Linfield University Athletics

FRESHMAN
Competed on Linfield’s swim team.
 
NORTH MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL
Four-time letter winner in swimming.
Received “Iron Man” team award.
 
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Majoring in anthropology.
Son of Dan and Denise Buker.
 
WHAT ARE THE REASONS YOU CHOSE TO ATTEND LINFIELD?
For the extracurriculars offered and the quality of education for my intended major.
 
WHAT DOES BEING A STUDENT-ATHLETE AT LINFIELD MEAN TO YOU?
Being a student-athlete means that I am setting an example for any future college-level athletes, showing what it takes to be successful here.
 
HOW HAS PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS MADE YOU A BETTER PERSON?
I have learned respect, pride, and confidence.
 
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 10 YEARS?
I see myself curating at a museum, working to preserve history and culture.
 
WHAT'S THE BEST LINFIELD CLASS YOU'VE TAKEN AND WHY?
Cultural Anthropology. It was a great introductory class and helped me feel more confident in my choice of major.
 
THE GREATEST PRINCIPLE OR LESSON THAT I'VE LEARNED WHILE COMPETING IN ATHLETICS AT LINFIELD HAS BEEN...
Take risks, improving without trying new things from time to time is very hard.
 
AS A LINFIELD STUDENT-ATHLETE, MY GOALS INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY FOR MY TEAM ARE...
I want to be able to make strong, lasting connections with the other swimmers and further improve together.