“Being in Urbana track and field has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my entire life, not only because of the accolades and my college commitment, but because of my growth as a person. I’ve been doing track since I was five or six years old and then since, I just continued to do it and grow. I’m extremely grateful to have been a part of an amazing track program for the past four years, it’s a family that I will always have and cherish, as I have learned so many life lessons. Last summer, I competed at the New Balance Nationals and placed seventh in the nation in the heptathlon. Afterwards, Coach Tolbert from Harvard reached out to me, and I was able to go on an official visit. I fell in love with the Harvard campus, community and track team, and I’m grateful that I will have the opportunity to work with a coach who also coached the Olympic champion, Gabby Thomas.”

– Felicia Siewe (Class of 2025)