PRES RPT 2022 ONYX ANNEAU

Women’s Golf

Western and Hunt Seat Equestrian Teams

Men’s Golf

Sprint Football

Drives Enrollment Growth does the student experience,” said Randolph.

he continued. Today’s Pomeroy athletes represent 29 states, Puerto Rico and 10 countries, as the campus program draws from more geographic and international locations than ever before. This geographic diversity has led to an increase in overall diversity. Persons of color represented 38% of the new students who arrived this fall. Dee Reed, associate vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion, said that she is pleased with the increase in diversity and cultures represented at The Woods. “These visible and intangible changes provide great possibilities for students, faculty and staff. “There is an opportunity for dialogue and interaction among the student body for students of all races and nationalities to learn about each other and to learn from one another,” Reed said. The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion partners with the Office of Academic Affairs to conduct workshops and presentations for the faculty about

inclusive teaching and belonging. Additionally, they are working with students to provide them with tools that will help create awareness of beliefs and assumptions. Coaches Ashley and Ian Harris arrived at SMWC in June 2021. Their recruiting efforts have resulted in 48 student-athletes collectively arriving from around the United States and other countries. “We are a family, no matter where you come from,” said Coach Ashley. “The whole team has a sense of belonging, and each has a voice.” Coach Ian has had great success recruiting for the men’s volleyball team internationally. “We intentionally have diverse rosters to reflect the world. Everyone can fit into our family and culture.” The men’s roster boasts players from seven different states, Puerto Rico and four different countries.

In the fall of 2021, men’s basketball began play; in the fall of 2022, sprint football made its debut and won the Midwest Sprint Football League Championship. In spring 2023, the men’s volleyball team will take the court for the first time. “These new sports collectively brought SMWC significantly more students; however, the volume in students also creates a robust experience for all students. The growth of our Pomeroy nation impacts every aspect of the student experience as classrooms are filled and the dining hall is bustling with students. There are more activities for all students across the board, and many things that keep students engaged on campus during the weekends,” said Randolph. “Athletics growth helps us meet the overall collegiate expectations of prospective students from Indianapolis and Chicago, internationally and even right here in our own Wabash Valley backyard,”

Women’s Volleyball

Men’s Track and Field

Men’s Volleyball

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