Personal: Letter winner in track, volleyball, basketball, and dance...All-District in volleyball and 2 time Region champion in high jump...daughter of Phil and Lou Anne...hobbies include eating, games, reading, kids, being active, and volleyball.

The person I admire most: "My Mom."

Why did you choose to come to Concordia? "I had it narrowed down to a few other private, Lutheran colleges but Concordia is closest to home and is a good size and an opportunity for me to continue to do track."

What do you like best about Concordia? "It's personal, small classes, location, Scandinavian history, and Study Abroad opportunities."

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Nickname: Steph

One word that best describes me: fun

Where you would go if you could spend one week anywhere in the world: Norway

Favorite food: Pizza

Favorite restaurant: Granite City

Favorite movies: Hairspray

Favorite TV show: CSI

Favorite music groups: Augustana & Regina Spektor

Favorite book: The Partner-John Grisham

Favorite holiday: Christmas

One thing I can't live without: my mom

What is the best gift you ever received: Sound of Music

Best class ever taken at Concordia: non-fiction writing

Three people I would most like to meet: Jesus, Princess Diana, Matt Lauer

Nobody knows how much I like to: Watch football

The biggest influence on my track and field career: My jump coach in HS, Steve Mueller

If I were to play another sport, it would be: Volleyball

Greatest personal sports moment: state qualifying in high jump every meet my senior year

Favorite pro sports team: Twins

My dream job is: Camp Director or Anchor on the Today Show