Rachel Cameron

Nickname: none - yet

Year of Graduation: 2010

Major: English (and possibly Biology or Neuroscience, too)

Hometown & School: Grand Rapids, Minnesota; Grand Rapids High School

HS Events & PR's: 4K - 15:12, 2-mile - 12:15

College Events & PR's: XC 5K - 19:23, 6K - 23:26

Accomplishments: Vvaledictorian of my high school class, captain of my high school XC team for two years, surviving a trail adventure with Nicole G. and Sophie involving at least 17 miles of running

Interests: Running, writing, being outdoors, hanging out with family and friends, eating ice cream, playing piano

Something random: Looking like a 12-year-old has its occasional perks; I can still get kid-priced meals at restaurants.

Why you chose Amherst: First of all, I wanted to go out of state and explore a new a part of the country, while at a small school with a community feeling. I found that at Amherst, the people are friendly, open, and engaging; the academics and professors are amazing; the location is great; and the cross-country team is absolutely wonderful, regardless of how fast or slow you are.