University of Minnesota Athletics
Gophers Host Annual Academic Pro Day
11/24/2025 8:38:00 AM | Athletics, Student-Athlete Development
The annual Pro Day event for the 2025–2026 academic year brought together more than 450 Golden Gopher student-athletes from every class year and sport. This transformative career-readiness experience offered student-athletes the chance to connect, explore, and prepare for life beyond competition.
During Pro Day, student-athletes had the opportunity to network with 38 different companies representing a wide range of industries. Throughout the event, they were able to engage in meaningful conversations with employers, gain insight into internship and job opportunities, and learn more about potential career paths that align with their interests and strengths.
A highlight of the event included an alumni panel featuring former Gophers student-athletes. This diverse group of alumni included recent graduates navigating their first job out of college as well as those further into their professional career. Representing multiple sports and career paths, these alumni shared honest reflections about transitioning out of athletics, navigating early career steps, and leveraging skills developed as student-athletes.
During Pro Day, student-athletes had the opportunity to network with 38 different companies representing a wide range of industries. Throughout the event, they were able to engage in meaningful conversations with employers, gain insight into internship and job opportunities, and learn more about potential career paths that align with their interests and strengths.
A highlight of the event included an alumni panel featuring former Gophers student-athletes. This diverse group of alumni included recent graduates navigating their first job out of college as well as those further into their professional career. Representing multiple sports and career paths, these alumni shared honest reflections about transitioning out of athletics, navigating early career steps, and leveraging skills developed as student-athletes.
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