Alison DeWitt (Kolezynski) – Most Notable Alumni
Alison (Allie) DeWitt (Kolezynski), a notable alumni of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, is the Assistant Commissioner for Communications and Operations at the in Bridgeport, WV. The Mountain East Conference is one of 24 NCAA Division II athletic conferences, with member institutions spanning three states.
Alison graduated from Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ with a degree in Business Administration and later earned an MBA from Cleveland State University in 2013. During her time at Chowan, Alison, then Kolezynski, built an impressive softball career, solidifying her status as a notable alumni.
She was a four-year starter and captain of the Chowan Softball team, earning accolades such as:
• Three-time
• Three-time honoree
• Two-time selection
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• team member
Alison led the softball team to three consecutive CIAA Northern Division titles and the program’s first-ever in 2010. She also served a three-year term on the.
In recognition of her accomplishments, Alison was named the in 2012 and received the in 2013. She also served as Assistant Athletic Director/Director of Athletic Community at Chowan and earned the prestigious award in both 2014 and 2016.
Reflecting on her experience at Chowan, Alison stated:
“I am forever grateful to have been able to receive an education while competing as a student-athlete at a place that feels like ‘home away from home.’â€
Alison DeWitt (Kolezynski) exemplifies the excellence and values of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ and continues to make a significant impact as a notable alumni, both in her career and through her leadership in collegiate athletics.