Macalester College Athletics

As a Scot

Dean’s List recipient … Member of Habitat for Humanity and MacSEE… Participates in the Musical Theater Group … Studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark during spring 2016

2015: Earned Academic All-MIAC honors for 2015 cross country season … Raced for the Scots at the Regionals

2014: Competed for the women’s cross country team at the 2014 Central Region Championships

Before Mac

Four-year varsity Cross Country member for Forest Grove High School … First Team All-League selection … Two-time State meet qualifier … Received AP Scholar distinction … Valedictorian of graduating class

What has your experience at Macalester meant to you so far?

Being at Macalester has required me to push myself every day to be a better person, academically, athletically, and in other areas. I have found and created communities for myself that allow me to be myself while encouraging me to grow.

How has your experience as a student-athlete at Macalester helped shape you as an individual?

Running for Macalester has given me a sense of stability that I have really come to value. I know that no matter what, at 4:45 each day (except for Mondays!) I get to be with a group of amazing women who supports me no matter what. My practice and competition schedule help me stay focused - I have less time to procrastinate - and have taught me how to balance responsibilities. Additionally, being a part of these teams has exposed me to individuals that I might not have met otherwise. Being in such a diverse group has opened my eyes to new interests and issues; I am constantly learning from my coaches and teammates.

How has your experience as a student-athlete at Macalester prepared you for life after graduation?

Being a student-athlete has taught me how to balance multiple commitments, and the importance of creating time to do the things you love.