SALT LAKE CITY–Six student athletes from Westminster University's Men's and Women's Alpine Ski teams will compete in the NCAA Skiing Championships next week in Dartmouth, N.H. Three women and three men will compete against other alpine skiers from Western Region schools.
This year, Westminster qualified six competitors, the maximum number of athletes in each category.
The student athletes competing from the Women's Alpine Ski team are: Elise Hitter, senior, Management; Guro Vognild, sophomore, Finance; and Giulia Tintorri, senior, Biology. The student athletes competing from the Men's Alpine Ski team are: Benjamin Angerer, sophomore, Business Economics; Roman Frost, sophomore, Business; and Alejandro Puente Tasias, Masters of Business. Both teams are coached by Chris Hendrickson.
An NCAA Division 2 school, Westminster University's student athletes are part of varsity-level athletics teams that offer a platform to showcase competitive abilities while gaining a world-class education. Dedicated faculty work closely with student athletes to accommodate their rigorous training and competition schedules by enabling them to balance their challenging course load.
In addition to Westminster's Alpine Ski Teams, the university has Men's and Women's teams in both Freeski and Snowboard who compete in the United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association.
Westminster's proximity to world-class training facilities and ski areas also gives student-athletes the space to efficiently juggle studying and training. Westminster students and alumni have competed in various winter sports at every Winter Olympic Games in recent history. More than 50 Olympians pursued their educational aspirations at Westminster, earning degrees along with 10 medals.
More information on Westminster University's Mountain Sports program can be found here. https://westminsteru.edu/student-life/athletics/mountain-sports/index.html
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About Westminster University
Westminster University is a private, independent, nonprofit university located in Salt Lake City, Utah, celebrating 150 years of offering a transformative education that empowers students to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through the signature WestX initiative, Westminster students craft their own pathways to knowledge, applying their learning in real-world contexts. Wellness is integrated throughout the university experience, ensuring that all students have access to the resources and support they need to thrive. Westminster's charming campus in Salt Lake City's eclectic Sugar House neighborhood minutes away from the Wasatch Mountains fosters unique opportunities for students to connect with nature and engage in Utah's booming economy. As part of its commitment to innovation, Westminster continues to diversify its academic programs to align with students' passions and emerging industries. For more information, visit westminsteru.edu.
