Team USA is competing in the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan Cortina, and Ashley Farquharson has just become the second woman in US history to earn a medal in luge by bringing home Bronze! But for many Olympians, the Games represent only a short part of an athlete's life. Years of dedication and training culminate in just a few weeks of competition, raising a critical question: What happens next? Ashley knows that she needs to prepare for a life after sports, and thanks to Team USA's partnership with Guild and Purdue Global, she can! Team USA athletes can now earn their degree while competing at the highest level in sports thanks to flexible schedules and tuition-free degrees and certificates. Athletes like Ashley are advancing their education through Purdue Global, balancing elite training with long term career preparation.

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