Kristin Gunderson9 April 2014

Personal Profile

Adjectives that describe me:• Determined- When I am not understanding new material taught in class, I am willing to take

the extra time and practice in order to ensure I learn it. I do not give up in a tough situation. I am hard headed and fight through to achieve.

• Focused- I always listen intently in class and pay great attention to details in order to ensure each task is completed to the best of my ability.

• Perfectionist- I am not willing to settle for work being less than I am capable of doing. I am willing to redo a project or homework assignment until it is the best it can be.

• Reliable- I always follow through with each task I commit myself to do. • Organized- I have the ability to balance school work, community activities, family matters and

my social life. I keep a calendar with all upcoming events and manage my time wisely.• Athletic- I am a major supporter of living an active and healthy lifestyle. I run, swim, and

weight lift in order to maintain a strong body and mind. I participate in team sports such as Cross Country and the neighborhood swim team.

Academic experiences most meaningful:• Taking advanced placement classes such as AP World History, Pre AP Pre Calculus, and AP

Chemistry. These advanced classes have taught me how to balance studying as well as social life and family. I have learned the importance of focusing in each class and paying attention to great detail, especially in Mr. Hobbs AP Chemistry class. His course has challenged me beyond my limits and stressed my brain to reach new academic heights. I have been forced to think outside the box in each lesson. I have had to ask many questions, which has taken me out of my comfort zone in front of peers. I have spent numerous hours outside of class and with tutors in order to understand the material. AP Chemistry has taught me to remain persistent through hard situations. The class has taught me not to accept failure and to only expect the best from myself, as I now realize if I set my mind to a task, I have the determination to reach it.

Extracurricular activities or life experiences most meaningful:• I enjoy running as a hobby. It relaxes and clears my mind. It is also a fun way to connect with

the community as there are several fun local races to participate in, such as color runs or runs to support various diseases like cancer and autism. These races have opened my eyes to all the struggles that people around me may endure and I am glad I can help support these various causes. Running has given me a chance to become more involved in my school as I joined the SPHS Cross Country team. Running has made me a stronger individual as during a long race, you must be mentally tough. I believe that by taking up running I have grown to be more self motivated and determined in other areas of my life.

• I also enjoy singing and dancing with my school show choir. We compete in several statewide competitions and perform for various events such as school assemblies and local elementary schools. Show choir has also opened the door for me to reach out into the younger children of the community as I took the job as a summer show choir camp counselor.

• Acting as a Hoover Belle, I have been able to reach out into the community at various local hospitality events. I have proudly represented the city of Hoover.

Areas considering majoring in college:• Exercise Science• Diet and Nutrition• Physical Therapy• Pharmacy