NORMAL, Ill. – The Illinois State Athletics department and PNC Bank honored student-athletes selected as PNC Achievers with in-game, on-court recognition ceremonies during 2019-20 men's basketball games.
Each of the 12 PNC Achievers was presented an award by a Karin L. Bone Athletics Study Center staff member and a representative from PNC Bank.
"Our PNC Achievers have been tremendous ambassadors for the athletics department and institution, and we couldn't be more proud of their efforts," shared Illinois State Assistant Athletics Director for Academics and Life Skills Joe Klausner. "Our 12 honorees this year have worked tirelessly in and out of the classroom since they stepped foot on our campus and honoring them for their commitment and dedication has been more than earned."
The 2019-20 PNC Achievers included: Savannah Remkus (gymnastics), Tyson Hays (baseball), Kimathi Johnson (men's track and field), Kierston Farley-Sepe (swimming and diving), Sydney Laufenberg (women's track and field), Stef Jankiewicz (volleyball), Alyssa Wiebel (softball), Brandon Lew (men's tennis), Abby Basler (soccer), Becca Black (women's golf), Andrew O'Brien (men's golf) and Natalia Bravo (women's tennis).
"We are extremely grateful for the partnership with PNC Bank to recognize our standout Redbirds, who have achieved at a high level athletically, academically and in their communities," Klausner continued. "I would like to thank Regional President, Brian Ray, and Vice President, Director of Client and Community Relations, Jenna Wiesner, for their continued partnership and desire to recognize our student-athletes. I look forward to continuing this relationship and honoring many more Redbirds in the future."
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