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Disney on the Yard at the Cricket Celebration Bowl
Mickey Mouse and Disney on the Yard had a jam-packed weekend during this year’s Cricket Celebration Bowl, an ABC-televised, ESPN post-season football game for Historically Black College and University (HBCU) football teams.
Read MoreProfessional Intern spotlight: Food and Beverage Management Interns
Some would say it takes hoping, wishing and a whole lot of faith to shape your dreams into a reality. But for these Disney College Program alumni, they’ll tell you it takes hard work, dedication and genuine passion to get to the place you’ve always wanted to go. We’re shining the spotlight on Michelle and…
Read MoreExploring the wilderness: Spotlight on a Conservation Education Presenter intern
Melissa Werle spends her days teaching guests of all ages about conservation and wildlife while doing things like holding a tarantula, or interacting with guests to give them an experience they wouldn’t expect at a Disney theme park. As a Conservation Education Presenter, Wilderness Explorer Melissa teaches guests about the importance of how and why…
Read MoreHappily ever after: Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoon Professional Intern spotlight
Who’s dreaming of a happily ever after? Saying I do in front of Cinderella Castle and having fireworks bid you adieu as you are whisked away by white horses in Cinderella’s Coach into your own fairy tale is only the beginning when having a wedding at Walt Disney World® Resort. Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings is…
Read MoreDisney Professional Intern spotlight: Ben Mikelberg, show writer intern
Tell me about your Disney story. What inspired you to pursue an internship with The Walt Disney Company? My Disney story starts in merchandise. I worked at the Disney Store in Long Island, New York, which was a great job to have. I enjoyed it so much I eventually transferred down to the parks in…
Read MoreAll About Learning – Disney College Program Miniseries: Season 4 Episode 2
ON THIS EPISODE OF LIFE AT DISNEY PODCAST Disney College Program participants get access to exclusive learning offerings designed for professional and personal development. We’re talking to Zac and John, two participants on the road to 100 learning hours, to discover what makes these unique offerings special. Welcome to season four of our miniseries, where…
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Camron Yarber, Director for the Office of the CHRO
Camron Yarber is a graduate of Morehouse College and recently became the Chief of Staff and Office Director for The Walt Disney Company as Chief Human Resources Officer. Learn more about Camron and how he continues to make contributions to The Walt Disney Company.
Read MoreMeet Katrina — The Current Behind the Creative Team Producing The Little Mermaid: A Musical Adventure
What do “¡Celebración Encanto!” at EPCOT, “Happily Ever After” at Magic Kingdom, “Fantasmic!” and “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” at Hollywood Studios have in common? The creativity and technical expertise of Katrina Mena Rick, a 14-year senior creative producer with Disney Live Entertainment, whose visionary ideas bring to life some of the most…
Read MoreFrom on stage to backstage: Disney Aspire helps cast member fulfill career dreams
Walt Disney World® Resort is often referred to as the place “Where Dreams Come True” for all who visit, and it is also where cast members can follow their dreams and achieve their goals. Patrickson joined the Disney team as attractions host at Epcot’s Mission Space over seven years ago and has seen his career…
Read MoreHBCU Spotlight: Clint Clarke, Audio Designer Sr | Disney Live Entertainment
An essential part of every visit to the Walt Disney World® Resort is to end the night enjoying a firework spectacular. Last fall, EPCOT introduced a new firework show called, Harmonious, which features an enhanced audio experience with design contributions from Florida A&M University graduate, Clint Clarke.
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