By joining the ACC alongside some of the country’s most prestigious universities and colleges, SMU is furthering our momentum as an academic and athletic powerhouse. The move brings the highest caliber of college athletics to Dallas and helps SMU attract to North Texas bright minds, talented student-athletes and innovative partnerships.
Dedicated supporters made our entry into ACC possible. Since 2013, SMU has invested over $400 million in championship facilities, dynamic programming and student-athlete support. Donor contributions have enabled the University to excel in competition and garner national attention, leading to this exciting new chapter. Our donors are shaping champions from the court to the classroom, inspiring today’s students to become the leaders and world changers of tomorrow.
Former SMU linebacker Shaine Hailey ’21, ’22 chose to attend and play for SMU because of “the strong relationship that I had built with my linebackers coach, the reputation that SMU held in the state of Texas, and the opportunity to remain in my hometown of Dallas.”
As he approached graduation and a future beyond football, Hailey’s participation in the Life After Ball program helped him discover a new side to himself and find a promising career in the real estate industry working with former SMU safety Mikial Onu ’19. Hailey’s successes on the field, in the classroom and during his internships helped him build a strong foundation for his future.
Competitive swimming helped Annabelle Corcoran ’22 ’24, become the person she is today. “Swimming is a lot about putting faith in yourself, training hard and working on yourself.”
The Long Island native joined the SMU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and became its president her senior year. On service projects in Dallas and in Costa Rica with fellow student-athletes, Corcoran discovered a deep passion for outreach and inspiring others to get involved. “That experience truly sparked my desire to help people in communities around Dallas and around the world. I hardly know where I’d be without it.”
With our entry into the ACC, SMU takes its place among the highest levels of collegiate athletics.
David B. Miller ’72, ’73, SMU Board of Trustees Chair
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