Nikki Arneson received All-WIAC honorable mention recognition last season after ranking eighth in the league in scoring (12.1) and 15th in rebounding (5.1).

Nikki Arneson, WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlight

Each week during the 2020-21 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: Nikki Arneson
Institution: UW-Oshkosh
Hometown (High School): Mount Horeb, Wis. (Mount Horeb High School)
Year in School: Senior
Sport(s): Women's Basketball
Major(s): Nursing
Minor(s): None

Why did you choose to attend UW-Oshkosh?

I chose to attend UW-Oshkosh because of the amazing team atmosphere and coaching staff. I knew I was going to get the opportunity to compete for championships on the court and receive an education from one of the best nursing schools in the state. Ultimately my decision to attend UW-Oshkosh was a no-brainer.

What other clubs/organizations on campus are you involved in?

None

What do you like most about competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and being a NCAA Division III student-athlete?

The WIAC is a very competitive conference that guarantees good competition every game. Being a Division III athlete is very rewarding because each one of us is out there practicing and playing, solely on the love for the game.

What is your favorite…

Menu item from Culver's? Cheese curds + ranch and BBQ
Flavor of the Day from Culver's? Chocolate custard with Reese's
Non-Athletic Spot on Campus? The walking trail by the river
Movie? The Last Song
TV Show? Grey's Anatomy
Social Media Platform? Twitter
Food? Green Goddess Salad from Panera
Musical Group/Artist? Luke Combs
Professional Sports Athlete? Giannis Antetokounmpo
Hobby? Hiking
Quote/motto? "It's nice to be important, but it's important to be nice."

What is one word that describes yourself?

Caring.

What is your greatest sports moment?

When our team defeated Bethany Lutheran College this past season to clinch back-to-back NCAA Sweet 16 appearances.

Do you have any words of advice for younger/upcoming student-athletes?

Always work hard – no matter if it's on the court or in the classroom – as it will pay off in the end. Also, have fun with it as these are some of the best years of your life!

What is your favorite thing to do off the court/field with your teammates?

Going to Taco Tuesday at Los Jaripeos!

If you could trade places for a day with a person, who would it be and why?

Sabrina Ionescu, so I could see what a day in the life of a professional basketball player would be.

What is your dream job?

Pediatric nurse.

Three things on your "bucket list"?

Go to Hawaii
Learn how to surf
Play in the NCAA national championship game

Do you have any pre-game/pre-event superstitions or rituals? If so, what are they?

Eat a sandwich from Jimmy John's and drink a pineapple mango smoothie.

What is your biggest "pet-peeve"?

Bad drivers.