Prior to Emory: Earned three letters in cross country and track at George Walton High School ... Was coached by Tom Williams ... Best 5000 meters mark was 16:00 as a senior ... Was chosen as the cross country and track team's Most Improved Performer in 2006 and 2007 ... Was a member of his high school's swimming and diving program.

Personal: Recipient of various community service awards for his work with Habitat For Humanity ...

Quote: "I selected Emory University because of the outstanding academics, the people that comprise the school and the reputation of the cross country and track teams."