Riley McCusker, a record-breaking swimmer and dedicated student, has been recognized as Glamour’s College Woman of the Year for 2023, an award that celebrates extraordinary young women who excel in their academics, leadership, and community involvement..
McCusker’s swimming career has been nothing short of remarkable. As a high school student, she set national records in the 100-yard butterfly and 200-yard butterfly events. Her success continued at the University of California, Berkeley, where she became the first freshman in school history to win an individual NCAA title in the 200-yard butterfly..
Beyond the pool, McCusker is an equally impressive student. She maintains a 4.0 GPA while pursuing a double major in data science and applied mathematics. Her academic achievements have earned her numerous accolades, including being named to the Pac-12 All-Academic First Team and receiving the NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship..
McCusker’s commitment to her community is equally noteworthy. She volunteers as a swim coach for underprivileged youth and serves as a mentor for young swimmers. Her passion for giving back has inspired others to follow her lead, making her a role model both in and out of the water..
In a recent interview with Glamour, McCusker shared her thoughts on the importance of balancing her athletic, academic, and personal life:.
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