Getting to Know You: Annalise Olsen
Annalise Olsen – Kinesiology
Year in school: sophomore
Hometown: Castle Rock, Colorado
Why are you studying Kinesiology? What do you hope to do with this after you graduate?
I am passionate and interested in sports and physical activity. I wanted to learn more about the human body and its performance. I hope to become an Exercise Physiologist and ultimately help other people reach the best versions of themselves.
Why did you choose WSU?
I loved the campus and liked the opportunities offered here.
What’s been your favorite part of the WSU experience thus far?
I have enjoyed gaining new experiences and making new connections and friends.
What has been the biggest challenge?
It has been hard at times to be far from home.
As a college, we’re focusing more on our people being agents of change. What makes you an agent of change?
As an individual, I can’t change the world, but I can help make the lives of those around me better. I try my best to be kind and lift my friends, coworkers, and classmates.
Favorites
Restaurant in Pullman: Little Caesars
Book: Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Seuss
Song: Life Changes by Thomas Rhett
Movie: La La Land
TV show: Gilmore Girls
Place to visit: the beach
Dream vacation spot: New Zealand