Katie Hnida graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of New Mexico with a degree in
Psychology. She is a pioneer in the world of sports, being the first woman to play, and score points, in a NCAA Division One football game. Her cleats and jersey are in the College Football Hall of Fame.

In 2004, Katie spoke out publicly about the sexual harassment and rape she endured while on the football team at University of Colorado. She has become prominent speaker and advocate on violence against women and travels the country to share her powerful story at colleges and organizations. She works closely with several anti-sexual violence groups and is involved with the NO MORE campaign. Katie is also passionate about women in sports, gender equality and making sure every girl has the opportunity to follow her dreams.

She has appeared as a guest on numerous television shows including Larry King Live, The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, ESPN, and The Katie Couric Show. She has been featured in various magazines and newspapers including: TIME, Sports Illustrated, Glamour, People, Marie Claire, The Boston Globe, The New York Times, USA Today, and The Washington Post. Katie’s book, Still Kicking, was published in 2006 by Scribner.

In 2010, Katie became to the first woman to play professional arena football for the Fort Wayne Firehawks. When she isn’t kicking or speaking, you’ll find Katie in the ocean, jumping out of airplanes and writing.