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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The University of Evansville had four of its student-athletes attend and participate in the NCAA's 6^th Annual National Student-Athlete Day Celebration on April 1 at the NCAA Headquarters in Indianapolis. The Aces were also featured in the NCAA's release on the day which can be found here.
 
Miranda Graham, Women's Soccer, Will Glasscock, Men's Swimming, Jaylon Brown, Men's Basketball, and Stephanie Cerino, Volleyball, represented the Purple Aces.
 
The intent of the day is to recognize NCAA student-athletes in the state of Indiana who have excelled academically, athletically and in their communities. Focusing on sportsmanship and teamwork, student-athletes will participate in a community service activity with local youth (Dream Keepers Camp) as well as attend a session to enhance their personal and professional growth. Tamika Catchings from the Indiana Fever was the guest speaker.
 
Miranda Graham was very appreciative to be in attendance at the event:
 
"I am grateful for the opportunity to have attended National Student-Athlete Day at the NCAA headquarters in Indianapolis. One of my favorite parts of the day was working together with student-athletes from across the state to learn how to better our resumes, as well as our social media profiles, to help us prepare for the future. I also enjoyed hearing Tamika Catchings speak about the importance of community, time, being a student, and family.  Following this speech, we were able to participate in a service project with children from the community. Tamika taught us how important it is to always "leave our handprints on the world" and that is exactly what I hope to do."
 
Freshman Will Glasscock from the men's swimming team also was very thankful to be in attendance:
 
            "National Student Athlete Day was great because it gave me an opportunity to meet fellow athletes as well as give back to the community."
 
The University of Evansville's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee helps promote an environment for student-athletes, which emphasizes leadership, community service, communication and integration with the campus community.