Emily

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Birthday Month/sign:

August/Leo

Years on the Jills:

4 years

Degree/Major/Career:

Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Education and Middle Childhood Mathematics/ Teacher

Dance/Cheerleading Background:

I have been cheerleading since I was twelve years old and before that I was a competitive gymnast. I was also a cheerleading coach for three years.

Most Memorable Moment/ Greatest Achievement:

My greatest achievement was touring Iraq and Kuwait to visit and perform for military men and women serving overseas. It was by far the most incredible experience of my life. We cannot thank them enough for what they do, but we sure tried! Thank you AKA Productions for the tour of a lifetime!

Four words to describe yourself:

Intelligent, Outgoing, Confident, Athletic

Most thrilling moment as a Jill so far:

The first time I ever stepped onto the field in front of 80,000 screaming fans!

The best thing about being a Jill:

The best thing about being a Jill is becoming so involved in our community. We have the opportunity to meet so many incredible people and take part in so many events all around Buffalo.

Reasons I like Buffalo:

I love Buffalo because it is the home of the Bills and the Sabres, which means the most exciting and loyal fans there are! I also love the food, the people, and the weather, you never know what to expect!

Goals for the future:

To complete a masters degree in literacy and eventually administration.

Worst Fear:

My worst fear is failure.

Personal Motto:

Don?t cry because it is gone, smile because it happened.

Favorite Food:

Chicken Finger Subs, Sweet Potato Fries, and Coconut Shrimp

Favorite Color:

Purple (Tanzanite)

Favorite Music Artist/Group:

Brad Paisley, Josh Turner, Carrie Underwood/DMB, Goo Goo Dolls, Poison, Rascal Flatts and so many more!

Favorite Actor/Actress/Movie:

Matthew McConaughey/Reese Witherspoon/Dirty Dancing

Favorite Animal:

Puppies!

If I could change something about myself:

I would not be such a procrastinator!

Something I always wanted to learn:

I always wanted to learn how to ski.

How does being a Jill enhance different aspects of your career/personal Life?

Being a Jill has made me more confident, more positive, and a much better public speaker.

Most prized possession:

My pictures!

Most admired person and why:

I have always admired my mother the most. She is the strongest, most intelligent, independent, and amazing woman I have ever met. I have yet to find something she cannot do when she puts her mind to it. If I can be half the woman she is, I will have been successful.

I'm a fan of:

I am a fan of the Bills, the Sabres, food, lacrosse, and fun!

Best advice I ever received:

Be a leader, not a follower.

Hanging on my refrigerator door are:

I have pictures of my family and friends, a Bills schedule, and too many magnets on my refrigerator door!

I'm proud to be:

I?m proud to be an American, a college graduate, a Bills fan, and a Sabres fan.

Advice for kids:

Always follow your dreams!

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