MOUNT PLESANT, Mich. – Central Michigan redshirt junior Emily Paupore has been named the grand prize winner of the GO TEACH Dr Pepper Giveaway. The College Football Playoff Foundation (CFP Foundation) and Dr Pepper have awarded over 260 student-athletes aspiring to pursue a career in teaching and education with the Go Teach Giveaway. Each MAC institution selected one individual to earn $2,500 with the grand prize winner earning another $10,000.
Paupore is a member of the CMU cross country and track & field program. She holds a 3.94 grade-point average and is working toward a degree in Elementary Education/Teaching for grades PK-6.
"Emily Paupore is a captain on our team," said Central Michigan Women's Track & Field Head Coach Jenny Swieton. "She hasa great personality and is welcoming to everyone. Throughout Emily's time at CMU she hasbeen involved in lots of things outside the team. She tutors weekly and also works with ayouth group. She also works at a summer camp every year. Emily is one of the most sincereand caring student-athletes I have ever worked with. She cares for her teammates andeveryone around her. She is also one of the most accepting people I have ever met."
In 2023, over $350K in funds was awarded to the third cohort of student-athletes from ten conferences and HBCUs that are pursuing careers in teaching and coaching.
CFP Foundation and Dr Pepper are dedicated to growing the Go Teach initiative to place qualified teachers in classrooms across the nation. Over the next five years the CFPF and Dr Pepper are awarding a collective $1.5 million in awards to provide support and recognition for student-athletes majoring in education.
Mid-American Conference Grand Prize Winner of $10,000:
Emily Paupore, Central Michigan, Women's Cross Country/Track & Field
Recipients of $2,500 in awards:
Madeleine Heimich, Akron, Women's Track & Field
Marie Plitt, Ball State, Volleyball,
Kayla Davis, Bowling Green, Women's Golf
Wyatt Monlinich, Buffalo, Football
Tierney Fraidenburg, Eastern Michigan, Women's Swimming & Dicing
Scott Benco, Kent State, Men's Track & Field
Isabelle Perese, Miami, Field Hockey
Courtney James, Northern Illinois, Softball
Morgan Croaning, Ohio, Women's Swiming & Diving
Sloane Teske, Toledo, Women's Tennis
Gabi Saxman, Western Michigan, Women's Basketball
The CFP Foundation is the largest sports entity supporting K-12 educators in America. For more information about the CFP Foundation, visit cfp-foundation.org.
About the College Football Playoff Foundation and Extra Yard for Teachers
The College Football Playoff (CFP) Foundation is the 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving as the community engagement arm of the College Football Playoff, supporting education across the country. The CFP Foundation’s primary cause platform, Extra Yard for Teachers, is dedicated to elevating the teaching profession by inspiring and empowering teachers in four focus areas: resources, recognition, recruitment and professional development. The CFP Foundation utilizes multiple partnerships to execute its initiatives and support positive educational outcomes. To learn more, visit cfp-foundation.org and follow Extra Yard for Teachers (@CFPExtraYard) on social media.
About Dr Pepper
Dr Pepper, a brand of Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), is the oldest major soft drink in the United States. Since 1885, the 23 flavors of Dr Pepper have earned legions of fans that enjoy its unique, refreshing taste. The brand is available in Regular, Diet, Zero Sugar, Caffeine Free, Cream Soda and Cherry varieties. For more information, visit DrPepper.com or keurigdrpepper.com. For the brand's latest news and updates, follow Dr Pepper at Facebook.com/DrPepper or Twitter.com/DrPepper.
