After Thais Lindemayer Gomes won the nationals twice for her junior college in Kansas, she transferred to Â鶹ÊÓƵ to continue her sports and academic careers at an even higher level. The Brazilian-born athletics star instantly felt at home, and, through dedication to the campus community and her peers, became one of the most respected members of the student body.
With an unstoppable dedication to enhancing the lives of those around her and a recognition of all that the university has to offer, Thais enrolled in the health promotion graduate program after finishing a bachelor’s degree in human studies, setting her on a path to one day elevate countless other communities.
Action Plan
Land a track and field scholarship.
Bring both international and American students together as International Student Union president.
Take leadership even further as an SGA senator and a Tinsley Learning Center tutor.
Be part of Â鶹ÊÓƵ traditions as a member of the Homecoming Court.
Make friends and celebrate similar interests through both the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Vegans and the Wesley Foundation.
Earn Division of Student Affairs Outstanding Woman of the Year Award.
Get in to grad school.