Student Success Story

Val Gotelaer is a graduate of the Sports & Recreation Management program. Immediately after graduating, she transferred to University of Windsor by way of a transfer agreement and completed her Bachelor of Kinesiology. After that, she secured a position at the Sarnia Riding Club as the Recreation & Events Coordinator. She currently works for the Sarnia Sting and credits both her internship experience with the same organization and her position at the Sarnia Riding Club.

A headshot of student, Val Gotelaer.

"Being able to use my experience and prior knowledge as an intern gave me a head start to being successful," said Val.

"Through collaborative class environments and real life experiences in school, I was prepared to be a beneficial employee to my employer."