radar. I definitely took heed and note of everything that was said across the board. I was able to push myself outside of my comfort zone a bit, connect and meet with peers as well as industry professionals and leaders. This opportunity was such a blessing, and I am super appreciative that I was able to attend.”

Taj Blair
Graduate, Architecture (Travel & Tourism Minor) — Clemson University

“My experience on this trip was phenomenal. I loved the interaction that we had with each company. Rashard having genuine connections with them made the experience with companies we never met before feel even more genuine.”

Malcolm Reed
Senior, Information Technology — North Carolina Central University

“I was just blown away by the overall quality of the experience with each company. Every day was expertly planned to maximize our time to expand our knowledge and opportunity to learn from each company. I 1000% recommend this to any student-athlete who is looking for an opportunity to grow and learn.”

Jonathan Bowden
Graduate Student, Finance (MBA) — Anderson University

“I had an incredible time at the organizations. The atmosphere was electric, and the energy from the ScholarAthElites was contagious. The organizers did a fantastic job ensuring everything ran smoothly, and the entertainment was top-notch. It was truly a memorable experience that I won’t soon forget.”

Lamarion Linton
Junior, Sports Management — Livingstone College

“This experience reinforced that true leadership isn’t just about strategy or success; it’s about creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and empowered. What stood out most was the unwavering commitment to family, community, and long-term growth. Whether in sports, business, or life, the organizations that thrive are the ones that invest in people first. This trip was a powerful reminder that when you take care of your people, success naturally follows.”

Donquarius Parker
Junior, Behavioral and Social Sciences — North Carolina Central University

“My time on this trip was great as a whole. I got to meet new people, build new connections, and network. I also feel that I bettered myself on this trip as far as talking to people and selling myself and marketing myself. But the thing that stood out to me the most on the trip was that some CEOs or people that are in charge of a company didn’t always start there, or what they do now they didn’t major in in college. But overall, the experience was great. I’ll do it again if I get the chance to.”

Markell Quick
Junior, Information Technology — North Carolina Central University

“This trip not only was eye-opening but life-changing. I learned so much valuable information and met so many amazing people. This trip was able to put me in front of CEOs, successful entrepreneurs, and people in high-ranking positions of their respective company.”

Marcus Sims
Junior, Kinesiology — Anderson University

“The amount of experiences we got for free is unbelievable. The team was great, and we were all dedicated to bettering ourselves. The part that stood out the most was the entrepreneur panel because of the knowledge we received that is never taught at a university.”

Jacob Cooley
Graduate Student, MBA — Anderson University

“This trip exceeded my expectations in every way. I was able to learn so much about different industries that I had limited knowledge in and learn the importance of networking and how to do that on a daily basis. I was pushed out of my comfort zone in many areas, which was extremely beneficial in my professional development. Overall, after this trip I feel more confident and prepared when thinking about my future career and have a better understanding of how I can take my skills I’ve acquired over the years into the workplace. I learned more this week to help my professional development than the last 20 years of my life.”

Robinson Sanders
Sophomore, Business Management — Anderson University

“Attending Scholar AthELITE was an incredible experience that allowed me to network with professionals from various industries, helping me gain insight into different career paths. It provided me with the opportunity to connect with multiple companies, which broadened my perspective on potential opportunities. Additionally, speaking in front of others during the event helped me build confidence in my communication skills. Overall, it was a valuable experience that contributed to both my personal and professional growth.”

Wesley Beckett
Junior, Electrical Engineering — Anderson University

“Scholar AthELITE provided an amazing professional development experience that allowed me to grow off the court and outside of the classroom. As a senior, this trip was significant in helping me network, and I really enjoyed doing this alongside like-minded student-athletes. I think what stood out most was all the varying types of attorneys, showing a plethora of fields I could get into.”

Olivia Garner
Senior, Criminal Justice / Sociology and History — Averett University

“The trip was an incredible experience and a valuable opportunity to explore a wide range of industries. What stood out the most was the chance to connect with professionals across various fields and engage directly with key leaders from major companies. Gaining insight into their successes and learning from their challenges provided invaluable lessons for the future.”

Julian “Alex” Ledford
Sophomore, Kinesiology — Anderson University

“What stood out to me the most is how everyone knew the position we were in. They lived life longer and gave us a lot of reassurance that if and after sports end, we have all the tools we need to attack the real world and be successful.”

Deandre Arnold-Gaskin
Graduate Student, Food and Nutritional Sciences — North Carolina A&T State University

“This trip was an amazing experience for me. There’s many things that I could list that were all great blessings for the student-athletes like myself. One thing specifically is that this million-dollar opportunity was completely free. You couldn’t put a price tag on how large this opportunity is for us athletes, so I think that how big this free event was for us athletes was what stood out the most to me.”

Camron Johnson
Sophomore, Supply Chain Management — Anderson University (SC)

“What stood out the most to me on this trip was how willing employers were to hire athletes. Being around like-minded student-athletes helped me get out of my comfort zone and engage with successful people. This helped me network and gain advice for the next coming years after college.”

Donovan Shepard
Junior, Sports Management — Hampton University

“This career discovery trip was a great opportunity to get out and network with different companies and CEOs. I can personally say that this opportunity has opened doors for me I didn’t know were there. One thing Rashard Hall said to me that stuck with me was, ‘It’s not about what you know but who you know, and more importantly who knows you.’”

Jayden Easterwood
Sophomore, Accounting — Anderson University

“The trip was nothing but amazing. I was able to make some great connections and get some great advice. Apart from that, I was able to talk to companies and see how I can fit in their company.”

Juan Velarde
Graduate Student, MBA — North Carolina Central University

“I absolutely loved this trip. It was a great experience for me and my decisions for what I will do after college. I learned valuable information that I will be able to use for years and years to come. I was given the opportunity to build connections that, if I keep, will take me and help me through life. It took me outside of my comfort zone.

Tyler Wesley
Junior, Secondary Education — Anderson University (SC)

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