Name: Hannah Heinonen
Age: 20
Hometown: Sammamish, WA
Relationship Status: Single
Graduation Date: Spring 2017 (!!!!!!!!!!)
Major: Biology, Cellular and Molecular emphasis
Q: How Did You choose Your Major?
A: I loved all the “wow” moments in my intro biology classes. Everything works the way it does because of what is happening on a cellular level. It is amazing to learn about something you have known about your whole life, like the human body, and learn why and how it works.
Q: What is your favorite book?
A: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Q: What would you say is your favorite movie?
A: The Hunger Games Catching Fire
Q: What do you love most about WWU?
A: The fact that you are able to take a class in Shakespeare and Biochemistry in the same quarter (my winter quarter). Sounds corny, but there are so many different opportunities!
Q: What are your hobbies?
A: Running, card games, camping, travelling, eating sweets
Q: Are you involved in any extracurricular activities?
A: Yes, I love LOVE going to the INN Univeristy Ministries, a campus Christian group. And I have a job as a Certified Nursing Assistant at a nursing home.
Q: Who is your celebrity crush?
A: Prince Caspian. Yes, from Narnia.
Q: What’s your idea of a perfect date?
A: Going for a run/hike and getting frozen yogurt afterwards!
Q: How would you describe your ideal romantic partner?
A: Quirky sense of humor and easy going.
Q: Where do you see yourself in five years?
A: In Medical School, or working as a nurse in Seattle.
Q: What is something people don’t know about you?
A: I can juggle and I want to learn Russian. That is two things but they are equally important.
Q: What is something still on your Western bucket list?
A: Hike Oyster Dome!
Q: What is your biggest pet peeve?
A: Anything that disturbs my sleep.
Q: What is the best job you’ve ever had?
A: Being a greeter at church! Yes, it is not paid, but I love being able to say hi to everyone who comes in.
Q: If you could travel to anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
A: India! I love Indian culture, especially the food and Bollywood movies.
Q: What are three things you couldn’t survive the day without?
A: Hugs, ice cream and a hairband.
Q: What is your best quality?
A: Compassion
Q: Where is your favorite study spot?
A: Anywhere in the library next to a white board!
Q: Who are your favorite musical artists?
A: Taylor Swift, Green Day, and anything I can dance to.
Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
A: The ability to stop and start time. Then I could take really long study breaks to nap or watch Netflix without feeling guilty.
Q: Word of advice for incoming freshmen?
A: Study Abroad! There are so many programs, and the international office is very helpful. I went to Madagascar in my first year, and it was definitely the best experience I’ve had at Western.
Q: What are you excited for in the future?
A: When I finally have medical credentials, and can work as a nurse or doctor abroad.