Year in School: Senior
Major: Agricultural Communication & Marketing and Animal Science
Hometown: Byron, Minnesota

 

Dairy Background: I grew up working on my cousins’ dairy farm located in Byron, Minnesota where we milk 60 Registered Holsteins. I was involved in 4-H and FFA and showed our Registered Holsteins through my involvement in these organizations. Additionally, I competed on my county’s dairy judging and dairy knowledge bowl teams. Most recently, I served as the 67th Princess Kay of the Milky Way, the goodwill ambassador for Minnesota dairy farmers.

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Why did you decide to take on a leadership/executive position in the club? The Gopher Dairy Club is one of the first clubs I joined when I came to the University of Minnesota. Throughout my time in the club, I have been involved in a variety of activities that the club offers. I was excited to be a member of the executive team to help continue our traditions and provide members with meaningful experiences during their college careers!

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How are you involved on campus and in Gopher Dairy Club?

Oncampus, I am involved in Beta of Clovia Sorority, AECM Club, Block and Bridle, and the Minnesota Royal Executive Team. In the Gopher Dairy Club, I have been the co-chair of the senior trip committee, co-chair of the judging contest, and yearbook committee member.

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What are your future plans after graduation? After graduation, I plan to find a career in agricultural communications. I hope to continue building relationships between farmers and consumers.

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If you could be one dairy product, what would you be and why? If I could be any dairy product, I would be ice cream because it is one of my favorite dairy foods!