Kate Shelerud
	Class: Freshman Hometown: Esko, Minn. High School: Esko HS Position: Distance Experience: HS

High School: A graduate of Esko High School • five-time state cross country meet competitor • five-year All-Polar League runner • 2010 Minnesota Class A state champion in the 800 meters (2:15.59) • three-time conference champion in the 800 • part of both Esko's third-place 4x400m relay and fourth-place 4x800m relay as a junior and senior at the state meet • won multiple state championships with both relays • recipient of the AAA Award • also a three-time letterwinner in soccer • graduated third in her class.

Personal: Born March 22, 1994 • daughter of Tom and Sue Shelerud • has a brother Joe and sister Jenna • intends to major in nursing • enjoys camping, kayaking, fishing, and baking.