Name: Matt Scheerer,'08
Major: Sport and Recreation Management
Hometown: Vancouver , WA

Interview spring 2007 by Communications Student Intern Maretta Peterson, '07, communication major

What are you driven to discover in your major?
It would be nice to know what I want to do with my degree. I'd like to do something with sports or find a way to get a job on the administration side of sports, such as athletic director. Learn about the business side of sports.

What have you learned that surprised you most so far?
I was most surprised that I could work for state or national parks or plan recreational events for state parks.

What drives you to study this field?
I had never heard of this field before and it seemed interesting.

What career goals do you have?
Set up press conferences for sports teams. Work on the marketing side of sports. Do as many internships as I can while I'm here. Work in event planning or be a sports information director.

Profile questions 

Tell me why you chose the U of M, Crookston:
I came here for football. The caliber of the degree.

Describe what you like best about the U of M, Crookston:
There are so many opportunities to get involved. With all the clubs on campus, there's a good chance that there's something that you're interested in pursuing.

Describe your interaction with the faculty and staff on campus:
I'm on a first name basis with most of my teachers. There are many teachers that are willing to help me out with anything I ask them to. I haven't really had any problems with the faculty or staff. They're always available. If you need one-on-one help they're always there.

Describe what you like best about your classes:
They're always entertaining because most of the classes involve discussions with peers and the teacher.

Describe what has been the most challenging for you as you pursue your educational career:
I had trouble trying to adjust to a different regional culture. Trying to remain focused on school while trying to excel in sports. Developing study habits that best suit me.

Why would you recommend that others attend the U of M, Crookston?
Small class size, one-on-one interaction with professors, ease in arranging meetings with teachers because they know who you are, it's easy to get involved, when you're involved in clubs you go above and beyond graduate assistant.