Chalis Bird

Hometown: Windsor, Mass.

Sport: Women's Swimming

Class: Junior

Major: Biology

Chalis Bird is currently in her third season as a member of Elms' women's swim team. In 2011-12, Bird captured second place in the 100-yard freestyle (57.47) at the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) Championship and was the anchor leg of the winning 200-yard medley relay team (1:58.30). She is also part of all five of the Blazers' record-holding relay squads (in yards) and has had a hand in Elms' 200-meter medley relay and 200-meter freestyle relay records.

Why did you choose Elms College?

I chose Elms College because I wanted to be able to swim and also get a great education.

The Division III Identity encompasses the following six words: Sportsmanship, Responsibility; Comprehensive Learning, Proportion, Passion, Citizenship…which of these words means the most to you and why?

I identify with passion because without it, not much else matters.

Who is your favorite athlete(s)?

Wes Welker and Danny Woodhead

What is your favorite song?

"Don't You Wish It Was True" - John Fogerty

Complete the following sentence: If I won $1,000,000 I would...

...be a millionaire!

What is your favorite school subject?

Microbiology and animal biology

If you had a quote to live by, what would it be?

"Do what you love" - Chalis Bird

What is one thing people might not know about you?