Peter Jewell, WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlight
Each week during the 2015-16 academic year, the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference will feature two student-athletes (one male and one female) from one of its eight institutions for a "Student-Athlete Spotlight" Q & A segment. The segments will be posted every Thursday on the WIAC website.
Name: Peter Jewell
Institution: UW-Oshkosh
Hometown (High School): Muskego, Wis. (Muskego High School)
Year in school: Senior
Sport: Baseball
Major: Finance
Why did you choose to attend UW-Oshkosh?
I chose to attend UW-Oshkosh because I knew it was my place to learn, to lead, and to succeed. It was an easy decision for me because the university has one of the strongest business schools in the state. My opportunity to play the game I love while obtaining a good education made it a no-brainer.
What is the greatest lesson you have learned from being a student-athlete?
Being a student-athlete has taught me so much about accountability. Game day is the expression of the individual's hard work and sacrifice. Assuming both sides have worked hard and endured similar sacrifices, success is often determined by the most accountable team.
What is your favorite …
Flavor of the Day from Culver's? Cookies & Cream
Menu item from Culver's? Double ButterBurger with cheese
Spot on campus? The Corner Convenience Store in Reeve Memorial Union
Class? Risk Management & Insurance
Movie? Step Brothers
Food? Pepperoni pizza
Holiday? Halloween
TV Shows? The Office, Parks & Recreation, and Friends
Quote/motto? "The first one to the buffet line, and the last one to leave." – Craig Henderson
What is your fantasy job/career?
Besides being a professional baseball player, my fantasy job would be to become a head baseball coach for a university. I would love to make an impact on the lives of young athletes.
What is your greatest sports moment?
Pitching in the Northwoods League. The adrenaline that came with pitching in front of thousands of people was incredible.
What is your favorite thing to do off the court/field with your teammates?
We play basketball at the recreation center after our afternoon lifts. Things get pretty intense. We all love the competition.
One word that describes the team?
Machine
One word that describes you?
Shrewd
If you could meet three people from throughout history, they would be?
My grandfather, who passed before I was born; Derek Jeter; and Jennifer Aniston
Your most prized possession is?
My moccasins.
A non-athletic talent you have is?
Video games
Your worst habit is?
Eating lots of candy (I used to be nicknamed "Skittles").
Other 2015-16 UW-Oshkosh WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlights
Jordan Carpenter • Men's Cross Country
Kyle Bolger • Men's Basketball
Katie Challoner • Women's Swimming & Diving
Naji Allan • Men's Track & Field