Today’s featured student athlete is Emily Wolff!
Emily is a junior psychology major as well as a swimmer in the freestyle and butterfly races for the Stevenson Women’s Swimming Team. Hailing from Towson, Maryland, Emily has been swimming in a pool since she was a baby! She has thoroughly enjoyed it from the beginning as it brings her joy and all-around fun! This love for the sport formed her into a competitive swimmer here at Stevenson, as she has participated in the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) Championship as both a freshman and sophomore. Although COVID-19 has put a halt on Stevenson sports, Emily has been practicing lightly with her swimming team and planning on kicking the season off in the Spring! Although it has been an adjustment of schedule concerning her sport, she is grateful for the opportunity to swim for Stevenson and is looking forward to the next semester.
In terms of schoolwork, this has definitely been an adjustment for Emily. Although she prefers going to in-person classes and having the opportunity to interact with her peers and professors, she has been able to thrive in a different learning environment. For instance, she has become the president of Stevenson’s Mustang Activities and Programming (MAP) Club. Emily ambitious goals for the club and cannot wait until they come to fruition!
While student athletes have been adjusting to a lot, Emily provides the tip of taking deep breaths and remembering that everything will come together in the end! She understands that athletes may be upset that they are not able to play their sport, but she suggests putting that same energy into when they are able to play again. In that way, they will be able to start the new season off on a high note. Finally, Emily encourages student athletes, and students alike, to enjoy each day as it comes as well as the little moments!
Written by: Semira Nock