We stress Four Tenants of Development (Engage, Educate, Connect, and Experience) Engaging them early is the key, as to why we work closely with Athletic Academic Counselors to deliver our message early. Educating them on their skills and values through conversation and career assessments helps the student-athletes choose a major that is better suited for their strengths and career goals. Connecting them with varies industry leaders, mentors, and alumni is vital for their development. Finally, giving them a holistic Experience is the key to a seamless transition to life after sports.
- Meet student-athletes wherever they are on their career journey
- Help students to identify their strengths, interests, and eventually an ideal major - leading to their desired career path
- Design programming to reflect the latest trends and best practices in career preparation
- Connect our student-athletes to the largest living alumni in the world
- Partner with over 500 companies & mentors to provide our student-athletes with job shadowing, internship, and job opportunities
Maurice Washington has over 30 years in career counseling and development. He worked for several years at Bowling Green State University (BGSU), as an Employer Coordinator, Career Counselor dedicated to veteran students (approx. 350 veteran students), and advisor to International students and student athletes. He also served as the Program Manager for the Cooperative Education and Internships program, responsible for tracking all internships, reporting, and evaluation data related to academic credits.
Maurice was also an Adjunct Faculty Instructor for Career and Life Planning, where he planned strategies for undecided students related to their career interest and strengths. Through his desire to see students succeed, Maurice created occupational and academic options to help students gain a clear understanding of their educational and career plans.
Maurice also served as a United States Air Force Education Manager, advising over 250 Veteran students on course and program selections. In this role, he restructured the Resource Specialist Program (RSP), created to assist academically struggling students to achieve college admission requirements to further their education.
Since joining the Michigan Athletics Career Center team (MACC), he has been instrumental in the development of Career and Pre-Professional programs, career fairs, and interdisciplinary and experiential learning opportunities to give student-athletes real world experiences coupled with their academic studies. Maurice believes that professional and personal development are essential to maintaining a balance life and future growth.
Prior to joining the Michigan Athletics Career Center as the Assistant Director, Julie served as the Director of Career Services for Elmira College, a private liberal arts college, overseeing all of the College’s career and professional development programs, community service and internship programs, and community and employer outreach initiatives. With eight years of experience in higher education and career services, Julie is passionate about working with students-athletes on exploring various career paths through experiential learning opportunities and marketing their unique skillset to employers and recruiters.
Julie has a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Accounting from Syracuse University and Master of Science degree in Business Management from Elmira College. In addition, Julie is a Certified Professional Resume Writer through the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARW/CC) and certified Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Practitioner. She serves as a member of the Inclusion Committee for the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), and is a member of the National Career Development Association (NCDA).
In her role as Assistant Director of the Michigan Athletics Career Center (MACC), Julie provides specialized individual and group career coaching and workshop sessions to assist student-athletes in developing competencies needed to make informed decisions regarding academic major, career options, and personal and professional objectives.
Prior to joining the MACC, Julie served as the Director of Career Services for Elmira College, a private liberal arts college, overseeing all of the College’s career and professional development programs, community service and internship programs, and community and employer outreach initiatives. With eight years of experience in higher education and career services, Julie is passionate about working with students-athletes on exploring various career paths through experiential learning opportunities and marketing their unique skillset to employers and recruiters.
Charlie Coon joined Michigan Athletics in October of 2017 as the Associate Director of Development for Eastern States. He is responsible for managing a portfolio of 200+ prospects and securing major gifts in support of Michigan Athletics fundraising initiatives and priorities. Prior to Michigan, Charlie was Assistant Director of The Annual Fund for Georgetown Athletics where he oversaw all data reporting, analytics and communications. Prior to Georgetown he was a member of the John Purdue Club staff beginning in 2013. His primary responsibilities included directing the Young Professionals Club, assisting with annual giving, stewardship, communication and recruitment of new members. Prior to joining the JPC staff, Charlie was an Account Executive for a year and a half with the Purdue Athletics Ticket Sales & Service team.
Stephen M. Ross Academic Center
1110 South State Street (2nd Floor)
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Phone: (734) 647-0914
Email: ath-mgomacc@umich.edu
Fall, Winter, and Spring Term Hours
Monday 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday - Thursday 10AM - 8PM
Friday & Saturday by Appointment Only
Summer Term Hours
Monday - Friday 9AM - 4:30PM