Jonathan's Daily Life and Aspirations

John, a senior in sports management at Columbia International University, shares his daily routine, which includes waking up early for basketball practice, attending classes, and participating in extracurricular activities like playing drums for the worship team. He values the supportive campus community and enjoys giving campus tours. John balances his faith with sports, inspired by Coach Gordon. He aspires to become a coach or athletic director at his former high school to give back to the community that supported him.

Where did Jonathan grow up?

• Greensboro, North Carolina

• Charlotte, North Carolina

• Raleigh, North Carolina

• Stonewall, North Carolina

What time does Jonathan's alarm typically go off?

• 6:00 a.m.

• 5:30 a.m.

• 5:00 a.m.

• 4:30 a.m.

What is Jonathan's role on the basketball team?

• Manager

• Captain

• Assistant Coach

• Coach

Which class does Jonathan enjoy the most?

• History of Sport

• Sociology and Psychology of Sport

• Sport Marketing

• Economics of Sport

How does Jonathan apply his classroom learning to his life?

• By enhancing his focus as an athlete

• By improving his physical strength

• By learning new basketball techniques

• By developing leadership skills

What instrument does Jonathan play in the campus chapel?

• Guitar

• Piano

• Drums

• Violin

What scholarship did Jonathan win this year?

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

• Student Ambassador Scholarship

• Athletic Scholarship

• Leadership Scholarship

What activity do Jonathan and his teammates enjoy before games?

• Cooking together

• Playing video games

• Watching movies

• Having rap battles

What tension do many athletes feel during their freshman year?

• Balancing academics and sports

• Choosing a major

• Balancing faith and sport

• Finding time for social activities

What is Jonathan's ultimate career goal?

• To become a professional basketball player

• To be a coach or athletic director at his former high school

• To work in sports marketing

• To become a sports journalist