California: 2007 (Junior) Rowed in the varsity 8+ that placed at the Pac-10 Championships and raced at NCAAs. 2006 (Sophomore) Rowed in the second varsity 8+ that won the Pac-10 Championships and placed second at the NCAA Championships. 2005 (Freshman) Was in the freshman 8+ that took second place at the Pac-10 Championships.
Personal: Mass communications major...rowed for Los Gatos Rowing Club...rowed in the varsity four that won a silver medal at the 2002 youth invitational...rowed in the varsity four that won a gold medal at the 2002 Southwest Junior Regional Championships...has a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do...enjoys hip hop dancing...parents are Shelley and Jeff Seders...has a sister, Kaiti, who rows for Cal women's crew.
The best part about being on Cal crew is: The team. It is great to always be surrounded by so many people all working towards the same goal.
The best part of the University is: All the resources available to help you receive the most out of your education and that it has the resources to also help you find a job.
My greatest achievement/finest moment was: Standing on the podium with my team in New Jersey after winning NCAAs.
I chose Cal because: When I visited the campus and the team it just felt right. I knew I would love it here.
What sets Cal apart: It is a mix of people who are committed to enjoying whatever it is they are doing. Cal makes for a great atmosphere.
