About Sarah:

What course are you studying and what level?
MSc in Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing

Why did you chose that course?
The chance to learn from the incredible professors and students at the Mathematical Institute

When, where and why did you start rowing? And what do you love about the sport?
I started in the fall of 2014 on the Chicago River. My brother had just walked on to the crew team at Williams College and pushed me to try the sport out as well. I’ve been hooked ever since!

What was your first rowing club and coach?
Mike Wallin at the Chicago Rowing Foundation

What or who was the earliest sporting inspiration you remember as a child?
Chicago Blackhawks “17 seconds” 2013 Stanley Cup Final

How has rowing and being part of the Boat Race squad impacted your life?
Rowing has given me lifelong best friends who constantly push me to be the best version of myself. I feel very fortunate to be able to spend a year across the pond becoming part of another amazing rowing community.

If you weren’t a rower, what sport do you think you’d excel at?
Curling

What is your favourite non-academic book?
The Order of Time by Carlo Rovelli

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