As another school year comes to an end, we had to say goodbye to another great group of students. Some of them had been with us so long, they felt more like family than students. While this is always a sad time of year for us, we are excited to see the places they will go.
Name: Anne Madison Shockley
Hometown: Richmond, VA
Major: Accounting
How long have you been a member at Rocktown/what year of college did you join?
Fall of my Junior year - Fall 2019
Plans after Graduation?
Getting my MSA in Accounting at JMU
How do you think being a member at Rocktown helped you while in school?
Rocktown gave me an outlet outside of JMU and kept me grounded through the last couple years of undergrad. I think it can be really easy to get caught up in schoolwork and the college social scene, and I think Rocktown gave me an outlet to get away from that, mentally and physically.
What you'll miss most about the Rock?
The people! The community at Rocktown is really special, and it's obvious how much everyone cares about and supports each other.
Name: Lauren Trzcinski
Hometown: Chesapeake, VA
Major: Biology
How long have you been a member at Rocktown/what year of college did you join?
I joined freshman year - Fall 2017
Plans after Graduation?
I just accepted an offer at Massachusetts Eye and Ear as a Clinical Research Coordinator as I work on submitting my medical school applications!
How do you think being a member at Rocktown helped you while in school?
Being a member at Rocktown has been such a great experience while at JMU. The community is so supportive, loving, and kind- it really felt like home. The Rock taught me how to push myself mentally and physically in a way that I have never done before.
What you'll miss most about the Rock?
100% all of you people. I love you all so much and am so thankful for the time, love, and hard work we have shared together.
Name: Tanner Sale
Hometown: Severna Park, MD
Major: International Affairs with Minors in Chinese and Military Leadership
How long have you been a member at Rocktown/what year of college did you join?
I joined in September of my senior year and went until I graduated.
Plans after graduation?
I will be at Ft. Benning, Georgia doing Infantry Basic Officer Training
How do you think being a member at Rocktown helped you while in school?
I think it helped me a lot, giving me an awesome break from papers and studying. It also helped me stay discipline and on a healthy schedule.
What you'll miss most about the Rock?
I will miss the environment of the Rock the most. Everyone in there seems to enjoy pushing themselves and rising to the challenges of the workout. Everyone suffers in their own way but everyone is getting better.
Name: Will Gulick
Hometown: Middletown, NJ
Major: Political Science
How long have you been a member at Rocktown/what year of college did you join?
I’ve been a member since the beginning of my sophomore year of college in 2018. So I think that puts me at 2.5 years-ish.
Plans after graduation?
Enlisting in the Air Force.
How do you think being a member at Rocktown helped you while in school?
The Rock has provided me with a true home away from home. Growing up CrossFit has been a part of my life since I was 12 years old, and inside a CrossFit gym is where I feel most comfortable. Being able to have an escape that separates myself from the craziness of JMU, and almost transports me back home, has done wonders for my overall wellness. It is truly amazing how a pretty cruddy day could be completely turned around after working out at the Rock. I can’t help but smile and be thankful.
What you'll miss most about the Rock?
The community! From day one I remember being super impressed with how tight the Rock community is. It has truly been a pleasure to have been able to be a part of it.
Name: Hope Simmons
Hometown: Dayton, VA
Major: Elementary Education
How long have you been a member at Rocktown/what year of college did you join?
I’ve been a member at Rocktown since about my sophomore year in high school but I have been the most consistent in the past 2 years.
Plans after graduation?
I will be an Elementary school teacher starting at the beginning of the school year in August.
How do you think being a member at Rocktown helped you while in school?
Being a member at the gym during college has given me something to look forward to at the end of a long day of classes.
What you'll miss most about the Rock?
I have appreciated all the support from everyone in the gym and I’m so happy that I’ll be staying in the area.
Name: Tim McPoyle (L)
Name: David Silvia (R)
Name: Abby LaFrance