Thankfulness, The Blue Hen Way
11/24/2022
Thanksgiving: a public acknowledgment or celebration of divine goodness; the act of giving thanks. We asked our Blue Hens, how do you show you're thankful?
I show I am thankful by never losing sight of those who helped me get to where I am today. I express my gratitude and love to those in my life who I would not be here without every chance I get, and give them all the flowers they deserve.Tara Cousins, Women's Basketball
I show that I am thankful for everything in my life by giving back to others in my community to help them achieve their dreams.Ethan Saunders, Football
I’m thankful for getting the opportunity to be a student-athlete at the University of Delaware. I am grateful for the leadership lessons it learned me and excited to learn from my experiences and take this to help other people.Berber Bakermans, Field Hockey
I am thankful for the opportunity to train and compete alongside my teammates each day, and for the lessons sport has taught me which will remain with me throughout the rest of my life.Jessica Pidgeon, Cross Country/Track & Field
I show that I am thankful by giving back to the community that has given me so many opportunities to grow. I do this through service with the firehouse, SAAC, and other volunteering experiences.Brooke Ciampaglio, Women's Lacrosse
I show that I am thankful by finding other ways to contribute to the growth of our track and field program, and the athletic community as a whole; this includes being a part of the DE&I team, SAAC, HenMinded, Hen’s Mentors, and track and field’s recruitment program.Kosie Nkwonta, Track & Field
I show that I’m thankful through expressing gratitude to those I love and appreciate, while constantly finding ways to give back to the communities I’m apart of. Our team recently ran a food drive for local communities in Delaware and participated in volunteering at DHA, a no kill animal shelter in Wilmington!Morgan Olynyk, Softball
Blue Hens, how are you thankful?
Being a collegiate athlete, I am very thankful for all the opportunities that I have here, including the Whitney Athletic Center, the athletic advisors and the trainers that allow me to be successful on and off the field. Having access to all of this allows me to work towards obtaining great education while having a unique experience here at Delaware.Eric Ludman, Baseball
I am thankful to play the sport I love at a University that priorities in doing well academically. The Whitney Athletic Center has provided easier access to study spaces also communicating with academic advisors so I can continue to keep this a high priority. I am very grateful for that!Claire Flood, Volleyball
