Jaclyn Leighton: The Best Decision Of My Life

Riverdale, NY - Senior Jaclyn Leighton (Wilkes-Barre, PA / Holy Redeemer) arrived on Manhattan's campus in August of 2016 looking to fulfill her "grit and hunger" for competition, and was afforded that opportunity by the women's rowing team.

Trying out and making the team not only changed her life, but it also made her realize how special it is to be a Jasper along the way. Here is Leighton's story, in her own words.