Aidan Drost of Football has been selected as UW-Eau Claire Athletics' Blugold of the Week presented by BSN Sports/Nike.

Year: Senior
Hometown: Rice Lake, Wis.
Major(s)/Minor(s): Accounting and Finance 

Why did you choose Eau Claire?
"I chose Eau Claire because it's a beautiful city and has a good accounting program."

How do you balance being a student-athlete?
"I balance life as a student-athlete by using my time wisely."

What moment in your athletic career at UW-Eau Claire are you most proud of?
"I am most proud of going from the bottom of the depth chart at linebacker my freshman year to becoming a starter at defensive tackle."

What is your favorite pre/post competition snack?
"Chipotle"

Do you have any unique/hidden talents?
"Better than Will Johnson at UFC"

What is your dream job?
"Accounting department of a pro sports team"

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?
"Alaska"

If you could spend the day with one professional athlete/celebrity, who would it be?
"Christian Yelich"

What advice do you have for current/incoming Blugold student-athlete?
"Don't take any days for granted and live in the moment."

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