Emily Gilot, WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlight
Each week during the 2019-20 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, presented by Culver's, will be also posted every Thursday on the WIAC website.
Name: Emily Gilot
Institution: UW-Oshkosh
Hometown (High School): St. Peters, Mo. (Living Word Christian High School)
Year in school: Sophomore
Sport(s): Women's Gymnastics
Major(s): Kinesiology
Why did you choose to attend UW-Oshkosh?
I chose UW-Oshkosh because of the academics and the opportunity to continue my gymnastics career with such an amazing program.
What other clubs/organizations on campus are you involved in?
Along with being on the gymnastics team here at UW-Oshkosh, I am involved with the school's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.
What do you like most about competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and being a NCAA Division III student-athlete?
The WIAC consists of some of the best Division III gymnasts in the nation, which pushes my team and makes me continue to grow. Not only do I get to focus on gymnastics, but I get to prioritize my academics.
What is your favorite…
Flavor of the Day from Culver's? Caramel Fudge Cookie Dough
Menu item from Culver's? Chicken tenders
Spot on Campus? Sage
Movie? How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days
TV Show? New Girl
Food? Pasta
Musical Group/Artist? Chris Brown
Professional Sports Athlete? Simone Biles
Hobby? Hanging out with my friends, listening to music, & watching television
Phone App? Instagram
Vacation Spot? Turks and Caicos
Quote/motto? "Work hard in silence. Let success be your noise."
What is your greatest sports moment?
My greatest sports moment at UW-Oshkosh was qualifying for nationals last season when UW-Oshkosh hosted the event.
What is your favorite thing to do off the court/field with your teammates?
Because we spend so much time in the gym together, I would consider these girls to be some of my best friends. Honestly, just being altogether is always a good time filled with a lot of dance parties and laughter.
If you could change one rule about your sport, what would it be?
Fair judging throughout each NCAA division.
The best thing about your hometown is?
The St. Louis Cardinals and the St. Louis Blues.
What is your dream job?
Physical therapist.
Three things on your "bucket list"?
1. Swim with stingrays
2. Travel to Italy
3. Skydive
Do you have any pre-game/pre-event rituals? If so, what are they?
My pregame ritual is just listening to music that will get me focused and in the right mindset to compete.
What is your biggest "pet-peeve"?
People chewing with their mouth open.
What is your greatest fear?
Spiders and worms.
2019-20 UW-Oshkosh WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlights
Cody Chadwick • Men's Cross Country
Sydney Challoner • Women's Swimming & Diving
Emily Gilot • Women's Gymnastics