Emma McCamus Selected to Attend NCAA Career in Sports Forum
Central Connecticut senior Emma McCamus of the women's basketball team was selected to participate in the 2021 Career in Sports Forum which is put on by the NCAA and its Leadership Development office. The forum, which will be held from May 26-28, will help student-athletes chart their career paths, while presenting copious opportunities for attendees to learn from current industry leaders.
To be chosen to attend the forum, student-athletes were nominated by their school or conference. The three-day forum prepares junior and senior student-athletes for a career after graduation. The forum helps student-athletes learn more about themselves as leaders by exposing them to projects that require critical thinking as well as practical experiences that will strengthen their personal and professional skills and competencies. Through their participation, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of roles within the athletics industry and how their personal and professional interests align with potential career paths.
McCamus appeared in 90 games for the Blue Devils in her career. She scored over 700 career points and contributed better than 1.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and nearly 1.0 steals per game. Before having her senior season cut short by injury, McCamus was scoring 12.6 points per game on 44.0 percent shooting overall and 34.5 percent shooting on three-pointers. A standout in the classroom as well, McCamus was a member of the Northeast Conference Academic Honor Roll and the Northeast Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll.
In the past, forum sessions have included how student-athletes can become more aware of their inner strengths, how to develop a career plan, practical approaches to the job search, how to navigate as a young professional in the athletics industry, the role of an athletics administrator and head coach, and other motivational and key messaging from speakers. The athletes also will have opportunities to engage in breakout sessions where they will engage in guided discussions to further curriculum understanding and build community with other student-athletes. A student-athlete task force also was created to identify and develop specific sessions where student-athletes expressed particular interest.
The diverse lineup of student-athletes who will particpate, represent colleges and universities from all three divisions, numerous academic majors and many sports. The forum was expanded and moved to a virtual forum in 2020 to provide more guidance and education in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Forum speakers will include directors of athletics, representatives from athletics academic services, athletic conference offices, head coaches, and officials in business and professional sports.
The NCAA leadership development department provides professional and personal development for the entire Association, including student-athletes, coaches and administrators, through accessible resources, strategic partnerships and annual customized programming. For more information go to www.NCAA.org/leadershipdevelopment.
