Division III Student-Athlete Spotlight: In My Own Words by Mary Figuera (Women’s Swimming)

WASHINGTON – Gallaudet University athletics is proud to take part within the annual NCAA Division III Week (April 6-12) in an effort to rejoice the impression athletics and Bison student-athletes have on our campus and the encompassing neighborhood. GU is becoming a member of 426 Division III establishments and 42 voting conferences on this week’s celebration.

To assist concentrate on the numerous student-athletes that characterize Gallaudet athletics we’ll highlight a number of student-athletes every day this week. You will study extra about them as they specific their emotions on what it’s wish to be a Division III student-athlete right here at Gallaudet. Interviews have been carried out by Gallaudet Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant Alyssa Marino and graphics by Athletic Communications Coordinator Bruce Saperstein and BoxOut Sports.

First yr Mary Figueroa (Moreno Valley, Calif.) simply accomplished her first yr within the ladies’s swimming program. Figueroa majors in communication research and is anticipated to graduate in 2029.

In My Own Words: Mary Figueroa (Women’s Swimming)

What is it wish to be a student-athlete in school?
MF: Being a student-athlete in school is busy however enjoyable. I am going to class after which to swim observe, and typically I’ve video games or meets. It teaches me to work laborious, handle my time, and be a part of a crew.

What is it wish to be a student-athlete at Gallaudet University?

MF: Being a student-athlete at Gallaudet University is nice. Everyone communicates clearly, so it’s simple to grasp one another. I really feel included and supported as a part of the crew.

Who is your favourite Athletics Department help staffer and why?

MF: My favourite Athletics Department help staffer is the athletic trainers. They assist me keep wholesome and ensure I’m okay. They are very sort and supportive, they usually assist me do my greatest in swimming and faculty.

Favorite factor about DC?

MF: My favourite factor about DC is the meals and cafes. I like making an attempt new locations to eat. There are many various meals to take pleasure in.

2026 Division III Week Student-Athlete Spotlight: In My Words

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About Division III Week

Division III Week is a constructive alternative for all people related to Division III to look at and rejoice the impression of athletics and of student-athletes on the campus and surrounding neighborhood. During the week, each Division III college and convention workplace is inspired to conduct a sort of outreach exercise that falls into one in every of three classes: educational accomplishment; athletic expertise; or management/neighborhood service/campus involvement. For extra info log onto https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2013/11/15/division-iii-week.aspx.

About Gallaudet

Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, numerous, multicultural establishment of upper schooling that ensures the mental {and professional} development of deaf and laborious of listening to people via American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud custom of analysis and scholarly exercise and prepares its graduates for profession alternatives in a extremely aggressive, technological, and quickly altering world. For extra details about Gallaudet University please log onto www.gallaudet.edu and go to the Bison athletics homepage at www.gallaudetbison.com.