L to R: Danielle Prince, Dane Bird-Smith, Maddison Keeney and Bianca Hammett
Six University of Queensland students and four graduates are preparing to step onto the world stage at next month's Rio Olympics (5-21 August). The 10 athletes will represent Australia in athletics, diving, rhythmic gymnastics, synchronised swimming, sailing and rugby sevens. UQ Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Peter Høj said he was delighted to see past and present students competing at the Rio Olympics. "The athletes' dedication to training, team spirit and hard work are an inspiration to others, and particularly to students who are combining study with elite-level sport," Professor Høj said. "UQ welcomes elite athletes, and we have scholarships and partnerships to support our students in achieving their very best both within their chosen sports and at their studies. "I'll be following our students and alumni with great interest as they compete in Rio de Janeiro." UQ students and graduates competing at the Rio Olympics: Danielle Prince - Rhythmic gymnastics Danielle, who is studying a Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education, and is a Clem Jones Sporting Scholarship holder, will make her Olympic debut in Rio. Sporting highlights include winning a gold medal in the Team All-Around event at the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games.
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