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Majoring in exercise and sport science with a minor in coaching ... Participates in the Carolina Leadership Academy's as part of the Rising Stars program ... Member of Athletes in Action ... Named to the ACC Academic Honor Roll for 2007-08 and the Dean's List for fall 2008 Rowing at UNC: In her first season on the varsity after rowing for the novice squad last season ... Rowed in the novice eight that won the 2008 Knecht Cup and finished third at the ACC Championship ... Recipient of the Spirit Award for the 2007-08 novice squad Before UNC: At Mercyhurst Preparatory School, was a member of the varsity cheerleading team and master dance company More on Paterniti: Born June 23, 1989, in Erie, Pa. ... Daughter of Thomas and Linda Paterniti ... Has one sister, Brittany (17) ... Favorite pastimes are swimming, dancing and cooking ... Favorite book is My Sister's Keeper ... Favorite TV shows are Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and Weeds ... Favorite moves are 300, Rocky and The Lion King ... Favorite sport other than rowing is basketball ... Favorite ice cream flavor is chocolate chip cookie dough ... Biggest pet peeve is not cleaning up after oneself ... Athlete she most admires is Muhammad Ali: "Even though he was always underestimated, with his confidence and positive attitude he would always pull of a victory ... After graduation, plans to attend medical school ... Dream job is working for an outdoor adventure travel company ... With a completely free day, would relax at the beach with friends |
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