WASHINGTON - Gallaudet University athletics is proud to participate in the annual NCAA Division III Week (April 6-12) in an effort to celebrate the impact athletics and Bison student-athletes have on our campus and the surrounding community. GU is joining 426 Division III institutions and 42 voting conferences in this week's celebration.

To help focus on the many student-athletes that represent Gallaudet athletics we will spotlight several student-athletes each day this week. You will learn more about them as they express their feelings on what it is like to be a Division III student-athlete here at Gallaudet. Interviews were conducted by Gallaudet Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant Alyssa Marino and graphics by Athletic Communications Coordinator Bruce Saperstein and BoxOut Sports.

First year Natalie Greene (Houston, Texas) is a first-year student-athlete in the women's STUNT program and participated in women's basketball this past year. Greene majors in information technology and is expected to graduate in Spring 2027.

In My Own Words: Natalie Greene (STUNT)

What is it like to be a student-athlete in college?
NG: It's basically living a Hannah Montana life, one minute I'm locked in as an athlete, the next I'm a regular college student. It's a lot, but I love the balance and the grind.

What is it like to be a student-athlete at Gallaudet University?
NG: I love it; people always come up asking about games or our schedule, which is super cool. It makes me proud to represent and be part of that energy on campus.

What is your favorite class at Gallaudet University and why?
NG: Definitely my VEE podcast storytelling class; it lets me be creative and tell stories my way. I'm currently working on my series Always a Silver Spoon!

What is the best thing about your teammates?
NG: My teammates are hilarious, no question. Practice is always a good time, and the vibes are unmatched.

2026 Division III Week Student-Athlete Spotlight: In My Own Words
Thursday: Natalie Greene (STUNT) | Joe Bryan (Men's Soccer)
Wednesday: Evangeline Diaz (Women's Basketball) | Jala Furdge (Women's Track and Field)
Tuesday: Sofia Giansanti (Women's Flag Football) | Austin Baker (Men's Volleyball)
Monday: Olivia Wascher (Softball) | Mary Figueroa (Women's Swimming)

About Division III Week
Division III Week is a positive opportunity for all individuals associated with Division III to observe and celebrate the impact of athletics and of student-athletes on the campus and surrounding community. During the week, every Division III school and conference office is encouraged to conduct a type of outreach activity that falls into one of three categories: academic accomplishment; athletic experience; or leadership/community service/campus involvement. For more information log onto https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2013/11/15/division-iii-week.aspx.

About Gallaudet
Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, multicultural institution of higher education that ensures the intellectual and professional advancement of deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares its graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world. For more information about Gallaudet University please log onto www.gallaudet.edu and visit the Bison athletics homepage at www.gallaudetbison.com.