The University of Mary Washington Athletic Department has launched a new student-athlete spotlight, "Inside the Nest." Each month, we will be celebrating student-athletes from different communities within our department. The focus for May is the Class of 2020.  

Name: Lizzy Goernemann

Sport: Women's Lacrosse

Hometown: King of Prussia, PA

Major: Environmental Science and GIS Certificate

Favorite Class:

Sustainability in South Africa

Favorite Professor:

Dr. Whipkey

Favorite part about being a UMW student-athlete:

My favorite part about being a UMW student athlete is the family atmosphere and having one another to support each other. The positive energy is contagious and it's so great to be around every day.

Favorite thing to do in Fredericksburg:

Besides hanging out with my team, my favorite thing to do in Fredericksburg is to go downtown to either get something to eat or get coffee from Hyperion.

Fun fact about me:

I am left handed.

Favorite UMW memory:

My favorite UMW memory was this year's homecoming, it was so great to reconnect with our alumni and hangout all together again.

What has playing at UMW meant to you:

Playing at UMW has been a really impactful part of my college experience. Being a student athlete at an academically and athletically competitive school has shown me how relentless hard work pays off. There were days that were challenging and exhausting but I wouldn't trade it. I have learned so much by being an athlete at UMW and it has shaped me into the person I am today.

Post-graduate plans:

I plan on getting an environmental science position in the Philly or D.C. area.

I would like to thank:

I would like to thank my amazing teammates for being my biggest supporters. During the countless hours we put into our sport I wouldn't want to spend it with anyone else. I also want to thank our Coaches for doing so much for our team. They make sure that we not only find success on the field but taught us to be the best version of ourselves off the field.