The University of Mississippi Athletics
Ole Miss Hosts "Backpack to Briefcase" Dinner
9/15/2010 | Rebel Ready
Sept. 15, 2010
OXFORD, Miss. - The Ole Miss athletics department's Rebel Ready program recently hosted its annual "Backpack to Briefcase" Etiquette/Networking Dinner for more than 60 student-athletes.
This program is an interactive five-course meal designed to provide junior and senior student-athletes with the first steps toward their desired careers. Through networking with M-Club Alumni members and business leaders, student-athletes have an opportunity to learn about the job search process and the world of work from those who understand it most.
Toni Avant, Career Center Director, served as the facilitator for the event. Approximately 12 former athletes and local business leaders served as table mentors, offering career advice and sharing life lessons regarding pursuing successful careers.
Mike Robbins, former M-Club Alumni President, shared closing remarks. He encouraged student-athletes to continue developing relationships with their peers and others that will benefit them after their playing careers end. He also stressed the importance of networking and how Ole Miss will benefit them well beyond their collegiate careers.
Jamil Northcutt, Ole Miss Assistant Athletics Director for Internal Operations, said the event was a huge success.
"Events such as this are paramount for our student-athletes' success," Northcutt said. "The skills learned from the etiquette dinner will help prepare our student-athletes for life now and after their athletic careers. Most importantly, it will give them confidence as future business professionals."
The athletics department would like to thank the Ole Miss Alumni Association and M-Club Alumni Chapter for their generous support of this event.
