BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Former Indiana linebacker Michael McGinnis (2017-18) is a Big Ten postgraduate recipient, the conference announced on Thursday. Two students competing in intercollegiate athletics from each of the 14 Big Ten institutions who plan to continue their education at a graduate degree program were each awarded a $7,500 scholarship, based on primarily academic achievements.
McGinnis graduated with an exercise science degree in May 2019. The Allentown, N.J., native played in 23 games and earned 2018 Academic All-Big Ten honors.
This year's recipients span 19 different sports and will continue their education in a variety of different disciplines, including: biochemistry, biological sciences, business, English, engineering physics, exercise science, healthcare management policy, kinesiology, mechanical engineering, movement and sports sciences, nutrition and health sciences, physical therapy, pre-medicine, pre-pharmacy, psychology, public health, speech language and hearing sciences, special education and women's studies
Three of the recipients have earned the Big Ten Medal of Honor from their respective schools this spring: Sarah Johanek (Rutgers), Annie Pankowski (Wisconsin) and Anton Stephenson (Nebraska), Five of the recipients have been named Big Ten Sportsmanship honorees in their respective sports during this academic year: Illinois' Joseph Haight (indoor track & field), Maryland's Louis Dubick (men's lacrosse), Northwestern's William Hofstadter (men's swimming & diving), Ohio State's Joey Bonanno (men's gymnastics) and Purdue's Ben Thornton (wrestling).