Women's Cross Country

Student-Athlete Spotlight: Addie Christopherson, UW-Stout

Each week during the 2026-27 academic year, the WIAC will feature two student-athletes (one male and one female) from one of its eight institutions for a “Student-Athlete Spotlight” Q & A segment. The segments will be posted every Thursday and individuals are selected by the institution. The WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlights are presented by Culver's.

Name:  Addie Christopherson
Institution:  UW-Stout Polytechnic
Hometown and High School:  Prairie Farm, Wis. (Prairie Farm)
Year in school:  Senior
Sports:  Cross Country and Track & Field
Major:  Early Childhood Education
Minors:  Human Development and Family Studies

Why did you choose UW-Stout Polytechnic?
I chose UW-Stout Polytechnic because of the hands-on experience through the polytechnic aspect of the college. This has helped me to get experience in my field before graduating and helped me feel prepared. I also appreciated the family aspect of Stout and the cross-country team.
 
What other clubs/organizations on campus are you involved in?
Early Childhood Association and Phi Upsilon Omicron

What do you like most about competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and being an NCAA Division III student-athlete?
What I like most about competing in the WIAC is that it is extremely competitive conference. I can become the best version of myself and be pushed by my teammates around me because of the competitive atmosphere. I enjoy competing on the DIII level because I can continue to do the sport I love while still emphasizing my education. I can connect on a deeper level with my professors, coaches, and teammates because of the small school size.
 
What is your favorite…
Menu item from Culver’s?  ButterBurger kids’ meal
Flavor of the Day from Culver’s?  Andes Mint Avalanche
Non-Athletic Spot on Campus?  Fireside café in the Memorial Student Center
TV Show?  Vampire Diaries
Holiday?  Christmas
Food?  Steak
Animal?  Whale Shark
Smartphone App?  Snapchat
Musical Group or Artist?  Cody Johnson
Professional Sports Athlete or Team?  Green Bay Packers
Vacation Spot?  San Diego
 
What is your greatest sports moment? 
Competing in the Distance Medley Relay at the Indoor Track & Field Conference Championship in Platteville and medaling for the first time in my career.
 
What is your favorite thing to do off the court/field with your teammates?
I enjoy playing other sports or being outside. We enjoy playing pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, and disc golf on our time off.
 
Who is someone that you look up to?
My mom because she is one of the most caring and supportive people in my life. She has taught many valuable life lessons about being an athlete, character, and morals.
 
Do you have any words of advice for younger/upcoming student-athletes?
I would tell upcoming athletes to soak in all the experiences because being a student athlete is one of the most rewarding things a person can do. I would challenge them all to go outside their comfort zone because you never know how it could reward them.
 
If your team had a theme song, what would it be?
Telephone by Lady Gaga because our coach loves that song and will play it any chance he gets.
 
What is your dream job? 
My dream job would be to become a second or third grade teacher in a supportive and fun school district.
 
Three things on your "bucket list"?
---Traveling all over Europe
---Go fishing in the Ocean
---Get my master’s degree
 
A non-athletic talent that you have is?
I am creative through crocheting and sewing

What’s your dream sporting event to attend?
The super bowl
 
Do you have any pre-game/pre-event superstitions or rituals? If so, what are they?
I must have my hair braided and drink a bubblr.
 
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