“I grew up in Virginia and D.C. on and off because my mom is in the Navy. She is currently in Saudi Arabia. I have visited her twice now, and I’m going back this summer.
“I used to hate waking up early in the morning to ski, but it has grown on me. I really like skiing in the morning – it’s the highlight of my day. The waffle cabin is one of my favorite spots at Whiteface.
“My one life advice: behavior is a form of communication. How you act represents how you are – think before you act.
“My parents and I are huge foodies. Since my family is so busy with work, we eat out more than we cook at home. We always try new places, which is very exciting. But we do love to cook also. My dad went to culinary school, so I learned how to cook from him. My mom loves baking and has taught me to bake too.
“If I had a death row meal, I would want a big platter of sushi – it’s my favorite food since I grew up eating them. I would also want China City’s crab rangoon and Soulshine Bagel’s lox bagel to be on there.
“I enjoy going to coffee shops and studying there a lot. If talking about Lake Placid, I always visit Origin to get a coffee and their Banh Mi or Turkey Panini.
“I’m not sure about where and what I want to study after graduation. I’m thinking of doing something in the outdoor and adventure sports world if the school I choose has those majors. If not, I want to study art history.
“For the last months of senior year, I plan to make the most of it, which can sound cheesy, but Northwood is like my home now. So, I’m a little sad about having to graduate and leave this place. My mindset currently is just to enjoy being here with everyone and doing the things I like.”
As told to Jenny Tran ’25. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.