High School: A 2007 graduate of the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science in Denton, Texas ... was part of Dockside Surf Team and the university of North texas Triathlon Club.

Personal: Born in Lexington Park, Md. ... parents' names are David and Zita ... has three siblings, Emily, Laura and David ... plans to major in environmental studies ... hobbies include cycling, skating, hiking and backpacking, surfing, skiing and whitewater kayaking.