The Life Skills Low Down
UTEP Athletics
The Life Skills Low Down March 2015
Inside the Issue: Community Service
2
Athletes in Action
2
NGWSD Recap
2
Admin Q & A
3
The Toolbox
3
Athletes of the Month
4
March’s Workshops
4
S.A.A.C. Spotlight
4
Joan Jepkirui: Freshman of the Year
Volume 1, Issue 6
Track: A Force to Be Reckoned with Come Outdoor UTEP Track and Field has been well recognized for its high level of talent and its ability to excel in competition among its rivals. The team wrapped up their competition at the C-USA Indoor Championships held in Birmingham, AL. The women secured the title making history as the first conference championship in program history! The men finished in third place while Western Kentucky placed first. Overall, there were some outstanding performances from both the women’s and men’s teams. Joan Jepkirui received the Women’s Freshman of the Year Award in addition to the High Point Scorer. The High Point Scorer award for the men went to senior Anthony Rotich. As they change gears to prepare for the outdoor season, they are set to host the UTEP Springtime meet March 21st, UTEP Invitational April 18th, UTEP Twilight May 1st, and C-USA Outdoor Championships May 14th-17th at Kidd Field.
The Life Skills Low Down
Community Service For the whole month of March, student-athletes will be in the midst of a clothing drive donating gently used items, in partnership with The Center Against Family Violence. We ask that athletic staff help our student-athletes during this initiative. You can drop off any items in the Life Skills office. Feel free to contact our office if you have any questions.
Athletes in Action
Athletes in full support of the Having a Heart Community Fair .
Athletes speaking to kids about career choices at Bel Air High
Athletes at Stanton Elementary School speaking about the importance of education.
School.
NGWSD Recap
Page 2
During the last week of February, UTEP Athletics celebrated the 16th annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD). This day is a nationwide celebration that started in 1987 to honor Flo Hyman for her athletic achievements, as well as the work she put in to ensure equality for women in sports. Some of
the ways athletics celebrated this day was by appearing on the Kiss Radio Show, Saturday Live Radio, and by hosting the annual Flo Hyman Award Banquet. At this banquet the Flo Hyman award was presented to three young ladies in the El Paso community who exhibited success both
academically & athletically, showed leadership, and conducted service in their respective communities. These ladies were also honored at halftime of the Women’s basketball game vs. Southern Mississippi, followed by an autograph signing by all of the UTEP women’s athletic teams.
Admin Q&A—Bob Stull
Volume 1, Issue 6
Director of Athletics, Bob Stull, gives some insight Paul, owner of the El Paso on being a coach, his current position and some Diablos team, was responsible for getting me to coach here. helpful advice for spring break: Q: Why did you decide to work in athletics? A: After playing college football at Kansas State, I worked as a graduate assistant and loved coaching at that level.
Q: What is your favorite thing about El Paso? A: Warm people, warm weather, and hot Mexican food!
Q: Where are you from originally and how did you come by working at UTEP? A: I was born and raised in Davenport, IA. I played at Kansas State, was an Assistant Coach at Kent State, and went on to be an Assistant Coach at the University of Washington. At UW, we played in 6 Bowl Games including 3 Rose Bowls and the Sun Bowl against Texas which we won. I later became the Head Coach at the University of Massachusetts, but the UTEP Head Coaching job opened and long story short, Jim
Q: What do you feel is your most important responsibility as an athletic director? A: Hiring great coaches and staff. Q: As you know, spring break is approaching… Where was the best place you visited for spring break? A: Because we always had spring football practice, I only went on one spring break and that was to New Orleans. Q: What tips can you provide our studentathletes with on how to stay safe during spring break? A: Both of my children went to spring break in Mexico and the best advice I gave them was don’t be the feature on MTV’s spring break show!
“Both of my children went to spring break in Mexico and the best advice I gave them was don’t be the feature on MTV’s spring break.
The Toolbox: Spring Break Safety Tips
Show”
Never leave valuables in plain view in your car. Lock items in your trunk before reaching your destination. Take turns behind the wheel, and whoever sits shotgun should stay awake to keep the driver company. When using Uber or Lyft, match the drivers name, license plate number, and photo to ensure you are getting in the right car. Never get in a car with someone you suspect is intoxicated, as there is always a safer alternative. Page 3
Connect with Life Skills The UTEP Life Skills program is an NCAA initiative that aims to provide student-athletes with opportunities for personal & professional development as well as community outreach. The goal of the program is to help student-athletes obtain academic excellence, athletic excellence, community service, personal development, and professional development. It also sponsors events such as Athletes Supporting Athletes as well as career and nutritional workshops.
Larry K. Durham Center Computer Room, 122 Phone: (915)747-6203 Fax: (915)747-5907 Email: [email protected]
UTEP LIFESKILLS @UTEPSAAC
Visit Us Online: utepathletics.com/school-bio/champs-life-skills.html
UTEP_LIFESKILLS
March’s Workshops
F OLLOW U S ON
Mother’s Against Drunk Driving
3.17.15
HAZE presented by APPLE Team
3.19.15
Bartending School presented by APPLE Team
3.25.15
F.O.C.U.S. presented by Dept. of Health
3.31.15
SOCIAL MEDIA
Athletes of the Month
S.A.A.C. Spotlight S.A.A.C. has elected three new members to their board. Kelvin Fisher from football is the new President. April Luther from volleyball is the new Vice President. James Bias from track and field is the new Male Mentoring Chair. We welcome this new leadership!
April Luther
Kelvin Fisher James Bias
Name:
Anthony Rotich
Sport:
Track & Field/ CC
Hometown:
Nairobi, Kenya
Major:
Civil Engineering
Name:
Duda Santos
Sport:
Tennis
Hometown:
Curitiba, Brazil
Major:
Pre-Business
The Life Skills Low Down March 2015
Inside the Issue: Community Service
2
Athletes in Action
2
NGWSD Recap
2
Admin Q & A
3
The Toolbox
3
Athletes of the Month
4
March’s Workshops
4
S.A.A.C. Spotlight
4
Joan Jepkirui: Freshman of the Year
Volume 1, Issue 6
Track: A Force to Be Reckoned with Come Outdoor UTEP Track and Field has been well recognized for its high level of talent and its ability to excel in competition among its rivals. The team wrapped up their competition at the C-USA Indoor Championships held in Birmingham, AL. The women secured the title making history as the first conference championship in program history! The men finished in third place while Western Kentucky placed first. Overall, there were some outstanding performances from both the women’s and men’s teams. Joan Jepkirui received the Women’s Freshman of the Year Award in addition to the High Point Scorer. The High Point Scorer award for the men went to senior Anthony Rotich. As they change gears to prepare for the outdoor season, they are set to host the UTEP Springtime meet March 21st, UTEP Invitational April 18th, UTEP Twilight May 1st, and C-USA Outdoor Championships May 14th-17th at Kidd Field.
The Life Skills Low Down
Community Service For the whole month of March, student-athletes will be in the midst of a clothing drive donating gently used items, in partnership with The Center Against Family Violence. We ask that athletic staff help our student-athletes during this initiative. You can drop off any items in the Life Skills office. Feel free to contact our office if you have any questions.
Athletes in Action
Athletes in full support of the Having a Heart Community Fair .
Athletes speaking to kids about career choices at Bel Air High
Athletes at Stanton Elementary School speaking about the importance of education.
School.
NGWSD Recap
Page 2
During the last week of February, UTEP Athletics celebrated the 16th annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD). This day is a nationwide celebration that started in 1987 to honor Flo Hyman for her athletic achievements, as well as the work she put in to ensure equality for women in sports. Some of
the ways athletics celebrated this day was by appearing on the Kiss Radio Show, Saturday Live Radio, and by hosting the annual Flo Hyman Award Banquet. At this banquet the Flo Hyman award was presented to three young ladies in the El Paso community who exhibited success both
academically & athletically, showed leadership, and conducted service in their respective communities. These ladies were also honored at halftime of the Women’s basketball game vs. Southern Mississippi, followed by an autograph signing by all of the UTEP women’s athletic teams.
Admin Q&A—Bob Stull
Volume 1, Issue 6
Director of Athletics, Bob Stull, gives some insight Paul, owner of the El Paso on being a coach, his current position and some Diablos team, was responsible for getting me to coach here. helpful advice for spring break: Q: Why did you decide to work in athletics? A: After playing college football at Kansas State, I worked as a graduate assistant and loved coaching at that level.
Q: What is your favorite thing about El Paso? A: Warm people, warm weather, and hot Mexican food!
Q: Where are you from originally and how did you come by working at UTEP? A: I was born and raised in Davenport, IA. I played at Kansas State, was an Assistant Coach at Kent State, and went on to be an Assistant Coach at the University of Washington. At UW, we played in 6 Bowl Games including 3 Rose Bowls and the Sun Bowl against Texas which we won. I later became the Head Coach at the University of Massachusetts, but the UTEP Head Coaching job opened and long story short, Jim
Q: What do you feel is your most important responsibility as an athletic director? A: Hiring great coaches and staff. Q: As you know, spring break is approaching… Where was the best place you visited for spring break? A: Because we always had spring football practice, I only went on one spring break and that was to New Orleans. Q: What tips can you provide our studentathletes with on how to stay safe during spring break? A: Both of my children went to spring break in Mexico and the best advice I gave them was don’t be the feature on MTV’s spring break show!
“Both of my children went to spring break in Mexico and the best advice I gave them was don’t be the feature on MTV’s spring break.
The Toolbox: Spring Break Safety Tips
Show”
Never leave valuables in plain view in your car. Lock items in your trunk before reaching your destination. Take turns behind the wheel, and whoever sits shotgun should stay awake to keep the driver company. When using Uber or Lyft, match the drivers name, license plate number, and photo to ensure you are getting in the right car. Never get in a car with someone you suspect is intoxicated, as there is always a safer alternative. Page 3
Connect with Life Skills The UTEP Life Skills program is an NCAA initiative that aims to provide student-athletes with opportunities for personal & professional development as well as community outreach. The goal of the program is to help student-athletes obtain academic excellence, athletic excellence, community service, personal development, and professional development. It also sponsors events such as Athletes Supporting Athletes as well as career and nutritional workshops.
Larry K. Durham Center Computer Room, 122 Phone: (915)747-6203 Fax: (915)747-5907 Email: [email protected]
UTEP LIFESKILLS @UTEPSAAC
Visit Us Online: utepathletics.com/school-bio/champs-life-skills.html
UTEP_LIFESKILLS
March’s Workshops
F OLLOW U S ON
Mother’s Against Drunk Driving
3.17.15
HAZE presented by APPLE Team
3.19.15
Bartending School presented by APPLE Team
3.25.15
F.O.C.U.S. presented by Dept. of Health
3.31.15
SOCIAL MEDIA
Athletes of the Month
S.A.A.C. Spotlight S.A.A.C. has elected three new members to their board. Kelvin Fisher from football is the new President. April Luther from volleyball is the new Vice President. James Bias from track and field is the new Male Mentoring Chair. We welcome this new leadership!
April Luther
Kelvin Fisher James Bias
Name:
Anthony Rotich
Sport:
Track & Field/ CC
Hometown:
Nairobi, Kenya
Major:
Civil Engineering
Name:
Duda Santos
Sport:
Tennis
Hometown:
Curitiba, Brazil
Major:
Pre-Business
