Veronika Owen '24 Recruiting Profile

I have always wanted to push myself.  Swim has taught me so much about never giving up and how there's always something I can work on.  I carry that mindset with me everywhere I go.  Whether it's in athletics, academics, or beyond, I'm always searching to see what I can do better.  I enjoy gaining greater insight into how I can improve both myself and my world.   In school, I enjoy taking difficult classes and learning as much as I can.  I am an Editor-in-chief for my school newspaper.   I am a member in my school's Model United Nations program, and I am assistant concertmaster in my school's chamber orchestra.  I love working on swim both in and outside the pool.  When I'm not training, I'm meditating, visualizing, or journaling.  But in the end, I don't want to just improve myself; I want to help others, too.  I want to be there for other people, whether it be in the newsroom, classroom, or the pool.  I care for others, and I believe that is so critical especially in an individual sport.  When a swimmer is up on the blocks, it can seem scary or lonely.  That's why it's so crucial to showcase support for fellow teammates.  That's what I bring to the team.   I want everyone to succeed, and that is why I believe I am a great fit for college swimming.