Award Recognition
Columbia Spirit
Columbia College Campbell Award
Columbia College Scholar Athlete Award
Michael Zheng CC’26 is a psychology major and a standout member of the Columbia men’s Tennis Team (2022–26). A two-time NCAA Individual Tennis Champion (2024, 2025) and 2023 runner-up, he is a four-time ITA All-American (2022–26) and a two-time Ivy League Player of the Year (2023, 2025). In 2025, Zheng was recognized for both his excellence and character, earning the ITA National and Northeast Region Rafael Osuna Sportsmanship Awards, as well as College Sports Communicators Academic All-American honors.
“This award is really a reflection of the people around me. I’m so thankful to my family and friends for always supporting me, my coaches for guiding and challenging me, and my teammates who’ve become a second family. This journey wouldn’t be the same without you.”