Paige Colpo

Position:
Varsity
Height:
5-11
Class:
Senior
Hometown:
Cary, N.C.
High School:
Green Hope

Working toward a double major in journalism and peace, war & defense with a minor in German … Named to ACC Academic Honor Roll

Rowing at UNC: In her second year on the varsity squad after rowing for the novice squad as a freshman ... As a sophomore, was named Most Improved on the varsity squad ... Member of the 2017 All-ACC Academic Team and the CRCA Academic squad

Before UNC: Graduated from Green Hope High School… Started rowing during her junior year after a friend suggested she try out because of her height advantage… Rowed for the Triangle Rowing Club

More on Colpo: Daughter of Lynn and Marc Colpo… Born in Cary, N.C. … Has one brother… Favorite pastimes include eating Mexican food, traveling and playing soccer… After finishing undergraduate career, hopes to continue her education in law school and to receive a degree in international law … Says the friendships made through rowing are worth the mental and physical challenges of rowing