Cross-Country Longhorn Biking the US for MS

Right as her two-year commitment to the Peace Corps is set to conclude, Jess Smith, BA ’24, will leave her role as a youth development volunteer in Thailand and embark on a full journey across America—all in support of raising funds and awareness to help fight Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Riding in support of Bike the US for MS, Smith with take the 4250-mile trip from Maine to Washington starting in June 2027, stopping along the way to help with community service projects. A former Longhorns rower and Academic All-Big 12 First Team honoree, Smith's cause can be supported at ride.biketheusforms.org.