Joe Holenstein wins Division III Men’s Lacrosse Elite Scholar-Athlete Award

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Joe Holenstein , a junior at RIT, is the recipient of the Elite Scholar-Athlete award for the 2026 NCAA Division III Men’s Lacrosse Championship. Holenstein, majoring in mechanical engineering, currently carries a 3.97 GPA. Holenstein was presented with the award after the Tigers practice on Friday, May 22 in Charlottesville, Virginia. The NCAA Elite Scholar-Athlete Award honors the exceptional achievements of student-athletes. This prestigious accolade is given to those who have not only excelled at a national championship level in their sport but have also achieved the highest academic standards among their peers. The Elite Scholar-Athlete is…