My first “artifact” from this school year would definitely be joining the Ohio State Women’s Novice Rowing Team. It has been a great experience so far. I had never even thought of rowing to be a possibility until I came to Ohio State. I have learned so many things from rowing already. Being a student athlete pushes you physically, mentally, and academically. However, throughout these challenges, I have learned that I am so much more capable of pushing past these barriers and that I can handle much more than I thought I could. I have learned time management skills, mental toughness, and how to keep pushing when I didn’t think I could go farther. I have also met so many great girls who I am so happy to be able to call my teammates.