Julie Kang

Position:
Varsity
Height:
5-10
Class:
Junior
Hometown:
Baker City, Okla.
High School:
Baker

Majoring in biology with a minor in chemistry ... Works in a lab as an animal care technician for spadefoot toads ... Also involved in genetics and behavioral research in the same lab ... Served in the U.S. Army before enrolling at UNC

Rowing at UNC: Tried out for the novice squad in the fall of 2010 and was moved up to the varsity for the spring 2011 season

Before UNC: Attended Baker High School ... Worked at a ranch throughout high school and trained horses there

More on Kang: Born Dec. 24, 1985, in Port Angeles, Wash. ... Daughter of Colleen and Pat Williams ... Has a brother, Matthew Williams (20) ... Favorite pastime is spending time with family and friends ... Enjoys riding and training horses and working with cattle ... Fun fact is that she enlisted in the U.S. Army for three and a half years after high school and met her husband while serving ... Pet peeve is being micromanaged ... Athletes she most admires are those who are good at what they do and show a lot of determination to continue to improve ... After graduation, plans to go to veterinary school ... Dream job is to be a large animal veterinarian specializing in horses and cattle ... Little-known talent is her ability to gain a horse's trust in gentling them and training them

Kang on rowing at UNC: "I am really glad that I tried out for the UNC rowing program because it has afforded me many great opportunities to learn, build confidence and be a part of a team. I never played sports because I didn't know how, so taking a risk and trying out for rowing, which I knew nothing about, was one of the best things I have done for myself. I love rowing and am very thankful for the decision I made."