Michigan’s Kathryn Ackerman Heads to Purdue for Fifth Year

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University of Michigan senior Kathryn Ackerman will use her fifth year of eligibility to compete for Purdue University.

Ackerman announced her decision on social media.

“The last four years on this TEAM have been nothing short of incredible. Practicing, racing and competing for the Block M with my best friends is something I will cherish for the rest of my life. Thank you to my teammates, coaches and family for this experience. I couldn’t have asked for a better four years as a Michigan Wolverine,” Kathryn Ackerman posted. “With that said, I am thrilled to announce that I will be using my fifth year of eligibility at Purdue University. Time for @graceeackerman and I to both become Boilermakers and take on this next year together.”

Ackerman’s sister, Grace Ackerman, will be a freshman on the Purdue team next year after signing with the Boilermakers.

At Michigan, Ackerman finished seventh at the NCAA Championships in the 400 IM as a freshman. She was part of a Big Ten champion 800 free relay in 2021 and was an honorable mention All-American in the 400 IM 2023.

Kathryn Ackerman is from Grand Haven, Michigan, and trained at Michigan Lakeshore Aquatics in Holland. She was a five-time state champion in high school and an Olympic Trials qualifier in three events.

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