Patriot League Success Stories - Where Are They Now?
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Rebecca Trachsel (Jewett), Colgate, '97
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January 11, 2006
Name: Rebecca Trachsel (Jewett)
Institution: Colgate University
Sport: Women's Cross Country and Track and Field
Graduation Year: 1997
Undergraduate Major (GPA): Geography (3.67)
THEN:
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude
- 1995 Patriot League Women's Cross Country Scholar-Athlete of the Year
- 1996 Women's Cross Country Captain
- Second place in 5000K at the 1995 Patriot League Outdoor Track and Field Championship
- 1995 Outdoor Track and Field All-League
NOW:
- Created Laurie Weber in 1992 - a company that designs women's accessories (www.laurieweber.com)
- Currently runs and operates Laurie Weber
- Gave birth to a baby girl in 2004 - Rosemary Gray
- Married Jeff Trachsel (Colgate '96)
Thoughts on how your competitive experience as a Patriot League student-athlete helped you achieve professional or personal goals:
My competitive experience has given me the enthusiasm and drive that I have towards my business along with total dedication to both my family and my work. Running continues to strengthen all aspects of my life.
