My name is Libby Cultra and I am a Junior (Class of 2018) at Urbana High School in Urbana, Illinois. I compete in the 3200m, 1600m and 3 mile in XC. So far this track season, I have set multiple PRs by a large margin including an 11:00 3200m and a 5:15 1600m, and I hope to bring down these times even further during sectionals, state, and the post-season meets. Academically, I am in the top 1% of my class and have a 33 ACT. My goals for this year are to run 10:45 and 5:06, and to keep up my straight A’s in my AP classes during Junior and Senior year. I’m going to work as hard as I can to achieve it!

Athletically and academically, I know I can contribute to the team in a big way. Although I have a passion for running, I also have a desire to pursue a career in Neuroscience and Biology. My passion for science and determination on and off the track would be a great fit for your university, and I would thrive there not just as an athlete, but as a student as well. I also volunteer at the local retirement home and am starting a summer job working with dialysis patients in order to further develop my interests. I have had a great time finding out what subjects really appeal to me, and am excited to challenge myself to use my abilities to the fullest!

I look forward to possibly being a member of your cross country and track teams. I have big goals for the next few years, and you can definitely help me achieve them. For more information, please email me at libbycultra2018@gmail.com.