Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight: Summer Whelan

Bethany, W. Va. – The Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight highlights Bethany College Scholar-Athletes that exemplify outstanding leadership as an athlete, student, or in other college and community activities. These Scholar-Athletes have distinguished themselves above and beyond both in the classroom and on the playing field.

Get to know this week's Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight sophomore Summer Whelan.

Sport: Swimming & Diving / Cross-Country / Track and Field
Events: Distance  
Hometown: Parma Heights, Ohio
High School:  Valley Forge
Major: History
Minor: Religion & Art  

Activities outside of Athletics?
Presidential Scholar
Zeta Tau Alpha
Student Ambassador for Enrollment
LEAD (Leadership Education and Development Program)

What is your dream job?
Archaeologist or curator at a Smithsonian museum

Tips for being successful?
Don't stress too much and try to have fun with what you're doing.

What does it mean to be a Scholar-Athlete?
Finding a good balance between academics and athletics.

Why Bethany?
I chose Bethany because of the opportunity of continuing my sports and being a part of the college's rich history.

What is your biggest accomplishment?
Being able to balance different activities and multiple interests.

With COVID-19 restrictions, how have you adapted as an athlete and as a student?
I've learned to just go with it, do the best I can in the current circumstance, and remind myself that everything will turn out okay.

Favorite Professor?
Dr. Hillgardner

Favorite Class?
Intro to Religion

A Fun Fact about yourself:
I am on the Cross-Country, Track and Field, and Swimming and Diving Teams.