JESI

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Years as a Bobcats Dancer: 1

College: University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Occupation: Full-time Student

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Dance background:	Over 20 years of Ballet, 18 years of jazz and tap, 4 years on funk and hip – hop dance and 4 years as a member of my University dance team.

Hobbies:	I enjoy sports, shopping and hanging out with my friends.

Favorite song:	“It’s Not Just Me” by Rascal Flatts.

Preferred dessert:	Cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory.

Much loved movies:	“The Little Mermaid” and “Pirates of the Caribbean”.

How I stay fit:	I swim and run a few times a week in addition to taking Pilates.

Long term goals:	I am planning on attending school to become a Physical Therapist to become a trainer who specializes with dancers and athletes.

Person you most admire:	My Uncle Bryan who taught me that God only gives you obstacles in life to make you stronger.

Best advice you have received:	My Nana taught me that in life you have to believe in three things: yourself in order to be successful; your family to be loved unconditionally; and God to be strong each and everyday.