The pinnacle of amateur athletics, the winter and summer Olympics bring together athletes from around the world every four years to represent their countries in dozens of different athletic events. Since Leroy Samse and Thad Shideler competed in track and field events at the 1904 games in St. Louis, many IU athletes have made a strong showing at the games. Participating in the Olympics is a triumph and these Olympians brought immense honor to Indiana University with their feats in sport.