Biography
The Christofferson File
• Interested in studying pediatrics and neonatology
• Played the trombone in the 2012 Tournament of Roses Parade
High School
• Graduated from Mercer Island High School in 2015
• Rowed for Mount Baker Crew
• Holds the Mount Baker Junior Women’s 2k erg record and is second on the 6k list
• Placed fifth at the 2015 Youth Nationals in the 8+
• Stroked the varsity eight to an undefeated fall in 2014
• Won the 2014 Northwest Regional Championship in the 8+ and 4+
• Also won the Brentwood Regatta and Opening Day Regatta in the 8+
• Stroked the varsity eight to sixth place at the 2014 Youth Nationals
• Crew team captain in 2014-15
• Was a swimmer and lacrosse player before high school
Personal
• Born Anika Christofferson in Seattle, Wash.
• Parents are Glen and Susan Christofferson
• Has three siblings, Dane, Quinn and Drew
Why Christofferson Chose Stanford
“I chose Stanford because it offers me the perfect balance of academic and athletic rigor. I couldn't be more excited to join the Women of Stanford!”