PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES
The Cameron Institute
Through the partnership and generous support Mr. C. Bryan Cameron, Cal Athletics established the Cameron Institute for Student-Athlete Development within Intercollegiate Athletics to create lasting change and impact the experience of student-athletes at Cal. Launched in the fall of 2020, this program will advance the holistic development of over 900 student-athletes by ensuring they have access and support necessary for personal growth, career preparation, leadership development and community service.
The purpose of the Cameron Institute is to prepare our student-athletes for their lives after graduation while they compete at the highest levels of academia and athletics. A key pillar of the campus strategic plan is to create a student experience that rivals the academic one available at Cal and the Cameron Institute will propel that effort forward in a transformative way. Furthermore, as a thought and action leader surrounding the student-athlete experience, the Cameron Institute will serve as a model for other universities nationwide seeking to invest in the development and preparedness of their student-athletes.
The Cameron Institute Information Guide
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The Cameron Institute is currently led by its inaugural director, Dr. Marissa Nichols, Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Development. For more information please check out our information guide. The guide outlines the approach that Dr. Nichols and her team utilize in crafting student-athlete development programs. Additionally, the Cameron Institute is guided by four pillars: Leadership & Personal Development, Career Development, High Performance & Well-Being and Community Engagement.
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If you would like to make a gift, please contact the Cal Athletics Fund at
CalAthleticsFund@berkeley.edu or call (510) 642-2427.
The Golden Bear Network
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The Golden Bear Network is Cal Athletics' new signature online platform that connects Cal student-athletes to professionals for career support and professional development.
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Join the network today and support our 900-plus Cal student-athletes and make an impact. To join, visit goldenbearnetwork.com. It only takes 3 minutes!
