Athletics with Anna Clare

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Let me introduce you to Anna Claire, a junior studying Sports Administration from Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Throughout her experience as both an athlete and a super fan to other student athletes, Carroll has been pivotal in supporting her journey and giving her the community she has been searching for. Anna Claire, please tell us more.

– Thanks, Alex. So glad you’re here with us today. Family has always been something that’s been very important to me, so I always knew I wanted to go to a university with a community that felt like that. Ever since I stepped onto Carroll’s campus, I could feel that sense of community. Family is exactly how I would describe Carroll University. In a family, you love each other, support each other, and wanna share successes with each other. To me, that’s what we do here at Carroll University. Most nights, you’ll find me at an athletic event, even if it means doing my homework there. I’ve been able to create amazing relationships with other athletes on campus that make supporting them even more fun. In my own experience, joining the swim and track teams were the best thing that I could have done.

– [Team] Pio, Pio, Pio, Pio, Pio.

– My coaches and teammates are always there to support me and help me become a better version of myself. Together they see my potential and believe in me every day, even when I have a hard time seeing it. It’s great to have cheerleaders rooting me on, especially when trying new swim races like the 200 butterfly or 400 IM. Before I started at Carroll, I would’ve never imagined the strong relationships and community that I would develop. I would not be where I am in my journey here without them. Joining a team not only helps you gain a support system, but helps you learn a healthy, well-rounded lifestyle, time management skills, and the power of hard work and commitment. That’s how Carroll impacted me. Back to you, Alex.

– Thank you for your energy, Anna Claire. From coaches to faculty, it’s obvious that Carroll is dedicated to developing the whole person and helping students become the best version of themselves. Not only will you leave here with a competitive degree, but you’ll also have lifelong relationships and a better sense of who you are. Good luck, Anna Claire.