Lillian Parolek

What do you enjoy outside of athletics?  Outside of athletics, I like to spend time with my friends but I also enjoy being with myself and taking care of myself. I like to read, write, and I enjoy doing random crafts as well. I got into these things because I had discovered that taking time for yourself is not only freeing but it’s also a nice mental reset. When I am with my friends, we like to shop and walk around Lincoln or Omaha enjoying scenery and trying new things.

What is something you appreciate about Doane that you didn't know or expect before arriving?  I appreciate Doane in a lot of ways. I appreciate the amount of resources they provide (i.e. counseling, financial aid, help with resumes, etc.), I also enjoy the little fairs they host during dead week, mental health week, etc. It really shows they care about their students and who they are as people. Doane is a very inclusive campus and it shows. I also really love the scenery. 

 

Why did you choose to participate in your current sport at Doane?  I ran track after volleyball season had ended in High School. Although I really enjoyed it, I knew my heart was in volleyball. I had played for about five years before college and I had spent a lot of time playing club. Doane attracted me the most because I really liked the culture it brought, the scenery was beautiful, and on the plus side it was close to home.