Series
Student-Athlete Strong
UConn’s student-athletes are often lauded for their on-field or on-court achievements, but there’s an equally important – often unseen – dimension to the student-athlete. UConn Today’s Student-Athlete Strong series highlights the academic prowess of selected high-achieving student-athletes and provides an inside look at their lives beyond their sport.
Student-Athlete Strong: Ryan Radue
To baseball pitcher Ryan Radue, whose team supported him through cancer treatment, being a Husky means being part of a tight-knit family.
Student-Athlete Strong: Morgan Tuck
For women's basketball forward and business student Morgan Tuck, being a Husky means being great in basketball, life, and school.
Student-Athlete Strong: Nnamdi Amilo
Men's basketball forward and pre-med student Nnamdi Amilo says the lessons he’s learned as a Husky will help him well beyond his time at UConn.
Student-Athlete Strong: Kyle Huson
For ice hockey player Kyle Huson, to be a Husky is to be part of an outstanding athletic and academic tradition.
Student-Athlete Strong: Margaret Zimmer
Zimmer, a member of the Women's Ice Hockey team, says UConn Athletics creates a culture that values the 'student' half of student-athlete.
Student-Athlete Strong: Laura Webster
Webster is earning two degrees – in psychology and business – as well as competing on the rowing team.
Student-Athlete Strong: Istvan Kanyo
For Istvan Kanyo, Honors student, soccer player, and aspiring orthopedist, being a Husky means taking pride in all aspects of life.
Student-Athlete Strong: Anna Middendorf
The field hockey midfielder from Germany says UConn Athletics has an excellent academic support system.
Student-Athlete Strong: Wyatt Million
Track and cross country athlete Wyatt Million says he holds himself to high standards both in running and in school.
Student-Athlete Strong: Emily Armstrong
'Being a Husky means taking the competitive edge acquired on the field and bringing it into the classroom.' – Emily Armstrong '16 (ED)