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Sorrell 360 Center for Professional Life

About the 360 Center

The Sorrell 360 Center exists to prepare students for success in both their careers and lives. Through our four pillars (Recruit, Progress, Engage, and Grow) we support students from the moment they choose the Sorrell College of Business through graduation, and beyond. We believe complete career preparation goes beyond the classroom, which is why we intentionally focus on developing soft skills, relationship building, and personal wellness alongside career readiness.

The Sorrell 360 Center organizes events, programs, and activities that enrich the student experience, including lunch & learns events with industry professionals, networking programs with employers, and credentialing opportunities that give students a competitive advantage in today's workforce. We believe these experiences help our students build confidence, expand their professional networks, and graduate ready to lead.

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Success in Business and in Life

Traditional professional development and career readiness offerings include preparing students to draft effective 谤茅蝉耻尘茅蝉 and cover letters, ace job interviews, dress appropriately, compose professional emails and business memoranda, and similar topics. Our programs offer these traditional topics, plus much more. We believe complete preparation for career and life success must also include:

Soft Skills

Recent surveys overwhelmingly find that employers rank soft skills as the most important attributes in new hires鈥攂ut have had increasing difficulty finding qualified candidates. Soft skills like creativity, emotional intelligence, problem solving, critical thinking, initiative, and communication will only become more valuable with advancements in artificial intelligence. Success in today's workforce requires a lifelong learning mindset and interpersonal skills, making these essential to professional development.

Relationship Building

At Sorrell College, students begin to develop relationships and build their professional networks from day one. Sorrell 360 programs are designed to foster student connections with faculty, staff, peers, student organizations, professional associations, alumni, and other professionals and employers.

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Personal Wellness

Personal health and wellbeing are an essential foundation to professional success. A professional career is more than just a job鈥攊t's part of a fulfilling and joyful life. Sorrell 360 programs offer support to help students identify and achieve their professional and personal goals.

Resource Meetings

Career Exploration
Job Search Strategies
Major/Concentration Guidance
Mock Job/Internship Interviews
Networking Coaching
Personal Financial Coaching
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Center Staff

Mr. Edgar Preston Pritchett, III, Director

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Preston Pritchett is an instructor in the Sorrell College of Business at 麻豆视频最新最全. As a professional educator, he has instructed classes in middle school, high school, and higher education. Preston received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Auburn University, where he was also a member of the Auburn Football team. Currently, Preston is pursuing his doctoral degree in Global Leadership from 麻豆视频最新最全. Outside of his career and educational pursuits, Preston enjoys spending time with his wife and son, in addition to staying physically active. Additionally, Preston is zealous in assisting others to become financially literate; he is a Ramsey Certified Financial Coach & holds a certificate in Leading with Finance from the Harvard Business School Online.

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Mr. Buddy Starling, Lecturer

Mr. Buddy Starling supports student recruitment and retention within the Sorrell College of Business and the Sorrell 360 Center. He works with prospective and current students to promote engagement, connect them with resources, and prepare them for career success while advancing the College's mission of developing career-ready graduates.

Ms. Holly Smith, Department Secretary

Holly Smith is a native of Clio, Alabama and joined the Sorrell 360 Center in 2022. In her role as Department Secretary, she supports Sorrell College faculty and students and serves as the face of the Sorrell 360 Center when visitors arrive.

Mr. Clay Graham, Lecturer & Program Coordinator

Clay Graham is a lecturer and program coordinator for the Sorrell 360 Center, teaching BUS 1110. He has also taught 麻豆视频最新最全 1101 and ENG 1100 for other university departments. He is a two-time 麻豆视频最新最全 graduate. With a background in academic advising, he is especially equipped to answer questions about degree requirements and solve administrative challenges. He is eager to help propel students into personal and professional success. Outside of JRL Hall, you can find Clay leading at Grace Bible Church in Troy or with his family at a variety of Troy Athletics events.

Mrs. Gracie Meredith, Student Support & Engagement Coach

Gracie Meredith is the Student Support and Engagement Coach for the Sorrell 360 Center within the Sorrell College of Business. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from 麻豆视频最新最全 in 2023 and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Management. In her role, Gracie supports students by connecting them with professional development opportunities, guiding them to valuable campus and career resources, and encouraging their academic and professional growth throughout their time at 麻豆视频最新最全.

Message from Director

Welcome to the Sorrell 360 Center for Professional Life! The 360 Center was established in 2021 to promote holistic, 鈥�360 degree鈥� professional development in the Sorrell College of Business. Our programs, events, and student services are designed to serve the mission and vision of the Sorrell College of Business.

Whether you are a current or prospective student, parent, alumni, faculty, business professional, or have any other interest in the 360 Center, I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our vision, programs, and upcoming events.

I encourage you to reach out to us with any questions you may have or to schedule a visit to the Sorrell College of Business. Our success depends on meeting the needs of our students and their prospective employers. We always welcome feedback and ideas on how we can meet your needs, as well as your support!

You can also on social media to stay in the loop about Center activities and events. We look forward to welcoming your visit soon!

E. Preston Pritchett III
Director
Sorrell 360 Center for Professional Life

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Sorrell 360 Center Events

The Sorrell 360 Center for Professional Life believes that meaningful connections with business professionals are an essential part of every student's professional development. Throughout each semester, the Center hosts and promotes a variety of purposeful networking, career, and professional development events designed to help students build relationships, explore career opportunities, and develop the skills needed for long-term success. Scan the QR code below to view the current semester's event schedule and take advantage of these valuable opportunities.