Grand Canyon University Athletics
2019-20 Cheerleaders Roster
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Shankel, Calissa
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Calissa Shankel
- Class:
- Freshman
- HS:
- Nampa High School
- Hometown:
- Nampa, Idaho
- Major:
- Nursing
Bio
Post-Graduation Goals: To have a happy family and career.
Why did you choose GCU? I chose GCU because of the atmosphere here on campus. When I visited for my first time I absolutely fell in love with look of the campus and all the students here. Everyone is so friendly and genuine. I also chose to come to GCU because the cheer team was so amazing and so close and that is something I wanted to be a part of.
When you are not cheering, where can you be found? When I’m not in cheer you can find me either in my bed or out with my friends.
Who is the most influential person in your life? The most influential person in my life is my mom. She has always been my number one supporter in my life. She has shown me what a strong woman looks like. Whenever I need advice, she is the first person I go to.
What is one piece of advice you would give someone who dreams of becoming a GCU Cheerleader? My advice to someone wanting to become a GCU Cheerleader is to keep a positive and open mind. Always be ready to try new things and be excited for the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and try.
Fun Fact: People the team call me Khaleesi from Game of Thrones because they think I look like her and my name is similar.
Favorite Bible Verse or Quote: “Your life is as good as your mindset” -Unknown
Why did you choose GCU? I chose GCU because of the atmosphere here on campus. When I visited for my first time I absolutely fell in love with look of the campus and all the students here. Everyone is so friendly and genuine. I also chose to come to GCU because the cheer team was so amazing and so close and that is something I wanted to be a part of.
When you are not cheering, where can you be found? When I’m not in cheer you can find me either in my bed or out with my friends.
Who is the most influential person in your life? The most influential person in my life is my mom. She has always been my number one supporter in my life. She has shown me what a strong woman looks like. Whenever I need advice, she is the first person I go to.
What is one piece of advice you would give someone who dreams of becoming a GCU Cheerleader? My advice to someone wanting to become a GCU Cheerleader is to keep a positive and open mind. Always be ready to try new things and be excited for the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and try.
Fun Fact: People the team call me Khaleesi from Game of Thrones because they think I look like her and my name is similar.
Favorite Bible Verse or Quote: “Your life is as good as your mindset” -Unknown
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