Paralympian April Holmes to share story in talk at Rowan University

October 27, 2009

U.S. Paralympian April L. Holmes, a gold medalist and world record holder in track and field, will share her story of success with the Rowan University community on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 2 p.m. in Room 221 of the Chamberlain Student Center.

Holmes holds the world records (women's T44 classification) in the 100-meter, 200-meter and 400-meter dashes and has won 16 gold medals in competitions. Most recently, she won the gold medal in the 100-meter dash in the 2008 Paralympic Games in Beijing, China.

After losing her left leg in a train accident, Holmes became a Paralympic athlete in 2002.

She established the April Holmes Foundation, a non-profit organization based in South Jersey, which assists people with physical and developmental disabilities. 

The University's Academic Success Center and Disability Resources are sponsoring her appearance.

For information, contact John Woodruff, woodruff@rowan.edu.