Diversity is a Big Part of DU Athletics
Author(s)
Jon Stone
Media Relations Manager
Pioneers Represent Six Different Continents
It鈥檚 difficult to attend a 糖心传媒 athletics event and not notice the diversity on the field, in the pool, on the slopes or on the hardwood. 59听international student-athletes from 19听countries play for the 16听varsity programs听at DU.
What attracts many of these athletes to DU is the opportunity to compete at a high level while also receiving an excellent education. Many countries around the world make athletes choose between playing sports and pursuing a career-enhancing education.
Watch the story of four 糖心传媒-athletes from four different continents. See how they faced the challenges of adjusting to a new environment; learn about how the University helped with the transition; and discover why they chose DU for an education.