4:45 a.m.: Caitlyn Muncher springs out of bed, grabs a protein bar and her gym bag, brushes her teeth, and heads to meet her team for their first practice of the day. 5:30 a.m.: The University of West Alabama's triathlon team loads a university van and disembarks on their way to Meridian for swim practice in Meridian Community College’s heated in-door swimming pool. 8:13 a.m.: The team arrives back on campus and Muncher quickly showers in her dorm room at Gilbert Hall, then races to Young Hall Cafeteria to scarf down some breakfast before her first class of the day at 10:10 a.m. 12:21 p.m.: Lunch on-the-go after class, of course, so Muncher can squeeze in as much homework as possible, and maybe even a quick nap. 3:30 p.m.: Triathlon practice
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7:47 p.m.: Muncher arrives late to her sorority’s social, as always. 9:23 p.m.: Muncher finally returns to her dorm to finish up on her English essay, study for her calculus test, pack for her track meet that weekend, and try and get in bed before …show more content…
She was selected and was granted a generous scholarship, study abroad opportunities, the option to take honors courses, go on several trips and participate in numerous events with other Tutwiler Scholars.
“When you first meet Caitlyn, she seems very easy going, almost shy. But when you get to know her, you see that she’s driven to win, whether it’s in a triathlon or in academics. And the person she competes hardest against is herself—she’s always pushing herself to become better, faster, smarter,” said Dr. Lesa Shaul, the director of UWA’s Honors Program.
By the time classes started, Muncher realized that she wanted more out of her college experience and decided to attend sorority recruitment. Despite her coach’s disapproval, Muncher accepted a bid from Phi Mu.
“I had my doubts about Caitlyn’s schedule, but she assured me that she would be able to handle everything. Because of her grades, high school involvement and level of commitment, I did not have many” said Nicosia. Muncher demonstrated she could handle her busy schedule by completing her first semester of college with a 4.0
7:47 p.m.: Muncher arrives late to her sorority’s social, as always. 9:23 p.m.: Muncher finally returns to her dorm to finish up on her English essay, study for her calculus test, pack for her track meet that weekend, and try and get in bed before …show more content…
She was selected and was granted a generous scholarship, study abroad opportunities, the option to take honors courses, go on several trips and participate in numerous events with other Tutwiler Scholars.
“When you first meet Caitlyn, she seems very easy going, almost shy. But when you get to know her, you see that she’s driven to win, whether it’s in a triathlon or in academics. And the person she competes hardest against is herself—she’s always pushing herself to become better, faster, smarter,” said Dr. Lesa Shaul, the director of UWA’s Honors Program.
By the time classes started, Muncher realized that she wanted more out of her college experience and decided to attend sorority recruitment. Despite her coach’s disapproval, Muncher accepted a bid from Phi Mu.
“I had my doubts about Caitlyn’s schedule, but she assured me that she would be able to handle everything. Because of her grades, high school involvement and level of commitment, I did not have many” said Nicosia. Muncher demonstrated she could handle her busy schedule by completing her first semester of college with a 4.0