The Big Ten Conference announced the list of students competing in intercollegiate athletics that have earned the Big Ten Distinguished Scholar Award.

Highlights from the 2015 Big Ten women's outdoor track and field season, including postseason action, championships and honorees.

The 2014-15 Capital One Academic All-America Division I Men’s and Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country Teams were announced, with a combined 13 Big Ten students earning recognition.

Through Tuesday, the Big Ten will highlight the nominees for the conference's Athlete of the Year awards. Illinois' nominees are Tyler Jay and Stephanie Richartz.

Through Tuesday, the Big Ten will highlight the nominees for the conference's Athlete of the Year awards. Award winners are voted on by a pre-selected media panel and will be announced on Wednesday, June 24.

Follow the action of the NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Track and Field Championships at the University of Oregon.