Nevills, Jones Open Bryan Clay Invitational with Strong Marks
Briar Nevills and Ryan Jones represented the UIS men's track and field team on Wednesday during day one of the Bryan Clay Invitational in Azusa, Cal.
Nevills competed in the morning heat of the 10,000 meters and placed 6th in his section of 22 runners. He clocked a personal best time of 30:35.76, continuing a strong outdoor season.
Later in the evening, Ryan Jones raced in the 3,000-meter steeplechase, finishing 14th in his heat with a season-best time of 9:37.98.
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Prairie Stars Send Distance Runners to Bryan Clay Invitational
A select group of UIS women's distance runners will compete this week at the Bryan Clay Invitational, one of the nation's premier collegiate meets, hosted by Azusa Pacific.
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The Prairie Stars will send three athletes to compete in the 10,000 and 5,000-meter events, aiming to make the most of the meet's fast fields.
UIS Men’s Track Trio Set for Bryan Clay Invitational Distance Events
Three distance runners from the UIS men's track & field team will compete this week at the Bryan Clay Invitational, one of the most competitive collegiate meets in the nation.
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The Prairie Stars will be represented in three distance events over the course of two days at the Bryan Clay Invitational.
Briar Nevills is set to open the meet for UIS in the 10,000 meters on Wednesday morning, aiming to lower his season best in a deep and competitive field.
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Getting to know you: Priyanka Deo
Priyanka Deo is an instructor in the School of Communications and Media and director for Student Media.
Can you give a brief timeline of how your career led you to UIS?
My journey to the University of Ãå±±½ûµØ Springfield began as an undergraduate, studying political science and sociology/anthropology. I also was a CAP Honors student, received a varsity tennis scholarship and served as captain of the women’s varsity tennis team during my senior year.
