Kara Welsh, National Champion Gymnast, Tragically Dies at 21
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater community is mourning the loss of senior gymnast Kara Welsh, a national champion and two-time All-American, who tragically passed away on August 30, 2024.A Senseless Shooting Claims a Life
Welsh, 21, of Plainfield, Ill., was fatally shot in an off-campus apartment in Wisconsin. Authorities have arrested a 23-year-old man in connection with the shooting.A Bright Talent Lost
Kara Welsh was a star member of the Warhawks gymnastics team, known for her exceptional skills and dedication to the sport. Her tragic death has left the gymnastics community and her university in shock.Flags on the UW-Whitewater campus will fly at half-staff on Tuesday, September 3 in Welsh's memory. The university community will deeply miss her presence and spirit.
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