There are several instances in which the BIG EAST Conference embodies its own tagline: "Today's Champions, Tomorrows Leaders." The BIG EAST prides itself on promoting those who demonstrate unparalleled success both in and out of the classroom. Below are stories that highlight the best and the brightest student-athletes, teams and colleges and universities the BIG EAST has to offer.
The BIG EAST Conference has announced the 23 teams that have been recognized with 2008-09 Team Academic Excellence Awards recognizing the highest... MORE
The BIG EAST Conference has announced the 21 winners of the 2008-09 BIG EAST Scholar-Athlete Sport Excellence Awards, which recognize academic and... MORE
University of Connecticut field hockey standout Jennifer Kleinhans, a three-time BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year, has been chosen as the 2008-09... MORE
University of South Florida men's soccer standout Zak Boggs has been chosen as the 2008-09 BIG EAST Male Scholar-Athlete of the Year. The selection... MORE