Mississippi College Dominates GSC Winter Academic Awards with All-Academic Selections
Mississippi College dominates the Gulf South Conference in All-Academic Team selections for the 2023-24 Winter term, with 14 student-athletes recognized, surpassing last year's total. Men and women's indoor track and field led, while women's basketball secured its first GSC academic selection since returning to Division II.
The Big PictureThe increase in student-athletes named to the GSC Honor Roll indicates a heightened focus on academic excellence and achievement across the conference.
By the Numbers- 492 student-athletes were named to the GSC Honor Roll
- 52% of honor roll student-athletes had a GPA of 3.5 or better
- 31% of students achieved a GPA of 3.75 or higher
- 68 students (14%) achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA
- Mississippi College led the GSC in Winter Academic Awards for the second consecutive term
- 55 Choctaw student-athletes made the academic honor roll, ranking fourth among conference members
The continued emphasis on academic achievement in sports highlights a positive trend towards balancing athletics and academics in collegiate settings, setting a higher standard for student-athletes.
Bottom LineMississippi College's academic success in the GSC showcases a commitment to excellence not only on the field but also in the classroom, setting a stellar example for student-athletes across the conference.
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