ARLINGTON, TX – UT Arlington SAAC representative Alexis Bull has been named the NCAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Representative for the Western Athletic Conference.
"Alex is a natural-born leader, and it's been inspiring to watch her growth and development over the past few semesters," said Tim Kennedy, Director of Student-Athlete Development at UT Arlington. "Being selected as an NCAA SAAC representative is a testament to her dedication, integrity, and passion for student-athlete advocacy. She will represent UTA and the WAC Conference with excellence, and her involvement at the national level will not only elevate our program but also contribute to the advancement of student-athlete support across the board."
At the national level, the SAAC serves to provide student-athletes with opportunities, give them a voice on student-athlete issues, and promote the student-athlete experience. One of the main functions of the National SAAC is to provide, recommend, and vote on legislation that makes up the NCAA Division I bylaws.
"Being selected as the WAC representative at the national SAAC level is a huge honor and something I'm incredibly passionate about," Alexis Bull said. "Right now, college athletics is going through major changes, and student-athletes are the ones experiencing it all firsthand. If we're at the center of it, then we should be kept in the loop and involved in the decisions being made. The truth is, there are so many athletes who are completely unaware of what's going on behind the scenes—and they deserve to know. I want to help bridge that gap. This role allows me to grow into the best version of myself while doing everything I can to keep student-athletes first, informed, and involved during this crucial time in our lives."
A redshirt sophomore, Alexis has totaled 47 kills, two assists, 17 digs and 18 blocks (four solo) over 15 matches, or 37 sets.
"I originally joined SAAC as a way to build my resume, but it quickly became something I'm truly passionate about," Bull said. "This role has made me feel fulfilled and happy in ways I didn't expect. I love the feeling of my peers coming to me for help and guidance—it's incredibly rewarding. I'm driven by the goals I set and the accomplishments I achieve, and though I never imagined myself in this leadership position, now I want to keep pushing beyond my comfort zone and continue growing both personally and professionally."
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