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Zachary Michael Petro

155 Grant Avenue

Vandergrift, PA 15690

724.594.4182

zmp2886@sru.edu

I am currently a senior attending Slippery Rock University,

majoring in Exercise Science with a minor in Sport

Management. After completing the rest of my

undergraduate courses and required internships, I will

graduate in May 2014. I will then be attending graduate

school in order to attain a M.S. degree in Strength and

Conditioning. My future career goal is to either be a strength

and conditioning coach or manage a fitness facility.

Last Updated Date: March 25, 2013

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Below is a link to my most up-to-date résumé. It

includes information on my educational

background, work experiences, and

extracurricular activities.

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experiences While attending SRU, I have volunteered as an aide for

the physical therapists at WestArm Physical Therapy

located in Leechburg, PA, and as an assistant baseball

coach for the Kiski Valley Junior Legion Baseball team.

WestArm Physical Therapy

My duty as a physical therapy aide was to help the

patients by preparing heat and ice packs, ensure the

equipment was being used properly, and keep track of

the progression charts (i.e., how many repetitions were

performed, what weight was used for strengthening

exercises).

Kiski Valley Junior Legion Baseball

My duties as the assistant coach are to evaluate talent,

teach proper fundamentals, coordinate drills, assist the

other coaches with game strategy, first base coach, and

help with field maintenance.

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experience Sport Management minors are required to complete a practicum prior

to graduation. I used my experience as an assistant coach for the 2012

Kiski Valley Junior Legion baseball team as my practicum. This

practicum suit me very well because I was exposed to both the coaching

and management functions of a sports team. I really enjoyed coaching

and being around the game of baseball, a sport that I have participated

in as a player, umpire, and now coach since I was 5 years-old. I will be

returning as assistant coach for the 2013 team.

The 2012 team advanced to the section semifinals. It was the first time

the Kiski Valley Junior Legion team made the playoffs since 2007.

That’s me

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I am currently a member of three organizations:

National Strength and Conditioning Association, SRU

Strength and Conditioning Association, and SRU Sport

Management Alliance. The following three slides

provide an explanation as to the purpose of each

organization.

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National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)

The NSCA is “the world leader in delivering scientific, peer-

reviewed research about strength and conditioning.” As a

member of this organization, I am provided with the latest

strength and conditioning research journals and networking

opportunities for future internships and jobs.

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SRU Strength and Conditioning Association (SACA)

SACA is a student-run organization that provides students

with opportunities to learn more about the field of strength

and conditioning. These opportunities include guest speakers,

workshops, and participating in events that are coordinated by

the SACA election board (e-board).

At the beginning of my senior year, I was elected to be the

club’s Historian. This e-board position is responsible for

keeping track of all club meetings and events and

communicating with the rest of the e-board to ensure all tasks

are completed on time.

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(Continued) SRU Sport Management Alliance (SMA)

The Sport Management Alliance is a student-directed

organization dedicated to enhance the professional

development of future sport managers. While education is a

vital ingredient to achieving success, SMA provides Sport

Management majors/minors with outside university

experiences. Students are able to meet academicians and

practitioners in the Sport Management field through attending

conferences. These conferences give students the opportunity

to not only meet and speak with professors and practitioners,

but also meet other Sport Management students from across

the United States.

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I am currently a Certified Strength and Conditioning

Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA and First

Aid/CPR/AED certified through the American Heart

Association. The following two slides provide more

information on these certifications.

Additionally, in the spring of 2013, I plan on taking the

American College of Sports Medicine Health-Fitness

Specialist exam. This certification is recommended for those

who are considering to become a personal trainer.

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Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

In the summer of 2012, I passed the NSCA CSCS exam. The

exam consisted of questions about general exercise science

principles, nutrition, exercise prescription, and exercise

technique. The prerequisites for registering for the CSCS

exam include pursuing or attainment of a bachelor’s degree

and holding up-to-date CPR and AED certifications. My

having this certification will significantly increase my

chances of working in the field of strength and conditioning.

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First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

I currently hold the First Aid/CPR/AED certification through

the American Heart Association. This certification is

required for nearly all job positions in the exercise science

industry, which makes having this certification crucial to my

finding a job in this field.

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Documentation

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On April 6, 2013, I will be attending SRU’s Strength and

Conditioning Conference. The conference consists of

lectures and hands-on teaching of various exercises used

by current professors and strength and conditioning

coaches.

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During my tenure as a student at SRU, I have completed

several projects for both my Exercise Science and Sport

Management classes. I utilized different software

programs for these projects, including Microsoft Word,

Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft PowerPoint, Wix, and

Audacity. As I reflect on the amount of assignments I have

completed, I am confident that I will be prepared for any

tasks assigned to me in both graduate school and the real-

world. I have provided examples of the various

assignments I have completed.

Exercise Science Assignments

Sport Management Assignments

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Exercise Science

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ERS 400: Wellness Promotion and Programming

ERS 401: Fitness Assessment

ERS 402: Exercise Prescription

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Exercise Science

ERS 400: Wellness Promotion and Programming

This course provides information in the area of wellness

and health promotion in various settings including

community, worksite, clinical, and commercial. Students

will synthesize and apply various concepts and issues

relating to wellness programming and guidelines for

planning, implementing, and evaluating successful

programs. Students are provided several practical

opportunities for planning and implementing programs.

Grant

Bulletin Board

Healthfest

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Exercise Science

ERS 401: Fitness Assessment

Provides the theoretical and practical basis to select and

utilize properly the instrumentation and techniques for

physical fitness assessment.

Cardiorespiratory Fitness Lab Report

Body Composition Lab Report

Musculoskeletal Fitness Lab Report

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Exercise Science

ERS 402: Exercise Prescription

This course provides the theoretical knowledge base to

design safe and effective personalized exercise programs

for various populations. Emphasis is placed upon

prescribing individualized cardiovascular, musculoskeletal

and weight control programs for the apparently healthy,

the chronically diseased, the elderly, children and pregnant

females.

Cardiorespiratory Fitness Synthesis

Musculoskeletal Fitness Synthesis

Comprehensive Prescription

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Sport Management

SPMT 286: Sport Communication

SPMT 406: Sport Facility and Event Management

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SPMT 286: Sport Communication

This course is intended to provide students with a

comprehensive understanding of communication and

communication techniques that managers use to achieve

excellence in sport organizations. Focus will be placed on

public relations, as well as techniques for improving the

communication skills of each student in an organized sport

setting. Students will receive in-depth exposure to, (a)

theories underlying the use of public relations in sport, (b)

new technologies in sport communication, (c) desktop

publishing in sport organizations, (d) sport organizational

communication techniques, and (e) sport media relations.

Website Strategy

Website Eval #1

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PA Announcement/Podcast

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Intro to Word

Intro to Publisher

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SPMT 406: Sport Facility and Event Management

This course is designed to assist the sport management

student in acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills

needed to manage a sport facility and to plan a complete

sporting event.

Kiski Area High School Risk Analysis-Paper

Kiski Area High School Risk Analysis-Risk Matrices

Rocktober Open Flyer It should be noted that the students of the class handled every

component of organizing this charity golf outing. We were able to raise

$3,500 for Make a Wish as well as raise money for the SRU Sport

Management Scholarship Fund. My role was public relations, and

created the main flyer that was used to advertise the event. I also

helped a classmate create the event program and contacted the Grove

City Premium Outlets for a donation.

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Statement I remember my first day of college like it was yesterday. I had no idea

what to expect. All I knew was I did not like my roommate. I ended up being late

for a few classes and quickly recognized the fact I was not going to like some of my

professors. By the end of the first week of classes, I realized I had begun a whole

new chapter of my life. I have learned more about myself and the real-world in the

last 3.5 years than I learned in the first 17. I have learned plenty in the

classroom, but I have also become more street smart. Perhaps the most valuable

lesson I have learned is that hard work and perseverance are the two most

important factors for being successful in all aspects of life.

Additionally, I realize that personal development is a never-ending

journey that has its highs and lows. I still need to enhance my relationships with

those who will help me get a job in my desired career field and improve my time

management skills. However, my work ethic, dedication, and desire to be

successful will continue to be my guide that lets me reach my goals.

As I reflect on where I am in my life, I am happy with the path I am on.

Prior to graduating from Slippery Rock University, I must complete 2 more

semesters of undergraduate coursework and 2 internships. After this, I will be

attending graduate school, and then I will be released into the real-world. I am

nervous about coming to the end of my tenure as a college student, but I am also

excited about the endless possibilities that will be before me. Above all, I am

confident that my former and current professors and bosses, friends, family

members, and personal experiences will have me well prepared to make something

of my life. However the rest of my life turns out, I truly believe it will be a damn

good one filled with countless positive memories and moments of happiness.