Hometown: Springfield, Illinois
Major: Biology Pre-Med
Future Plans: Earn a master’s degree or enter the workforce

Katie Kennedy enrolled in the University of Illinois Springfield because of the proximity to home and because of the various scholarship opportunities offered. She works for UIS Campus Recreation and serves as the Illinois student leader for the National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association. She worked with the state organization to plan the Region III Student Lead On Conference in Michigan. On campus, she is the Pre-Health Society Volunteer Coordinator and is part of the Capital Scholars Honors Program. After graduation, Kennedy plans to pursue a master’s degree or enter the workforce.

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