George Washington University Athletics
Seven Rowers Named CRCA Scholar-Athletes
6/5/2026 2:00:00 PM | Women's Rowing
WASHINGTON - Seven members of the GW rowing program were named Scholar-Athletes by the Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association for the 2026 season, bringing the Buff & Blue's total to 47 over the last five seasons.
To earn recognition from the national body, a student-athlete must be in at least their second year of eligibility and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.50. On the water, the student-athlete must have rowed in a minimum of 75% of spring races or compete in an NCAA boat at the conference or national championship.
The CRCA Scholar-Athlete Award recognizes collegiate rowers who demonstrate a strong commitment to success in the classroom and on the water.Â
The seven members of the Buff & Blue who earned the distinction are:
Benedetta Bonino, Cognitive Neuroscience
To earn recognition from the national body, a student-athlete must be in at least their second year of eligibility and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.50. On the water, the student-athlete must have rowed in a minimum of 75% of spring races or compete in an NCAA boat at the conference or national championship.
The CRCA Scholar-Athlete Award recognizes collegiate rowers who demonstrate a strong commitment to success in the classroom and on the water.Â
The seven members of the Buff & Blue who earned the distinction are:
Benedetta Bonino, Cognitive Neuroscience
Macy Bronte, Environmental Studies and Political Science
Olivia Brown, Biomedical Engineering
Carolina Hardin, Economics
Carly Knutzen, Business Analytics
Young Park, International Affairs
Katie Swatek, International Affairs and German Language & Literature
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