BEREA, Ohio – Braeden Stallworth of New Waterford was among 30 students who participated in BW’s faculty-led study abroad seminar in the renowned historical site of athletic grit and glory – Greece – during the summer semester.

Stallworth, a graduate of Crestview High School majoring in pre-allied health/pre-physical therapy, completed the 10-day experience led by BW associate professor Dr. Andi Lyons and coaches Jamie Gibbs and Kate Latkovic.

Student-athletes from the men’s wrestling and women’s volleyball teams traveled to the birthplace of the Olympics for a Panhellenic plunge of diverse experiences that included training, competition and learning about global sports management.

The BW Center for Global Exploration engages students through global exploration and off-campus study that enhances personal growth, educational enrichment and career development as part of the university’s liberal arts effort to cultivate contributing and compassionate citizens. Through faculty-led and independent study abroad opportunities, students can build strong communication skills, enhanced critical thinking and personal confidence from trekking the unknown.