Hometown:
Valentine, Nebraska

Major:
Biology with a Pre-Health emphasis and a minor in Communication

Class:
Sophomore

Activities:
Science Club, Student Senate

In 10 years, I will be…
In 10 years, I will be 29 years old and will have hopefully started a family. I hope to be living in Omaha with a career in the medical field, possibly as a pediatrician.

What's the coolest thing you've done since you began attending Dana?
The best thing that I've done has been being a part of Student Senate. When I first got chosen as a representative, I didn't know what it was really about. Now I am so glad that I was chosen, because we have accomplished so much this year! It is a really good feeling knowing that what I do makes a positive difference on the Dana campus.

Why did you choose Dana?
I wanted to go to a smaller college where I wasn't just a number. I also wanted to be albe to get more one-on-one attention. I was also impressed with the Dana campus.

What will you remember most about your time at Dana?
I will never forget all the great people that I've met. It is just my first year here, and I already feel like I've known everyone for a long time! I will never forget how well respected I was here.

What's the best thing about living on campus?
Living on campus makes getting to know people so easy. I also like how I can just leave my door open while I'm in my room, and it's just a hop, skip and jump for anyone to come over, no driving needed.

What do you and your friends enjoy doing?
My friends and I spend a lot of time together! We go into Omaha a lot to see moives, go out to eat, shop, etc. We also like to watch DVDs, play cards or board games, or even just sit around and talk and laugh.

What college class has been the most fun for you and why?
Since I am just a freshman, I have only completed one full semester here at Dana. Thus far, my favorite class has been Interpersonal Communication with Joan Bucy. I took this class to help fulfill my minor in Communication. The class taught me a lot about how to build better relationships with others. It also just taught me more about myself and how I can be a better person.

What kinds of real world experiences have you gotten through Dana?
Over Christmas break, I worked at the hospital in my hometown.