The Doug Williams Center

Career Development: Media Strategy, January Speaker and Final Date TBA!
2022-01-01 11:00 - 2022-01-31 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual – Zoom Webinar
In continuance of developing relationships and serving as a conduit for students to receive firsthand experiences and knowledge of working in the sports industry, the League Office will offer several virtual development sessions throughout the 2021 – 2022 season. Building off last year’s foundation with the new virtual programming, the NFL seeks to continue its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. These virtual sessions will serve as an access point to senior leaders within the sport space where students and administrators alike may interact and connect on a personal basis.

Career Development: Community Relations, November Speaker and Final Date TBA!
2021-11-01 11:00 - 2021-11-30 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual – Zoom Webinar
In continuance of developing relationships and serving as a conduit for students to receive firsthand experiences and knowledge of working in the sports industry, the League Office will offer several virtual development sessions throughout the 2021 – 2022 season. Building off last year’s foundation with the new virtual programming, the NFL seeks to continue its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. These virtual sessions will serve as an access point to senior leaders within the sport space where students and administrators alike may interact and connect on a personal basis.
Exclusively for current students and recent graduates of Grambling State University.

Candidate Enhancement: Skill, Resume Workshop feat. Leslie Satchell, NFL Consultant
2021-10-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual – Zoom Webinar
As we continue along with the Fall NFL+HBCU Virtual Speaker Series, we look forward to the upcoming session covering “Candidate Enhancement: Skill and Resume Workshop”. Leslie Satchell, NFL Senior Consultant, will take students through a workshop to home in on how to communicate and enhance their skills through resume tips, interview skills, and other development techniques.
The October Virtual Speaker Series will take place on Thursday, October 28th, 11am -12pm CST via zoom. This is open to all students at participating HBCUs who are interested in a career in sports.
Webinar Information:
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Oct 28, 2021 11:00 am Central Standard Time
Topic: NFL+HBCU Virtual Speaker Series

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://nfl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XyeZR6btQui0erJNy44lZg
After registering, attendees will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

BEYOND BLACK: Expectations of Excellence
2021-10-01 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Grambling State University – Nursing Auditorium, 403 Main Street, Grambling, LA, 71245, United States
RSVP | Beyond Black: Expectations of Excellence
Register now to attend the DWC's candid conversation with NFL Senior Vice President of Football Operations Arthur McAfee and the Founder of the Black College Football Hall of Fame, Doug Williams! This event is exclusively for Grambling State University's athletes, students, coaches, faculty, and staff.
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NFL Speaker Series: Behind the Scenes of NFL Sponsorship & Business Development
2021-09-23 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual – Zoom Webinar
The Doug Williams Center and the NFL are excited to kickoff the 2021-22 Speaker Series with an exploration of the opportunities in Sponsorship and business development with Nana-Yaw Asamoah, NFL Vice President of New Business Development. This event is exclusively open to current students at Grambling State University.
In continuance of developing relationships and serving as a conduit for students to receive firsthand experiences and knowledge of working in the sports industry, the League Office will offer several virtual development sessions throughout the 2021 – 2022 season. Building off last year’s foundation with the new virtual programming, the NFL seeks to continue its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. These virtual sessions will serve as an access point to senior leaders within the sport space where students and administrators alike may interact and connect on a personal basis.

5th Annual Brown Girls Do Gymnastics Conference
2021-07-23 - 2021-07-25 | Grambling State University – Hobdy Assembly Center, 148 100 North Stadium Drive, Grambling, LA, 71245, United States
FRIDAY, JULY 23, 2021 – 12-6PM CST
12-2pm Registration
2-6pm Workshops, Workouts & Tours (Snacks Provided)
SATURDAY, JULY 24, 2021 – 10AM-4PM CST
10am – 4pm Workshops, Workouts & Tours (Lunch and Snacks Provided)
6-8pm Outing/Activity
SUNDAY, JULY 25, 2021 – 10AM-4PM CST
10am-12pm Isla Invitational (Free admission to Conference Attendees)
1-4pm Pro-Gymnastics Exhibition (Free admission to Conference Attendees)
The BGDG Conference is intended for:

Levels 3 & Up, Xcel Silver & Up, Advanced Aerialists, Advanced Acrobats

Ages 6 to 18

$200 – Early Bird Ticket (April 24 – May 31, 2021)
$250 – Regular Ticket (June 1 – June 30, 2021)
Each ticket includes admission for 1 gymnast and 1 parent/adult figure. There will only be one parent/adult figure allowed with each gymnast due to covid precautions.
Sibling Discount – $50 off

DWC Solution Series: Crafting Your Career
2021-02-22 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | LA
The Doug Williams Center and NFL Campus Connection presents Part II of the DWC Solution Series: Crafting Your Career on February 25 at 11:45 AM – 12:45PM CST. Come learn how your major can be applied in a career with the NFL! Get your questions answered as NFL leaders teach you how to craft your path into the sports industry.
GSU students interested in technology, business, data analytics, and pre-law, you won’t want to miss part two of The Doug Williams Center’s Solution Series!
Speakers include:

Taylor Kielpinski-Rogers, NFL, Director of Communications
George Li, Indianapolis Colts, Senior Football Strategy Analyst/Game Management
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, Cleveland Browns, VP of Football Operations
Jay Reid, Senior Director- NFL, Senior Director, Football Operations Technology Strategy
Sarah Bailey, LA Rams, Manager, Data & Analytics

Join us for a live virtual forum on how to advance in the professional sports industry while effecting social change.
Spaces are limited! REGISTER NOW!

POSTPONED: Career Classic Day of Mentorship
2020-11-17 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | LA
Executive leaders from the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans want to mentor Grambling State University students and recent alumni (2018-2020) during the Career Classic Day of Mentorship. Keep an eye out for the opportunity to join virtual career coaching sessions from professional sports leadership next spring .

NFL Campus Connection and The Doug Williams Center Present: Closing the Gap
2020-11-10 13:30 (America/Mexico_City) | Virtual – Zoom Webinar
The Doug Williams Center and NFL Campus Connection presents the DWC Fall Solution Series: Fail Together, Grow Together on November 10th at 1:30 PM EST.
Speakers include:

Jamil Gittens, NFL Director, Football Administration and Club Services
Natara Holloway, NFL Vice President of Business Operations and Strategy
Arthur McAfee, III, NFL Senior Vice President of Football Operations Policy and Education
Jashell Mitchell, NFL Manager, Player Engagement
Doug Williams, Senior Vice President, Player Development for the Washington Football Team

Join us for a live virtual forum on how to advance in the professional sports industry while effecting social change.
Spaces are limited! REGISTER NOW!
