Colorado University Athletics
2022-23 Ralphie Roster
Dustin Horn
- Class:
- Graduate Student
- Hometown:
- Kersey, Colo.
- High School:
- Platte Valley
WHAT SPARKED YOUR INTEREST IN THE RALPHIE PROGRAM?
I grew up on a farm in Colorado, and I enjoyed working and being involved with animals. After attending multiple football games and deciding to attend the University of Colorado Boulder, I knew that I wanted to be a part of this program and community that represents CU and values working with animals.
WHAT DOES RALPHIE MEAN TO YOU?
To me Ralphie is symbol of the University and I believe that Ralphie represents everything it means to be a Colorado Buffalo. Ralphie is the icon that exemplifies the Colorado Heritage of Freedom and opportunity as well as the University.
WHAT'S THE HARDEST PART OF BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
The hardest part of being a Ralphie Handler is managing all the responsibilities and time it takes to succeed in your studies, as well as successfully training, learning, and growing to be successful in this program.
WHAT'S THE BEST PART OF BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
The best part of being a Ralphie Handler is being apart of a team that pushes you to grow and succeed in all aspects of college as well as working together to present and work with an amazing animal.
WHAT'S ONE THING THAT SURPRISES PEOPLE THE MOST WHEN THEY ASK YOU ABOUT BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
When asked about being a Ralphie Handler, most people are surprised by the amount of time spent training, lifting, cleaning, running and working with Ralphie.
WHAT'S ONE THING ABOUT RALPHIE THAT SURPRISED YOU THE MOST AFTER BECOMING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
After becoming a Ralphie Handler, one thing about Ralphie that surprised me most was how Ralphie responds to each of the handlers. Each one of us has a personal relationship with Ralphie, and it is awesome to see how smart Ralphie is and happy she is to see us.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?
My hobbies include enjoying the Colorado outdoors, sports, fishing, and hiking.
I grew up on a farm in Colorado, and I enjoyed working and being involved with animals. After attending multiple football games and deciding to attend the University of Colorado Boulder, I knew that I wanted to be a part of this program and community that represents CU and values working with animals.
WHAT DOES RALPHIE MEAN TO YOU?
To me Ralphie is symbol of the University and I believe that Ralphie represents everything it means to be a Colorado Buffalo. Ralphie is the icon that exemplifies the Colorado Heritage of Freedom and opportunity as well as the University.
WHAT'S THE HARDEST PART OF BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
The hardest part of being a Ralphie Handler is managing all the responsibilities and time it takes to succeed in your studies, as well as successfully training, learning, and growing to be successful in this program.
WHAT'S THE BEST PART OF BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
The best part of being a Ralphie Handler is being apart of a team that pushes you to grow and succeed in all aspects of college as well as working together to present and work with an amazing animal.
WHAT'S ONE THING THAT SURPRISES PEOPLE THE MOST WHEN THEY ASK YOU ABOUT BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
When asked about being a Ralphie Handler, most people are surprised by the amount of time spent training, lifting, cleaning, running and working with Ralphie.
WHAT'S ONE THING ABOUT RALPHIE THAT SURPRISED YOU THE MOST AFTER BECOMING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
After becoming a Ralphie Handler, one thing about Ralphie that surprised me most was how Ralphie responds to each of the handlers. Each one of us has a personal relationship with Ralphie, and it is awesome to see how smart Ralphie is and happy she is to see us.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?
My hobbies include enjoying the Colorado outdoors, sports, fishing, and hiking.
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