Personal Statement on my position on Court or as Homecoming Queen:

Whether a student or alum, the thought of Virginia Tech brings to mind a history of excellence in both academics and athletics. I think I am qualified for Homecoming Court because I exemplify both sides. Being a student athlete allows me to fulfill our school’s motto, “Ut prosim,” on several levels. I serve as a leader in and out of the pool and volunteer in our community through athletics and also as the general student. Homecoming is the opportunity to showcase our spirit, pride, and unity as a school, as well as recognize fine organizations throughout our campus. It welcomes alumni back but at the same time allows students to appreciate the history, tradition, and pride that back their university. If elected Homecoming Queen, I would use this title to promote leadership, ideals, and strive to get students more involved on our campus.

About Me

EDUCATION:

B.S., Biology, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA May 2008
GPA: 3.6

UNIVERSITY & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Swimming/Academic Accomplishments 2004-2007:

Freshman Year 2004-2005:

Virginia Tech Swim and Dive Clinics (2004-present)
Placed 3rd in 200 Breaststroke, 4th in 100 Breaststroke, 6th in 200 IM at ACC Championship, February 2005
200 Breaststroke, 100 Breaststroke, 200 IM NCAA Qualifier, March 2005
Placed 7th in 200 Breaststroke, 19th in 100 Breaststroke at NCAAs, March 2005
Race for the Cure, 2005
ACC Freshman of the Year 2004-2005
ACC 2004-2005 Academic Honor Roll
Virginia Tech Dean’s List (Spring 2005-present)
Virginia Tech Women’s Swimming and Diving MVP (2005-2007)
Virginia Tech Nextel Athlete of the Week (11/04, 03/05)
College Swimming Coaches Association of America (CSCAA)
Academic All-American Team (Spring 2005)
200 meter Breaststroke Olympic Trial Qualifier, June 2004
Placed 10th at Olympic Trials in 200 meter Breaststroke 2004

Sophomore Year 2005-2006:

College Swimming Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) Academic All-American Team (Fall 2006)
Placed 2nd in 100 Breaststroke, 3rd in 200 Breaststroke, 4th in 200 IM at ACC Championship February 2006
Placed 9th in 200 Breaststroke, 17th in 100 Breaststroke at NCAA, March 2006
ACC 2005-2006 Academic Honor Roll
2006 All-ACC Academic
Virginia Tech Women’s Swimming and Diving MVP (2005-2007)

Junior Year 2006-2007:

2007 ACC Champion 200 IM, 200 Breaststroke
2007 NCAA qualifier, 200 IM, 200 Breaststroke, 100 Breaststroke
NCAA All American, 4th place finish in 200 Breaststroke, March 2007
NCAA All American, 8th place finish in 100 Breaststroke, March 2007
ACC Record holder, 200 Breaststroke
2007 ACC Swimmer of the Year
ESPN The Magazine All-District and Academic All-American 2007
Virginia Women’s Swim Team Caption as a Junior, 2006-2007
Virginia Tech Women’s Swimming and Diving MVP (2005-2007)

Volunteer and Extracurricular Activities 2004-2008:

University Athletic Committee 2006-2007, Scholarship Student Athlete Representative
Title IX Swim and Dive Athlete Representative, February 2007
Relay for Life (2007)
Gilbert Linkous Autograph Nights (2006-2007)
Special Olympics Volunteer (2007)
911 Fire Fighter and Policeman Appreciation Bake Sale for Montgomery County (2007)
Golden Key Club member (2006-2007)
Finance Club (2007)
National Society of Collegiate Scholars (2006-2007)
Nominated for 2007-2008 Homecoming Court as Student Athlete Representative
Read Across America, Harding Elementary (2007)
Volunteer at Rex Hospital, Raleigh NC in Same Day Surgical Unit (May-August 2007)
Volunteered at Planned Parenthood Summer 2006
Volunteered Montgomery Christmas Store, December 2004-2007
Student Athlete Advisory Committee Social Chair 2007-2008

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