Where were you when the news dropped about all sports being canceled for the rest of the year? 

When the news was brought to me, I was actually on my way to the track near my home to workout with my father. I first seen it on Instagram when an athlete in the MEAC posted it, and maybe an hour later my coach texted me. 

What was your initial reaction to the news? 

I was devastated, this was my last outdoor season of my senior year. I was ready to keep the energy we had from indoor season and excel in outdoor season with my teammates. 

When you left for spring break it was right before the shutdown. Were there fears back then about the chance of not being able to return to campus? 

Not at all, I was ready to come back, ready to see my friends again, and ready to finish out the year strong. I didn't expect anything like this to happen. After spring break, was our time. 

As one of the seniors on the team did you address the entire team afterwards? 

Most definitely. Our team is like a family. We always address each other when things aren't running so smoothly. I definitely felt the need to thank them for accepting me into this program as a transfer and gave them motivation to keep pushing forward as this is not the end, but only the beginning. 

Any concerns about the possibility of not being able to finish your classes this semester? 

I am taking all online classes now, so therefore I will be able to finish and graduate, but when it all started it was definitely a concern of mine on how the university will move forward with it. 

How are you able to stay focused on your studies during such a stressful time? 

It is definitely stressful and difficult, but when you have a goal set you don't let anything get in your way. 

With the possibility of not having a traditional graduation, how will you celebrate getting your bachelor's degree? 

Oh I'm going to celebrate, I'll be around love, and most definitely thank God. 

What have you been doing to pass the time during the self-quarantine period? 

I've been reading a lot, trying to pick up new hobbies, working out, and playing a lot of 2K. 

Has any of your family or friends contracted the coronavirus?

No

The NCAA has given all spring athletes an extra semester of eligibility, is that something you will take advantage of?

If it helps my future and is a great choice for me and my family, I will.

Donte Rolley-Williams has achieved six first-place finishes and 11 other top-three finishes, in just two years at Delaware State. Rolley-Williams also was the first leg in the distance medley relay team that finished just outside the top three with a fourth-place finish at the MEAC Indoor Championships (Feb. 27, 2020).