Vanessa Aniteye, a former Seattle Pacific track athlete, has been nominated for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award. This prestigious award recognizes female student-athletes who have achieved excellence in academics, athletics, service, and leadership.
Aniteye, a native of Seattle, Washington, graduated from Seattle Pacific University in 2019 with a degree in Business Administration. During her time at SPU, she was a four-year member of the track and field team and was a two-time All-American in the 800-meter run. Aniteye also earned All-Conference honors in the 400-meter and 800-meter runs.
In addition to her athletic accomplishments, Aniteye was also an active member of the SPU community. She served as a mentor to younger student-athletes and was an advocate for diversity and inclusion on campus. Aniteye was also a leader in the classroom, earning a 3.8 GPA and graduating with honors.
Aniteye’s nomination for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award is a testament to her hard work and dedication. She is an inspiration to all student-athletes who strive to excel both on and off the field. Her commitment to excellence and her passion for helping others is an example for us all.
We congratulate Vanessa Aniteye on her nomination for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award and wish her the best of luck in the competition.
