Hannah Early

Position:
Novice
Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Asheville, N.C.
High School:
Asheville

Considering a major in environmental studies

Before UNC: At Asheville High School, was a member of the volleyball, cross country, swimming and track teams

More on Early: Born Hannah Sue Early on Aug. 31, 1986, in Columbia, Mo. ... Daughter of Jim and Amanda Early ... Has one brother, Hillary (21) ... Favorite pastimes are contra dancing, backpacking and camping ... Says the word that best describes her is "random" ... Dream job is "saving the world from overpopulation and setting all countries on a path to sustainable agriculture" ... Five years after graduation, sees herself traveling the world to learn several languages and network for activism while possibly being married to a striking outdoorsman ... Favorite sport besides rowing is volleyball ... Some things few people know about her is that she owns at least 25 pairs of shoes, used to be a cheerleader and collects sock monkeys

Early on rowing: "Carolina rowing has been an incredible experience in which I've been pushed to my limits and asked to go harder with the support of an entirely new family."