Students at Ramapo College of New Jersey will be able to gain meaningful hands-on experiences in broadcasting thanks to a new two-year partnership between Ramapo College of New Jersey and New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center.
The partnership includes Ramapo College students participating in a shadow program with the Devils Hockey Network radio broadcast team led by Matt Loughlin and Chico Resch during select New Jersey Devils home games.
Ramapo College students, like Jessica Pawlik ‘26, a marketing major and sports management minor in the Anisfield School of Business, enjoyed such an opportunity last spring.
“I truly gained so much from this shadowing experience and am extremely grateful that Ramapo gave me this opportunity. This experience allowed me to network professionally, explore different career options, and witness firsthand all that goes into the workings behind the Devils,” Pawlik said.
Additional shadowing opportunities will be available for students during the 2024-2025 season.
“At Ramapo, we know that learning should be as rigorous as it is engaging,” Ramapo College President Cindy Jebb, said. “By learning from and working alongside the digital network broadcasting and leadership teams of the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center, our students will gain valuable experience in the sports media industry. And, in turn, NJ Devils and Prudential Center employees will have the great fortune to work with and mentor our talented students.”
“Partnering with Ramapo College connects two New Jersey-based organizations that share a dedication to creating special and educational opportunities for students throughout the state,” Chad Biggs, senior vice president, Corporate Partnerships Activation, New Jersey Devils & Prudential Center, said. “We are thrilled to provide hands-on learning experiences for these students so they can apply these skills to their future professional careers in the sports media industry.”
Students in the sports management program or who are interested in careers in media, marketing, and management will have the unique opportunity to learn from and engage with New Jersey Devils senior leadership in the classroom this academic year. Ramapo will also welcome the New Jersey Devils organization at this year’s on-campus career fair where students can learn about internship and job opportunities.
