Getting to Know You: Jose Espindola
Jose Espindola — Sport Management
Minors: Business, Economics
Hometown: Mattawa, WA
Year: Senior
Why did you choose Washington State University?
Washington State University has always been my dream school.
Was pursing this degree always your plan?
I wanted to be a Math Teacher but then I changed my career path when I discovered the interest I had in sports.
What is your favorite part of this program?
Hands on experience
What makes this program special and what do you like most about the department?
The willingness to push the students to success and help them gain experience.
What is your dream job after college?
Executive Ticket Director of the Seattle Sounders
Have you had any experience in this area, such as an internship?
WSU Athletic Ticket Office Associate (Currently)
Copa America Internship
WSU IMG
WSU Marketing and Promotions
WSU Event Management
What are your future plans as you go through the program?
To successfully complete the program to gain educational knowledge and experience.
What do you hope to get out of your career?
Change the lives of others through the world of sports
What, or who, motivates you as a student?
My parents
What kind of extracurricular activities are you a part of?
Intramurals
La Hermandad de O eMe Te (Aztec Based Brotherhood)
Favorites:
- Class: SPGMT 489
- Sport: Soccer
- Movie: Pele: Birth of a Legend
- Food: Enchiladas
- Pullman Restaurant: Nuevo Vallarta
- Place to Study: Library
- Quote: “Always turn a negative situation into a positive situation.” – Michael Jordan