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Parents: Lisa and Rich Harris
Major: Political Science

2023: Competed in two races for the Auggies ... ran a season-fastest 8k at the MIAC Championships with a time of 28:58.1. 

2022: Competed in seven races ... ran a season-fastest 8k with a time of 28:08.7 at the Hamline Invitational on September 9. 

2021: Competed in six races... Ran a season best 8K with a time of 29:48.4 at the NCAA Regional 8K.

High School: Attended Dakota Ridge High School... Participated in Cross Country and Track and Field. 

Auggie Athlete FAQ:
Career Goal? For my career goal, I am inspired to become an attorney. I want to become an advocator for the people and advice the clients through the legal process.
Why did I choose to attend Augsburg? I chose to attend Augsburg University because the Cross Country coach allowed me to compete with the team. Augsburg provided an excellent accommodated academic support.
Athletic Goal at Augsburg? I want to help the AU cross country to thrive in the coming years. I also believe that competing in cross country with the team offers me the opportunity to learn and grow. 
Biggest Thrill in Athletics? The biggest thrill in cross country for me is having the profound opportunity to compete in the NCAA division and establishing a close relationship with the team.
What differentiates you from teammates or other students? Something that differentiates me from my teammates and other students is persistence, perseverance, and grit. When I have a vision, persistence allowed me to ensure that I complete the vision. I persevere to the challenge, despite the difficulty. And lastly, adapting to new things is very important to me because I can learn and grow in such a timely manner. 
What is a little known fact about yourself? I was from China in 2014, speak Mandarin and Cantonese. I am primarily focusing on English as I am prepared to attend college in the fall of 2021-2022.
List any interesting, non-athletic hobbies, talents or unusual facts about yourself? In the pre-pandemic, I was employed at Sunrise Senior Living. This job allowed me to start developing customer service and leadership skills. Speak Chinese and English. 
What are you most thankful for? I am very thankful that my parents have provided me a new family, a new home, and educations. Something that I never have while living in China.