DAVIS, Calif. – UC Davis Athletics proudly celebrates its Class of 2024 with 133 Aggie student-athletes, including the Aggies who finished their studies following the fall semester, taking part in the fifth-annual Launch Day as part of UC Davis' 2024 spring commencement ceremonies.
Launch Day is hallmark event organized by Aggie EVO, providing a platform to recognize the achievements of these exceptional individuals while here at Davis and celebrate the next step in their journeys into the world of work.
"Aggie Launch Day is an annual celebration of our graduating Aggies, honoring the dedication and hard work of our Student-Athletes," said UC Davis Director of Athletics Rocko DeLuca. "This event fills me with pride as we recognize their achievements and look forward to seeing them carry their Aggie Pride into their professional careers. I am excited for this class to make their mark on the world."
Aggie EVO, a program finishing up its seventh year, is committed to equipping student-athletes with the necessary tools to thrive in the world beyond their time at UC Davis and competing in intercollegiate athletics.
Through a multifaceted approach, the Aggie EVO System focuses on enhancing career paths for student-athletes, preparing them for success in various professional fields. The program offers a range of opportunities, including networking events, internships, mentorships, and experiential learning initiatives, all designed to bolster their professional skills and provide real-world experience.
From the moment student-athletes set foot on the UC Davis campus, Aggie EVO opens doors to unique relationships and immersive experiences, allowing them to interact with employers and professionals from diverse fields. These encounters often introduce students to new and exciting possibilities that they may not have previously considered.
These invaluable opportunities empower student-athletes to put their best foot forward as they embark on their future careers.
UC Davis will hold its Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremonies at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif., starting at 9 a.m. on Friday, June 14. Ceremonies will also be held at the Golden 1 Center later that same day at 2 p.m., on Saturday, June 15 at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and a final ceremony will be held at 9 a.m. on Sunday, June 16.
UC DAVIS ATHLETICS GRADUATING CLASS OF 2024 (ALL THREE SEMESTERS)
BASEBALL
Ian Torpey – Communications
Damian Stone – Communications
Kaden Riccomini – Managerial Economics
Andrew Lacour – Managerial Economics
Nick Iverson – Managerial Economics
Kaden Hogan – Human Development
Jake Gallagher – Political Science
Theo Forshey – Economics
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Elijah Pepper – Sociology
Kane Milling – Psychology
Sam Manu – Human Development
Ade Adebayo – Mechanical Engineering
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Lena Svanholm – Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Evanne Turner – Psychology
Campbell Gray – Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior
BEACH VOLLEYBALL
Sam Lazenby – Human Development
Morgan Coolbaugh – Psychology
Colleen McGuire – Communications
Alicia Letvin – Applied Statistics
EQUESTRIAN
Tasia Anstead – Communications
Sierra Gundersen – History
Macey Newkirk – History
Lauren Langbaum – Managerial Economics
Kendal Scheiner – Communications
Kate Blake – Psychology
Jordan Scween – Psychology
Gracie Howell – Human Development
Caspian Ellis – Managerial Economics
Carly Sweeney – Viticulture and Enology
Amber Nusser – Psychology
Amber Ide – Animal Science
FIELD HOCKEY
Lizzy Tedrow – Linguistics
Shannon Lackey – Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
Maddie Kellner – Managerial Economics
Brenna Brophy – Human Biology
FOOTBALL
Sean Harlston – Sociology
Luke Van Buuren – Applied Physics
Trent Tompkins – Communications
Evan Tattersall – MBA, Administration
Josiah Suani – Community & Regional Development
Nicola Sarale – Economics
Peter Povey – Human Development
Jake Parks – Human Development
Calvin Mouisset – Managerial Economics
Jorge Moreno – Communications
Justin Martz – Human Development
Justin Kraft – Psychology
Zach Kennedy – Managerial Economics
Miles Hastings – Communications
Da'Von Frazier – Sociology
Jordan Ford – Human Development
Wyatt Elmore – Psychology
Nick Eaton – Communications
Mitchell Dixon – Managerial Economics
Jackson Cloyd – Managerial Economics & American Studies
Jeremiah Chukwudobe – Political Science
Lance Babb II – Design
Jehiel Budgett – Community & Regional Development
Teddye Buchanan – Design
Michael Ambagtsheer – Human Development
MEN'S GOLF
Jacob Westberg – Psychology
Mark Stephens – Managerial Economics
Alejandro Nava – Economics
Lucas Carper – Mechanical Engineering
GYMNASTICS
Petra Engstrom – Sustainable AG & Food Systems
Nandhini Senthil – Human Biology
Marisa Laird – Asian-American Studies
Kaitlyn Lyle – Psychology
Emma Otsu – Anthropology
Anna Holtan – Sociology & Organizational Studies
LACROSSE
Maddie McCormick – International Agricultural Development
Lily Manos – Design
Lauren Hart – Sustainable Environmental Design
Sierra Lizerbram – Human Development
Claire Moats – Civil Engineering
Brooke Tokushigue – Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems
Ashley Laing – Cognitive Science
MEN'S SOCCER
Dane Becker – Civil Engineering
Spencer Gillen – Geology
Sean Bilter – Environmental Engineering
Charles Janssen – Plant Sciences
Ethan Hoard – Human Development
Ryan Dieter – Managerial Economics
WOMEN'S SOCCER
Risa Yamada – Psychology
Lindsey Porter – Psychology
Leslie Fregoso – Communications
Molly Branigan – Communications
SOFTBALL
Kenedi Brown – Human Development
Bella Pahulu – Human Development
Libbie McMahan – Human Development
Anna Dethlefson – Molecular & Medical Microbiology
Sarah Nakahara – Psychology
Sarah Starks – Communications
Sarah Reineman – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
Tatum Wentworth – Human Development
Leah Polson – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
SWIMMING & DIVING
Talia Mickelsen – Animal Science
Noel Riely – Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Melina Dimick – Clinical Nutrition
Kailee Ruiz – Psychology
Jessica Chu – Design
Jay Jay Eaton – Managerial Economics
Elle Motekaitis – History
Allie Robinson – Psychology
MEN'S TENNIS
Antreas Djakouris – Economics
WOMEN'S TENNIS
Olive Maunupau – Computer Science
Michelle Zell – International Relations
Carly Schwartzberg – Statistics
Arianna Stavropoulos – Managerial Economics
MEN'S TRACK & FIELD AND CROSS COUNTRY
Liam Lubamersky – History
Kurtis Lee – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
David Hunter – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
Sam Wilson – Cinema & Digital Media
Corey Moore – Political Science
Brody Roberts – Managerial Economics
Simon Fuller – Sociology
Austin Vasquez – Communications
Isaiah Galindo – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
WOMEN'S TRACK & FIELD AND CROSS COUNTRY
Madison Thomas – Sociology
Kalah Bateman – Cognitive Science
Janae O'Neal – Organizational Studies
Tina Duong – Global Disease Biology
Sierra Atkins – Communications
Caroline Au – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
Jayme Hendrickson – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
Alexys Ford – Psychology
Oriana Jalal – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
Alyssa McKeever – Animal Science
Amelia Wiggs – Environmental Science & Management
Kerrington Smith – Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Sierra Meier – Molecular & Medical Microbiology
Katelyn Vuong – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
Emma Arriaga – Animal Science
Sarah Perry – Environmental Science & Management
Chloe Arriaga – Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
VOLLEYBALL
Amara Aimufua – Sociology
Casi Newman – Biological Science
Shkhinah Tindsley – English
MEN'S WATER POLO
Max Stryker – Economics
Logan Anderson – Psychology
Ben Fleming – Communications
Aaron Wilson – Communications
Aaron Voggenthaler – Communications
WOMEN'S WATER POLO
Tess Fundter – Environmental Science and Management
Ryan Sund – Life Sciences
Nellie McAdams – Cognitive Science
Grace Pelkey – Communications
Ashley Salem – English
