The Cathy & John Pelusi Family Life Skills Program is dedicated to preparing Pitt student-athletes for success both during and after their collegiate careers. The program offers a comprehensive framework that fosters both personal and professional growth, ensuring student-athletes are well-equipped for the challenges of life beyond sports.
Through specialized programming and partnerships with institutional and community stakeholders, the Cathy & John Pelusi Family Life Skills Program provides Pitt student-athletes with access to opportunities for growth, recognition, and leadership on a local and national scale. The program’s commitment to the following six areas ensures that student-athletes graduate not just as champions in their sport, but as well-rounded individuals prepared for a lifetime of success.
Key Commitment Areas
Provide student-athletes with individualized career support through resume development, interview prep, internships and networking events like Career Networking Night. We also offer hands-on experiences like the Pitt Script for Life Internship with the goal to equip and prepare student-athletes for life after graduation in their desired career field.
Provide student-athletes with individualized career support through resume development, interview prep, internships and networking events like Career Networking Night. We also offer hands-on experiences like the Pitt Script for Life Internship with the goal to equip and prepare student-athletes for life after graduation in their desired career field.
Cultivate programs that aim to increase leadership qualities and encourage student-athletes to become influential leaders in their teams, communities and future careers. We put an emphasis on communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Engage student-athletes with opportunities to engage with the surrounding community. Our commitment to giving back helps athletes develop empathy and a passion for making a difference.
We offer support to help student-athletes manage their finances, budget, save, understand contracts and build their personal brand. We want our financial literacy guidance to help prepare student-athletes to be comfortably financially both during and after their athletic careers.
The Panthers to Pros Mentorship Program connects student-athletes with experienced professionals and alumni. By fostering ongoing relationships, we provide personalized guidance and help student-athletes navigate both their current athletic careers and future professional aspirations.
