Academic Major:

Athletic Participation:

Exercise Science

Club Sports - Field Hockey

“Field hockey was very important to me in high school. When I looked around for colleges, I only applied to those with Division III field hockey.”

Playing and Organizing:

“When my dream to play varsity field hockey didn’t work out. I discovered the club team. I loved the game so much I just wanted the chance to play. The first year I played and served as team secretary. The next, I became vice president. Then, unexpectedly, I was called on to become president.”

On personal Growth:

“I got thrown into running the team, and it forced me to focus and get organized. I learned I’m one of those people who the more she has to do, the more she gets done. Those habits transferred directly to my academic work, and helped me a great deal.”

Embracing the Challenge:

“Looking back, I really wanted to play varsity field hockey, but my role on the club team actually may have been more challenging, because I had responsibilities both on and off the field.”

Personal Comment:

“I came to Ithaca for the academics, but without athletics there would have been a void. I learned a lot in the classroom, but I will never forget the friends I made on the field. They were just as important.”