Glitter, gold and growth: A vulnerable reflection with Jessie Diggins

Editor’s Note: The content of this article contains discussion of eating disorders and suicide. Around 3,000 people eagerly filled the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse on Oct. 29 to hear from Jessie Diggins, a renowned American Nordic skier. Student-athletes from elementary school to college, parents and community members were in attendance to hear from the athlete. The event was hosted by Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF) and the Office of the Dean of Students.Diggins competed in four Winter Olympics and over 350 World Cup races. In 2018, Diggins and Kikkan Randall made history winning the first American gold medal in Nordic skiing. She retired from professional racing this spring. At the event, Diggins spoke about powerful determination, racing for herself and she highlighted the importance of doing hard things while practicing self care.

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