Miss Norah VanWingerden
Norah VanWingerden is the 19-year-old daughter of Brad and Janet VanWingerden of Kingsley,
Michigan. She is a 2023 graduate of Grand Traverse Academy and is currently entering her
junior year at Hillsdale College, where she is majoring in Biochemistry and pursuing the
pre-medicine track. On campus, Norah works at Jitters, the local coffee shop, and actively
participates in several volunteer initiatives that reflect her passion for service and healthcare. She
is involved in Adopt-A-Grandparent, where she visits weekly with a senior resident; Hospital
Volunteering, where she assists the lab department with filing; and Journal Buddies, a program
that connects college students with local elementary schoolers through journal writing. Norah is
also engaged in campus life through her involvement in the Pre-Professional Society and serves
as the Director of Membership Selection for her sorority, Pi Beta Phi.
When back home in Traverse City, Norah works as a Universal Worker at the Grand Traverse
Pavilions. She has held this role for the past three years and finds deep fulfillment in building
meaningful relationships with the residents. In her free time, Norah enjoys spending time
outdoors, whether it's exploring the scenic beauty of Traverse City or playing pickleball with
friends. Looking to the future, Norah has been drawn to the medical field since the age of 14 and
aspires to earn her doctorate in Neuroscience. With a heart for service and a strong sense of
purpose, Norah looks forward to continuing her journey toward a career dedicated to helping
others.
Norah is graciously sponsored by Serbin Real Estate.