Family, faith community bring track and field athlete to Weber State
This fall, Weber State University welcomed nearly 3,700 first-time students. This story is part two of a five-part series exploring who they are, why they chose WSU and what they envision for their future.
Student-athlete Cody Gehrett came to Weber State from Redmond, Oregon, to run track and field. He said he’s grateful to be closer to extended family and more members of his faith, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
“Everyone needs support because life isn’t easy,” Gehrett said. “It’s a beautiful thing when a community is united in their beliefs, uplifting one another.”
An athletic scholarship gave the 21-year-old an opportunity to compete at the Division 1 level and earn his degree in mechanical engineering, something he’s long wanted to pursue.
“My dad has a woodshop, so growing up we’d design and build things together,” he said. “I loved that whole process, the puzzle of how things work and interact. I’m excited to take that skill into mechanical engineering, which is all about designing to fill a need.”
With 13 credit hours this semester, plus hours of athletic training each week, Gehrett has found camaraderie on the field and in the classroom: “The track team is my family here, and I’ve loved the professors and my peers. Engineering is not about solo work, you’re working together, which makes the program exciting.”
Gehrett looks forward to competing next spring in track and field, especially hurdles. He’s interested in the aerospace industry, aiming to work at Lockheed Martin or Epic Aircraft.
Bryan Magaña, public relations director
801-626-7948, bryanmagana@weber.edu- Contact:
Bryan Magaña, public relations director
801-626-7948, bryanmagana@weber.edu