Outside the Arena with Jen Rawle and Mikaela Sundgren
Oct 24, 2008
Name: Jennifer Rawle
Year in School: Sophomore
Years on the Team: 2nd
Discipline: Hunter Seat
Hometown: Katy, Texas
Major: Family Studies with a Business minor
Riding Background (before college): I had been riding for 11 years before I came to Kansas State. I showed all over Texas in the Texas Hunter/Jumper Association while also showing locally in the Houston area. I have competed in Hunters, Jumpers, and Equitation.
Why I chose K-State: I love the atmosphere of Manhattan and the K-State campus. The people in the area are so friendly, and I could not wait to be part of the Kansas State Equestrian team!
My favorite part about being a member of the KSUET: It is awesome to be able to go to school while also riding. Plus I could never ask for a greater group of girls to call my teammates! Everyone is so supportive of one another, and it is nice to always have someone there if you need anything.
Favorite Manhattan restaurant: La Fiesta
The last book I read: Signs of Success
If I could have any superpower it would be: I wish I could fly.
Favorite TV show: “How It’s Made”
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
The last song I downloaded: “Who I Am” by Wade Bowen
Plans after graduation: I would like to stay in Kansas and work in a Human Resources Department for a corporation or small business.
Name: Mikaela Sundgren
Year in School: Junior
Year on the Team: 3rd
Discipline: Western
Hometown: El Dorado, KS
Major: Animal Science, Pre-Vet
Riding Background (before college): I competed in American Quarter Horse Association horse shows and received multiple AQHYA World Show Top Ten and Finalist placings.
Why I chose K-State: I chose K-State because almost everybody in my family has graduated from here.
My favorite part about being a member of the KSUET: Meeting new people and being able to continue showing horses throughout college.
Favorite Manhattan restaurant: 4-Olives
If I could have any superpower it would be: I would want to be able to fly.
Favorite TV show: “CSI”
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Plans after graduation: To attend graduate school.
