(Leavenworth, Kansas) – Daniela Jimenez-Paz, a Master of Science in Athletic Training student at the University of Saint Mary, has earned the NAIA-ATA (NAIA Athletic Trainers Association) Al Ortolani Athletic Training Scholarship. The scholarship, named in honor of the head athletic trainer at Pittsburgh State University (1955-1995), the Al Ortolani Scholarship Award, recognizes student-athletes pursuing an entry-level degree in athletic training.
 
During a successful volleyball career, Jimenez-Paz learned how important it is for athletes to have the best care and have someone with them in more challenging times.
 
Through her studies, on-campus jobs, and extracurriculars, Jimenez-Paz has developed many meaningful relationships with student-athletes and staff. Her positivity, professionalism, and willingness to take on new opportunities, along with an exceptional work ethic, have made her a distinguished student in athletic training. She leads with compassion and curiosity that will serve her well in a career in athletics.
 
After graduation, Jimenez-Paz aspires to work for a minor league or rookie team before hopefully taking her talents to the major leagues.

Learn more about the NAIA National Awards Day at https://www.naia.org/membership/awards/national-awards-day.

The University of Saint Mary is a Catholic co-educational applied liberal arts university founded and sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. The University of Saint Mary main campus is located at 4100 South 4th Street, Leavenworth, Kan. USM-Johnson County, at 11221 Roe Ave., offers evening accelerated graduate and undergraduate degree-completion programs. The university also offers online programs. Visit stmary.edu for more information.