Biography
The Thornton File
• Interested in studying chemical engineering
• Has relatives who have rowed at Stanford (Dominic Bea), Cal (Nick and Sebastian Bea) and Georgetown (Alex Bea)
High School
• Graduated from East High School in 2015
• Rowed for Mile High Rowing Club
• Captain of the rowing team as a senior
• Seventh place in the pair at the 2015 Youth Nationals
• Placed 12th in the four at the 2014 Youth Nationals
• Finished 10th overall in the pair at the 2013 Youth Nationals
• Also played field hockey and tennis in this school
Personal
• Born Jade Thornton in Denver, Colo.
• Parents are Michael Thornton, Ginger Rubey and Scott Beckman
Why Thornton Chose Stanford
"I chose Stanford because it was the best fit for me. I can be part of an amazing rowing team that gets to row all year round while also studying Chemical Engineering at a school that has amazing academics. There seemed to be a balance and community at Stanford that I did not find anywhere else. Stanford’s weather and diverse student body make it an ideal place for me. I can’t wait for this amazing opportunity.”