Katherine Lund | University of Portland

Katherine Lund

 Katherine Lund
Major
: Nursing
Hometown:
Pasadena, California
Residence Hall: Lund Family Hall

Why did you decide to enroll at UP?
I love that UP is proud of their Catholic identity. They also have an amazing Nursing program that I am so blessed to be a part of.

Best memory from living in the residence halls?
Father Dan's baking! His focaccia bread is SO yummy!

Favorite UP activity?
I love going to Mass on Sunday mornings and then heading over to the Commons to get a warm cinnamon roll or waffle!

Favorite UP event?
Rock the Bluff!!

Favorite meal served on campus?
Toasted sandwich at The Anchor! Regrettably, I didn't know these existed until halfway through my first year!

Plans after UP?
Pass the NCLEX and get a job at a pediatric hospital!

Favorite Portland area destination?
Pine State Biscuits. Nothing beats them!

Favorite UP professor?
Doctor Christie Cesar

Favorite UP class?
Anatomy and Physiology

Fun Fact
I am one of 5 kids and next year my parents will have 4 in college!

Favorite Quote
"As long as you live keep smiling because it brightens everybody's day." -Vin Scully

What is one piece of advice you would give yourself if you were a high school senior again?
It will all work out. Work hard, but don't let your life revolve around college apps and SAT scores! Relax, Katherine, it's all good!

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