Shelby Rogers, Nicole Melichar, Magda Linette graduate from Indiana University East

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Shelby Rogers, Nicole Melichar and Magda Linette earned their bachelor’s degree diplomas from Indiana University East through the educational partnership with the WTA. The women’s tennis professionals celebrated their graduation on Sunday in Cincinnati, while qualifying matching were happening at the Western & Southern Open.

Shelby Rogers of the United States before their Indiana University East graduation at the 2021 Western & Southern Open WTA 1000 tennis tournament

Two-time Grand Slam quarterfinalist Rogers shared her excitement on Twitter:

Proud to say I am finally a college graduate! Thank you to IU East and WTA for the opportunity to get my education while living out my dream! When I turned pro after high school I promised myself and my mom that I would get that diploma! Forever an Indiana University grad!

Nicole Melichar of the United States before their Indiana University East graduation at the 2021 Western & Southern Open WTA 1000 tennis tournament

Our photographer Jimmie48 attended the graduation ceremony, so we’re lucky to have these exclusive pics.

Shelby Rogers & Nicole Melichar of the United States before their Indiana University East graduation at the 2021 Western & Southern Open WTA 1000 tennis tournament

The Indiana University East partnership with the Women’s Tennis Benefits Association (WTBA) started in 2013. The education is done online. It accommodates the globetrotting lifestyle of athletes and allows them to complete their bachelor’s degrees while continuing to play on the WTA Tour. Venus Williams, Sloane Stephens and many other tennis players have graduated with bachelor’s degrees through this program.

Magda Linette of Poland celebrates graduating from Indian University East at the 2021 Western & Southern Open WTA 1000 tennis tournament

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