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Laci W.

Ambassador at Lees-McRae College

She/her/hers

Class of 2026

Hometown: Kannapolis, NC

Major: Criminal Justice

Specialization: Forensic Psychology

Secondary Major: Psychology


My advice to students searching for a college...

My advice for students searching for a college is to keep your options open and visit as many schools as you can. Choose the place that feels like home!

Most memorable Lees-McRae experience...

My most memorable Lees-McRae experience was winning the Conference Carolinas Cheerleading competition my freshman and Sophomore year!

Why I chose Lees-McRae...

I chose Lees-McRae initially for the cheerleading team and to be close to my grandparents in Boone, but stayed after falling in love with the small school atmosphere and the beautiful campus!

Favorite thing about Lees-McRae....

My favorite thing about Lees-McRae is the people. Everyone is so welcoming and it is obvious that Lees-McRae’s faculty and staff do the best they can to see their students succeed.

I'm passionate about...

the Beatles

I'm involved with...

Cheerleading Campus Activities Board Resident Assistant Student Government Association Students of Appalachia Order of the Tower Orientation Leader