CAHNRS Coug Connections: Katie Waldo

Each week, we will showcase one of our CAHNRS Ambassadors. Ambassadors is a student leadership organization that encourages students to pursue higher education and serves as a liaison between the college and the greater community. This week, we’re featuring Katie Waldo, a senior from Corvallis, Ore.

Katie Waldo

What are you studying?

I’m majoring in Food Science.

What is a fun fact about you?

I sleep in a hammock instead of a bed.

Why WSU?

I’m a second generation Coug and WSU just feels like home.

What is special about being a CAHNRS Coug?

CAHNRS has endless opportunities, an amazing support system, and also Ferdinand’s ice cream at ALL the events!

Where do you want to be (professionally or personally) 10 years after you graduate?

Either Seattle public health or working in international food security… Hopefully both!

Favorite class you have taken within CAHNRS so far? Why?

Food engineering, because I thought I was going to fail the class, but ended up loving it and passing.

What other extracurricular activities have you been involved in?

I’m co-president of International Development Club and have participated in Food Science Club and Product Development Club.

Favorite Ferdinand’s flavor of ice cream?

Mint Chocolate chip!!! DUH!