Burkholder was a four-year runner for the Maple Leafs who saw action in 21 meets, but set three career-best times in a two-week span last season.
GC In The News
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Max Burkholder ’20, Track and Field
Jen Ryan Jimenez ’00 a Times of Northwest Indiana Heart of Health Care winner
Jen Ryan Jimenez '00 has been named a Heart of Health Care winner by the Times of Northwest Indiana for 2020.
GC GOATs: Kerri Escayg ’99 electrified Maple Leaf men’s soccer in 1990s
Kerry Escayg took an unusual path to Goshen College, but once he got there, he left a massive impact on the men’s soccer program.
Luke Gascho: The pursuit of climate justice
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Vincent Kibunja ’20, Track and Field
"It seems redundant to highlight hard work and high character, but that is exactly what Vincent is," said head coach Rustin Nyce.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Ryan Haggerty ’20, Track and Field
"Ryan found ways to run thousands of miles, write and publish books, and maintain academic excellence. Ryan built himself into one of the top marathon runners in the country by consistently working hard and doing things the right way. Ryan's joking behavior sometimes overshadows his success and hard work. His model of hard work and dedication to the sport and academics sets a great example for our underclassmen."
GC GOATs: Mandi Hutchison ’02 dominated women’s soccer despite shortened career
Hutchison left a huge impact during her time in the purple and black, ending her career as the program’s all-time leader in goals (38) and points (90) by a wide margin. She still holds both records to this day.
Stephen Graber ’15 participates in Himalayan Health Exchange in northern India
Stephen Graber '15, a fourth-year medical student at Indiana University School of Medicine, participated in a medical elective in Northern India this February with the Himalayan Health Exchange (HHE).
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Megan Graber ’20, Track and Field
"Megan is a great example of how to balance a rigorous course load with athletics. Her optimism, hard work, and care for others will make her an outstanding nurse. She was always great to have around the track and always found ways to encourage her teammates and make others feel good about themselves."
Rushika Perera ’95 leads team testing Antiviral compounds against COVID-19
Rushika Perera '95, leads a team at Colorado State University that is testing drugs and chemicals to see if they might provide options to fight the virus that causes COVID-19.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Chelsea Foster ’20, Track and Field
Chelsea was a two-time Goshen College Female Athlete of the Year nominee and the 2018 winner of that award after qualifying for the NAIA national championship in cross country.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Siana Emery ’20, Track and Field
"In her first experience at nationals her freshman year she was disqualified. Since then she earned four All-American honors! Siana is a mentally strong athlete who is willing to work hard to become better."
Arvis Dawson ’76 says he loves his Elkhart community
After graduating from Goshen College, Arvis Dawson began his career working as a social worker before beginning his teaching career, and now sits on the Elkhart City Council.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Braedon Evans ’20, Baseball
"He was the definition of a hard worker and a guy that was constantly encouraging his teammates. Braedon was a guy that took the ball for us every weekend throughout his career and provided stability in our pitching rotation. He led by example and is a testament to what hard work can do."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Mitchell Wilson ’20, Baseball
"He was an extremely smart baseball player and got better with each and every at-bat he had. Mitch was a great teammate and such a huge part of our team."
GC GOATs: Cassie Greives ’11 went from reluctant to play to Maple Leaf WBB great
Cassie Greives '11 currently ranks first in program history in rebounds (1,016) and field goals made (622), second in points (1,614) and third in blocks (77) and free throws made (370).
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Anthony Todaro ’20, Baseball
"Anthony is an extremely hard worker that passionately loves the game of baseball."
A conversation with Christian Yoder ’80, global health researcher, in the midst of COVID-19
President Stoltzfus interviews Christian Yoder '80, one of many GC alumni turning his efforts toward medical and public health solutions to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ryan Troyer ’97 works to find coronavirus vaccine
Dr. Ryan Troyer '97, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at The University of Western Ontario, is working with a team of others in his department on a vaccine for Covid-19.
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Colby Malson ’20, Baseball
"Colby was one of the best competitors I've ever had the opportunity to coach."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Kody McGuire ’20, Baseball
"When you talk about a selfless guy that would do anything you asked of him, that was Kody."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Ben Longacre ’20, Baseball
"From 'the quiet kid from Pennsylvania' to one of the best hitters in the Crossroads League, it has been incredible to see his development as both a player and a man."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: Colton Daniel ’20, Baseball
"I'll always remember how competitive he was and how willing he was to take on whatever role was needed on the pitching staff. Colton took the ball in key spots and always gave everything he got on the mound."
Senior Athlete Spotlight: McKinzi Vega ’20, Softball
"Her powerful bat and dedication to the team is something I will always remember. She was a great teammate and hardworking individual. I look forward to seeing what she will do next."
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