Melisa Wright, a member of the Medgar Evers College women's volleyball program, was a four-year letter winner and team captain for the Cougars. She appeared in 88 matches, amassing 528 digs, 244 kills, 60 blocks and 57 service aces. In 2017, she was the CUNYAC Women's Volleyball Sportsmanship Award winner.
In her senior campaign, Wright joined the track and field team, making an immediate impact, posting a fifth-place performance in the shot put at this year's indoor championships.