Being a multi-sport athlete most of her life, Ashlyn Diemert knew she wanted to continue her love for sports at the next level. With her passion burning, she is preparing to shape the minds of the next generation of athletes.

Hometown: West Fargo, N.D.
Year: Senior
Major: Sports Leadership
Activities on campus: Women’s basketball & softball

What made you choose to major in sports leadership?

Sports are something that I am very passionate about and I want them to be a part of my life for as long as they can. Being a student athlete has made me want to become a coach or even an athletic director one day, and sports leadership was the best direction for that.

What has been your favorite memory so far?

VCSU has brought me many memories from being on two different sports teams and going to different activities on campus. VCAB events like bingo, finals breakfast, or casino night have been some of my favorite things to attend with my friends. Being able to take trips and compete in Hawaii and the Gulf Shores for basketball and going to Alabama for softball have also created lots of memories along the way.

Favorite spot on campus?

My favorite spots on campus are the learning commons and the bubble. I spend a decent amount of my time in the learning commons working on homework and chatting with my teammates and classmates. I also spend most of my time at the bubble with practice, lift, and hanging out with teammates in the locker room.

Why VCSU?

I chose VCSU because I really enjoyed the campus, and it felt like somewhere I could see myself for the next 4 years. As soon as I walked on campus and completed my tour, I knew that this is where I was meant to be. On top of that, I was given the opportunity to play sports and that was something I wanted to do. I knew how much support I was going to get from everyone around me no matter who I was and what I decided to do on campus.

Any advice for those considering VCSU?

VCSU is where you will have endless support from everyone on campus and in the community. You never feel alone and have all the resources you need to succeed academically and athletically. It is a great place to feel welcomed and have a home away from home.

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