I’ve always had big goals in mind, and Northwood has helped me accomplish so many of them. I was not even two years old when I started skiing at Windham Mountain in southern New York. I knew right away I wanted to be a ski racer.
Skiing is and will always be the thing that makes me feel the most myself; I just feel so alive when I ski. Skiing has brought me opportunities that I will forever be grateful for, like traveling to such cool places and meeting friends who have always been there for me and quickly became my second family. I will always remember our long rides traveling to races and then stopping at Stewarts, where I would always get some cheese and some pickles.
When I came to Northwood as a freshman, I didn’t know at all what life had in store for me. I just knew Northwood was the right place. Now, as a senior, I know that college will be challenging, but I am fully ready to live it. Next year, I would like to attend a good university where I will be able to enjoy myself, pursue my education, and prepare for my future life.
One of the people who had an impact on my life during my time here at Northwood is Masie Crane’23. Masie graduated from Northwood last year as a four-year survivor, something I am looking forward to. Masie has always brought positivity to my life and always looked out for me just like a big sister does for her little sister. Even though she’s not here anymore, she is always there to support me.
As told to Lea Lambert ’24. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
