Seniors Catie McGrath (Field Hockey) and Shane Artis (Men's Cross Country) have been named the MAC Senior Scholar-Athlete in their respective sports, recognizing their academic and athletic excellence. McGrath holds a near perfect 3.99 cumulative GPA as a double major in biology and chemistry, having received numerous accolades in field hockey, including MAC Freedom Defensive Player of the Year and NFHCA All-Region honors. Artis, an accounting major, maintains a 3.69 cumulative GPA and has achieved All-MAC First-Team honors and NCAA Division III National Championships qualifications. Both athletes meet the criteria of a senior student-athlete with at least a 3.20 cumulative GPA and have actively contributed to their community.

By the Numbers
  • McGrath's near perfect 3.99 cumulative GPA
  • Artis' 3.69 cumulative GPA as an accounting major
State of Play
  • McGrath and Artis have become the 33rd and 34th Bulldog to earn the award
  • They tie for the third most awards of any school in the MAC, behind Messiah University and Lebanon Valley College
  • To be nominated, a student-athlete must be a senior with at least a 3.20 cumulative GPA
Bottom Line

McGrath and Artis' achievements exemplify the ideal combination of academic and athletic success, showcasing the true essence of a scholar-athlete.