Profile of Lauren White

“Fun, outgoing, organized, and green” are all self-proclaimed traits of Lauren White. Lauren is an athlete, a student, a sister to Anthony, a daughter to Anthony and Ann, and a fan. Virginia Tech is the current home of Lauren and she loves her time spent here.

Lauren Whites journey began on her date of birth, March 31, 1991 in Hampton, Virginia. She moved into Fisher Elementary in Hampton, Virginia and proudly branded herself a “Think Flamingo”. Lauren excelled in elementary school and proceeded onto Jones Magnet Middle School. Lauren continued her academic excellence as she moved into Bethel High School. She was very proud of the Bruin tradition and of the fact the Allen Iverson was a graduate at the same high school that she was attending. Lauren finished her high school career with a star-studded transcript and Lauren decided that Virginia Tech would be the college of her choice. It was not an easy decision though, as Lauren had to ponder the pros and cons of each university.

Lauren knew of the obvious benefits of attending Virginia Tech. Underlying the obvious academic prestige that the university possesses is a multitude of positives, which are what lured Lauren to VT. Lauren was awestruck with the atmosphere surrounding the Virginia Tech campus, especially the mountains. Lauren also loves the hokie school spirit. Maroon and orange, all around campus is the perfect campus environment for Lauren. This school spirit leads into attendance at sporting events. Lauren was looking for a college where the athletic program was extremely strong. Virginia Tech offers just that as the football team is consistently ranked in the top 25 in the nation.

Lauren is an adamant sports fan to say the least. She loves many sports including baseball, basketball, and football. Lauren is a Boston Red Sox fan when out of football season. Lauren was in the Hamptons during the Red Sox majestic, yet tainted, 2004 championship run. She was excited to see the Red Sox break one of the biggest curses in sports history. Lauren also was firsthand witness to the defacing of New York Yankees’ posters, a ritual which doesn’t bother the die-hard Boston fans. Lauren’s liking of Boston sports teams does not end there though. She is a very proud Boston Celtics fan and a fan of Kevin Garnett as well. After KG and the Celtics won the NBA championship 2 years ago, Lauren was overjoyed. Lauren’s enjoyment of the Celtic’s championship run was enhanced by her hatred of the Lakers and Kobe Bryant. She also dislikes Phil Jackson, the Lakers’ head coach, and if the Lakers had won the series than he would hold the all-time record for NBA championships by a single coach. Lauren’s love for sports only begins with basketball and baseball. She is a football super fan. College football is one of the main hobbies of Lauren’s fall and winter. Tyrod Taylor, Quarterback #5 for Virginia Tech, is Lauren’s favorite college football athlete. Lauren love’s the games at Lane Stadium especially since it is commonly recognized as one of the hardest stadiums to play in for opposing teams. Lauren remembers seeing games in Lane stadium on T.V. when Michael Vick was a hokie. Although many people find Michael Vick to be a criminal who doesn’t deserve a second chance in the NFL for his actions in dog fighting, Lauren believes that he was simply used as an outcast and as an example. Lauren stated, “It’s ridiculous that Mike Vick got the sentence when he did, and is still under NFL suspension. Donte Stallworth (A wide receiver for the Cleveland Browns) hit and killed a man while driving drunk and got 24 days in prison. Mike Vick was clearly used as an example.” Although Lauren is considered a Michael Vick super fan, she doesn’t like the NFL team he’s currently playing on (Philadelphia Eagles). This is simply accredited to her love that is the Dallas Cowboys. Lauren has said that “The Cowboys are the center of my life whenever it’s football season. Lauren loves the Cowboys but she does have favorite players. Jason Witten and Tony Romo are at the top of her list of favorite players. Lauren liked Tony Romo even more after he broke up with Jessica Simpson stating that, “She was ruining him as a quarterback.” Lauren was also a Terrell Owens fan until his classic insubordinate actions led to his release from the team in 2009. T.O. was a constant subject of trade news as well as a big team distraction and to stay on top of all his news as well as every Cowboys story Lauren found ESPN to be the TV station of choice. On ESPN Lauren can find shows that are held under the impression of a debate such as Around the Horn and Pardon the Interruption, as well as shows that appeal emotional and humorously to her, such as Outside the Lines and Jim Rome is Burning. Lauren looks to SportsCenter; the Emmy winning sports focused news show, for updates concerning any of her favorite teams. Lauren’s favorite T.V. show are not all sports related though; as many are reality shows which are shown on VH1. One of Lauren’s favorites is a Shot at Love, a reality show which allows people to try the win the heart of the main character/characters. Not only does Lauren like television shows, but she is also an adamant movie fan as well. Lauren is a horror film lover, even some of the “slasher” classics. Lauren thought the 2009 horror film Orphan was one of the best horror movies she had seen; even higher than other favorites such as the Friday the 13^th series and the Nightmare on Elm Street series. Lauren also likes a multitude of other movies that she describes as, “a random collection of movies”. Included in this group re Slumdog Millionaire, Transformers, Remember the Titans, Pretty in Pink, Selena, Superbad, Step Brothers, and The Proposal. One of Lauren’s favorite actresses and producers Sandra Bullock was the main character in the Proposal. Jennifer Aniston is Lauren’s other favorite actress. Lauren is also a fan of Ryan Reynolds, the other protagonist in The Proposal, and George Clooney.

Lauren is a complete person, possessing important qualities and traits used to excel in academics, sociability, and life in general. She is described as a great friend by Jasmine, a friend of Lauren’s, from back in Hampton. Jasmine also went on to say, “[Lauren] is very nice, always very positive, and friendly.” Lauren actually pulled together a great surprise party for Jasmine that Jasmine described as, “The best party ever”. Lauren is simply an amazing person and she leaves a deep impression after a sit down and talk with her. She is a very rare talent and a one of a kind character.