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NESCAC Friday Feature: Jack Mullen, Colby Football

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Jack Mullen
Colby College
Football
Senior
Trumbull, Conn.
Major: Economics with Financial Markets Concentration

Why did you choose to attend Colby?
I chose to attend Colby because of the academic excellence and the friendly environment. 

Why did you choose to be a Division III student-athlete?
Colby is a great home with amazing people. Division III athletics are extremely competitive and rival higher athletic divisions while also receiving a great NESCAC education.

What is the best thing about being part of the NESCAC?
NESCAC athletics and academics provide challenges that correspond to real world skills. I feel the struggles that come with competitive sports and challenging academics will prepare me for challenges later in life.

You have a blank canvas, paint your perfect day. What does it look like?
My perfect day includes winning a football game and making my coaches proud. 

What extracurricular activities or service activities do you participate in? 
I am a student worker in the weight room to help people who are new to working out learn how to use the equipment.

Looking back on your college years, what are you most proud of?
My work in my economics classes and building the football program at Colby.

What’s your go-to warmup song?
Marigold by Nirvana

What has been your favorite class?
My favorite class was Money, Banking, and Monetary Policy because it deepened my understanding of econometric methods while also gaining an in-depth understanding of the bond market, how it moves, and what it means. 

Who is your favorite professor?
Professor Findlay because he comes to class everyday with energy and cares about the students' understanding of the material and the bigger concepts in the real world.

What is the greatest lesson you have learned from being a student-athlete?
I’ve learned how to perform under pressure and hold myself and my teammates to high standards. 

What is your favorite place on your campus?
The weight room because it makes me a better football player. 

Who has been the most influential person to you during your time in college?
Coach Dexter because of his commitment and dedication to the Colby Mules. He is a selfless member of the school and the surrounding community. 

What is something interesting about you that others might not know?
I saved someone’s life while surfing in Costa Rica. 

What is something you enjoy doing when not in class or competing in your sport?
I enjoy snowboarding and surfing.

Favorite thing about your school: 
The people

Favorite thing about fall: 
Football

Sunrise or sunset: 
Sunset

Dogs or cats: 
Dogs

Beach or mountains: 
Beach

Window or aisle seat:
Aisle

Favorite quote: 
“A ship is safest at harbor but that’s not what it was built for” - John A. Shedd

Favorite hoilday:
Halloween

Last show you binge-watched:
The Sopranos 

Last book you read:
Republic by Plato 

Favorite sports hero/figure:
Jalen Hurts 

Most famous person in your phone:
Coach Cosgrove

What makes you laugh the most: 
My friends

What phrase or saying does your coach say often: 
More Football!”