I am from Saratoga Springs, New York. I grew up back and forth between Saratoga and Lake Placid because I have extended family here. Family has always been important to me. I love going home and spending time with my siblings and parents. My parents love the Adirondacks, so from a young age, I have been encouraged to spend time outdoors. I don’t really enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, but I always enjoyed skiing. Skiing was special to me. Being out on the mountain was always the best part of my day.
When I am not skiing, I love to bake, play Fortnite, and spend time with my friends. My favorite food is Chipotle; I rarely get to eat it, but when I do, it is always the best. I also love to travel. My goal is to travel the world and experience what different places have to offer. My favorite place to travel is Hawaii. I love the beautiful mountains, cute turtles, and the overall vibe of Hawaii.
I came to Northwood in my sophomore year to ski at a higher level while attending a strong academic school. My sophomore year was my most enjoyable year by far. I made friends with people from all over the world and enjoyed putting myself out there. Many of my friends have left since that year, which has limited my experience. I am still enjoying Northwood life, but I am looking forward to college.
Next year, I will be attending Elon University in North Carolina. I am going to major in communications because I enjoy communicating. I also want to go into something interesting, like real estate, but I am not sure yet. I am looking forward to Elon because it is only 3 hours away from the beach and 2 hours away from the mountains. I love the beach, and I love the warm weather.
I am grateful for my experience at Northwood, and I look forward to what the future has to offer me.
As told to Mitchell Baker ’24. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge
