Academic Notes: Majoring in exercise science and kinesiology.

High School: Graduated from Vista Ridge High School in 2011 ... Earned a leadership award for cross country her junior and senior years ... Served as team captain for the Vista Ridge Rangers cross country squad ... Qualified for the regional meet all four years ... Most memorable moment was traveling to Eugene, Ore. for Nike Pre-Nationals her senior year with the Vista Ridge girls' and boys' cross country teams. 

Personal: Born to Andrew and Laura Ornelas on August 1, 1993 in Espanola, N.M. ... Has an older brother, Zachary, who competes at the University of Michigan in cross country and track & field ... Enjoys long walks, reading, being awesome, biking, and working out ... Chose NAU for the weather, climate, and opportunity to train at altitude ... The most exciting event she remembers was the 2012 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, which she attended with her mom, saying it was thrilling to be able to watch the battle to represent America in the Olympics.