Athletic Excellence with Conner

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Let’s turn it over to Conner, a Nursing major and varsity football player who embodies balancing academic excellence and athletic dedication. As a division three student athlete, Conner will share how UMass Dartmouth supports varsity and recreational sports alongside wellness and fitness resources, helping students stay active and engaged, while pursuing their academic passions. Conner, tell us all about Corsair Pride. Please take it away.

– Thanks for the intro, Alex. Growing up, I always knew that sports would be a huge part in where I attended college. Being a nursing student and a college athlete is rare. However, I found a home at UMass Dartmouth that allows me to pursue my passion for college athletics and my commitment to helping people. The College of Nursing and Health Sciences, offers experiences in the classroom and the clinical setting that comes second to none. but what makes UMass Dartmouth work for me is the generous amount of ongoing support I receive as a football player. Being a student athlete, comes with its unique challenges like managing your time. Classes, studying, practice, recovery, lifts, game days, and keeping a social life takes a lot of time and preparation. My whole coaching staff works with me and my schedule while keeping academics a priority. To continue playing the sport I’ve loved since second grade, makes me grateful for this team and this university. From tutoring, to health resources, to priority and picking classes, athletes like myself are backed by the university as a whole and the athletics teams. Even if you’re not on one of our varsity teams, there are plenty of ways to stay active, like our recreational intramurals and club sports and the fitness center is a favorite spot on campus for a lot of students. It has a state-of-the-art equipment, a freeway area and a full schedule of fitness classes. The day I hang with my cleats and walk through the doors of the ICU, I know I’ll be prepared for my nursing education, but also from the lessons I’ve learned from my teammates, coaches and friends to make me the best nurse that I can be. Tossing it back to you, Alex.

– Thanks, Conner, for highlighting the incredible support, UMass Dartmouth provides for its student athletes. Balancing varsity football with a demanding nursing program is no small feat, and your story shows the power of perseverance and teamwork. Best of luck on and off the field as you continue to represent the Corsairs.