In a collegiate landscape often defined by headlines on game-winning performances, NIL deals, and draft declarations, it is moments like these that shine a brighter, more enduring light on the true purpose of college athletics—where intellect meets discipline, and success is measured not just in points, but in principles.
This summer, the Big Ten Conference has proudly awarded its prestigious Postgraduate Scholarship to two student-athletes whose commitment to excellence reaches far beyond the field: Jenna Rogers and Micaylon Moore.
Their selection is not merely an honor—it is a testament to their tireless pursuit of academic distinction, athletic integrity, and holistic development. They are, quite simply, the embodiment of what it means to be a student-athlete in the 21st century.
The Big Ten Postgraduate Scholarship: A Standard of Distinction
Each year, the Big Ten Conference recognizes two graduating student-athletes from every member institution who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership, service, and athletic performance with its highly selective postgraduate scholarship.
Valued at $7,500 per recipient, the award is intended to support continued academic study—whether through medical school, graduate programs, law school, or other forms of advanced education. But the value extends far beyond the monetary. This award places recipients among the elite few who represent the intellectual heartbeat of Big Ten athletics.
To be selected, a student-athlete must exemplify a rare fusion of discipline, ambition, resilience, and leadership—traits that Jenna Rogers and Micaylon Moore have both displayed in remarkable abundance.
♀️✨ Jenna Rogers: Soaring Beyond the Bar—In Sports, In Scholarship, In Life
A name synonymous with brilliance in both athletic and academic circles, Jenna Rogers has etched an indelible mark on her institution’s track & field program and the Big Ten community at large.
As a high jumper, Rogers has soared to extraordinary heights—earning conference titles, national acclaim, and school records. But perhaps even more impressively, she has matched that vertical velocity with intellectual curiosity and academic rigor, majoring in a demanding discipline while maintaining a GPA that places her among the academic elite of her graduating class.
Beyond her accolades on the field, Rogers has been a vocal advocate for mental health awareness and the well-being of student-athletes, leading campus-wide initiatives and participating in community outreach programs that have touched hundreds of lives.
Now, as she sets her sights on graduate study—likely in a field where she can merge sports psychology with community impact—Jenna Rogers’ next leap will be into a future of leadership and legacy-building.
“I’ve always believed that true success is measured by how you elevate others,” Rogers recently shared. “That’s what this scholarship represents—the opportunity to keep rising, and to lift others with me.”
♂️ Micaylon Moore: Power, Poise, and Purpose
On the men’s side, Micaylon Moore has forged his legacy as a track & field standout with raw talent, intellectual firepower, and unshakable character.
As one of the top performers in jumps and sprints, Moore brought power and consistency to every competition. But it was what he did when the cameras weren’t rolling that set him apart.
Majoring in a rigorous STEM discipline, Moore balanced the grueling demands of Division I athletics with high academic performance, undergraduate research, and peer mentorship roles that inspired younger athletes to embrace their full potential.
Known among peers for his humility, work ethic, and thoughtfulness, Moore has spoken openly about his long-term goal to bridge athletics and innovation—pursuing graduate work in biomechanics or engineering, with the vision of improving training systems and performance technology for future generations of athletes.
“This award is not the finish line—it’s the start of my next chapter,” Moore said. “I want to use what I’ve learned to design the future of sport and science. That’s the real win.”
Redefining the Modern Student-Athlete
In an era where the term student-athlete is often clouded by commercial pressures and media spectacle, Jenna Rogers and Micaylon Moore serve as luminous reminders of what the term is truly meant to embody.
They are scholars who compete. Athletes who lead. Community members who give back. And visionaries who see education not just as a requirement, but as a platform for societal change.
Their journey reflects the enduring values of the Big Ten Conference—academic integrity, athletic excellence, and leadership beyond the arena.
The Road Ahead: Postgraduate Excellence and Lasting Impact
With the support of the Big Ten Postgraduate Scholarship, Rogers and Moore now prepare to enter some of the most competitive graduate programs in the country. Whether in the sciences, public health, education, or athletics, their paths will undoubtedly be defined not by mere success, but by significance.
They will represent not just themselves, or their alma maters—but the best of what collegiate athletics can offer: a visionary class of leaders equipped to change the world.
Final Word: Legacy in Motion
Jenna Rogers and Micaylon Moore are not just student-athletes. They are changemakers.
Their commitment to excellence—in every arena—is a beacon for future generations, a reflection of what is possible when grit meets grace, and a challenge to all of us to aim higher.
As the Big Ten Conference continues to elevate minds and mold champions, it can look to these two names as a powerful testament to what happens when you raise the bar—and then rise far above it.
Congratulations to Jenna Rogers and Micaylon Moore, 2025 Big Ten Postgraduate Scholars. Your best work is still ahead—and we’re all watching.
