Sam is a Veterinary Assistant at Petersen Pet Hospital. She was born and raised in Cedar Rapids and graduated from Jefferson High School in 2022. Sam is currently in her first year of the Veterinary Technology program at Kirkwood Community College. She has always had a passion for animals since she was young. When Sam’s family adopted their dog, Jasmine, from a rescue shelter it helped solidify her future. In her free time, Sam enjoys reading, playing and listening to music, and spending time with her cat Pickles.