Connecting with Working Professionals and Engaging in Hands-On Participation
The student experience in the SAEM major is intense and conducted with high expectations. Every opportunity for working and networking with professionals — both regionally and nationally — is encouraged. For example, SAEM students recently attended the 20th Annual Performing Arts Managers Conference in New York City where they networked with major arts professionals throughout the nation. Read the feature story here.
In addition, SAEM majors attend industry specific workshops on campus each semester. Here are a few examples of previous workshops held at Point Park:
- The Business of Creating a Movie
- Current TV Trends
- Entertainment Economic Forecast
- A Look Inside the Music Business
- Panelists from Consol Energy Center
- PromoWest Stage AE Workshop
Students and alumni give feedback on the SAEM program:
"The sport, arts and entertainment management program at Point Park University has opened my eyes on how to apply what we learn in class to the real world. It has pushed me to grow outside of the academic environment by reaching out to those organizations in our community."
- Frank McDade, marketing consultant, Second City Communications, Chicago. Frank's internships included IMPAQT, Quantum Theatre, Beaver County Times and Donna Delejar Casting.
"I have been able to make my aspirations of finding an incredible job come true. The SAEM professors as well as the classes I took not only inspired me to become an entrepreneur but also prepared me for the corporate world."
- Joseph Adams, social media coordinator, Blackrock/iShares, San Francisco. Joseph interned with Modern Images Art gallery, The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, Payne Mansion Event Venues, Simayof Jewelers Event Vendors, Bricolage Theatre companies and Stage Right theatre school.
"The professors in the SAEM are so great and offer lots of hands-on experience. I look to them as role models and mentors in the sport, art and entertainment industries."
- Rachel Kernic, SAEM major. Rachel has done internships with The Event Group and a nightclub in Pittsburgh's Strip District. She also helped launch Glitzburgh, a fashion show benefiting Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
"I'm a city girl and came to Point Park because of its urban campus. The SAEM program is very unique and really appealed to me."
- Anna DeLattre, SAEM major. Anna has interned for the television show "House" and also helped implement Glitzburgh.
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