Aurora University Athletics

Hometown: Downers Grove, Illinois
High School: Downers Grove North
Team: Women's Golf
Major: Criminal Justice
Minor: Spanish

What is your favorite sports moment at AU?
My favorite sports moment at AU was our first home meet of the season in 2014 at Blackberry Oaks Golf Course when it completely downpoured half way through our round and we had to all huddle under the shelter and then had to be carted back to the club house.

What is your most memorable academic experience at AU?
My favorite academic moment was being personally complimented by my professor for giving an interesting presentation in my Homeland Security class.

Why did you choose to attend Aurora University?
I really liked the academics and intimate campus feel as well as the ability to play golf.

Who is your all-time favorite athlete and why?
Bubba Watson because he was a self-made professional golfer and has won multiple majors including the Masters.

What is your favorite class and why?
My favorite class was Correctional Service because it was interesting and Dr. Whitus had a lot of interesting stories.

Who is your favorite professor and why?
My favorite professors are Dr. Whitus and Professor Dial because they always help answer any questions you have and have great stories of their own experiences that they bring into the classroom.

Other than the sport(s) you play, what other sports activity are you good at?
None

Outside of sports, what is your favorite hobby?
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends going to the movies or hanging out by the pool.

What is your favorite meal in the cafeteria?
I was a commuter

Who is your role model?
My biggest role models would have to be my grandparents. My grandpa served our country, he worked his whole life as a plumber and raised a family of 12 with my grandma. They always put their family first and worked to support each other. I look up to them for their strength, strong work ethic, passion for life and their unconditional love and support for their family.

What do you enjoy most about practice?
I enjoy the fact that practicing is individual improvement and its purpose isn't about competition but about enjoying the sport and improving your own game.

What do you like least about practice?
My least favorite part about practice is having to drive out to the golf course.

What are your plans/goals after graduation?
My plans after graduation is to continue to play golf regularly and to apply for jobs in the Criminal Justice field.

Do you have any pregame rituals?
I always stretch before playing and always bring blue gatorade to meets.

What will you remember most from your college career?
I will always remember the friendships I've made and all the hard work studying I put in during my college career.

As a senior, what advice would you give to freshman at AU?
To never be afraid to put yourself out and their and try new experiences. Go to as many school events as you can and make sure you make time for fun between studying, work, sports or whatever else is on your plate.



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