by Aariel Charbonnet, College of Engineering Public Relations Graduate Assistant
Between classes, homework and studying, Madie Jones, a sophomore in industrial engineering, has LSU volleyball practice five days a week, two hours a day. Given her demanding schedule as a student-athlete and the rigorous curriculum in LSU’s College of Engineering (CoE), making the fall SEC academic honor roll was extra special.
“It’s really nice to be recognized because I put a lot of work into school, and it’s hard to balance with volleyball,” said Jones.
Balancing an engineering course load with college athletics requires tremendous dedication. With 6 a.m. practices and 13 credit hours under her belt this semester, every moment counts. Jones schedules nearly every hour of her day in a daily planner, from sleeping to eating to studying. While traveling for away games, she watches videos of class lectures that she missed and completes homework assignments. Jones also devotes her entire Sunday to schoolwork.
Jones is one of many engineering students who balance academics and athletics. Engineering students participate in many facets of LSU athletics, from the football and volleyball teams to the LSU Cheerleaders, Tiger Girls and many more.
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