Get to Know U: Zakiya Rashid
Get to Know U is a series that introduces the newest members of the Miami Hurricane Track & Field family.
After learning about freshman sprinters Caroyln Brown and Erin Ford, the latest edition of Get To Know U introduces @MiamiTrack freshman thrower Zakiya Rashid
Name: Zakiya Rashid
Hometown: Suffolk, Virginia
High School: Nansemond River
Major: Exercise Physiology
Five Questions
Q: What has your time at Miami been like so far?
A: It’s been great. I love it here
Q: What has been your favorite part of being a Hurricane?
A: Throwing up “The U”
Q: Has anyone taken you under their wing, shown you around and helped with your transition to college? If so, who, and how have they helped you adjust?
A: Dakota Dailey-Harris, Jaalen Jones, Carlos Mangum and Precious Ogunleye have all helped me feel welcome since I got here.
Q: What has been the biggest adjustment for you since you arrived?
A: Not seeing my family and friends every day
Q: What are you most excited for about being in college?
A: Track season in the spring
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I committed to Miami over other schools because: I knew I wanted to be a part of this team and I like the diversity and academics at the University.
When I think of Miami track and field, I think of: Family and my future
My favorite part of being a Hurricane student-athlete is: Meeting other student-athletes and getting to wear all this U gear
If I had to describe the team in one word it would be: Close
Coral Gables is different from my hometown because: it’s a lot bigger and more beautiful
The biggest adjustment from high school to college has been: the time management. It’s totally different in college.
When I committed to the University of Miami, I felt: so much joy. It was a great feeling
I love track and field because: it’s my life
My favorite moment in my track and field career is: winning all my state titles
Quick Hits
Favorite Athlete: Michelle Carter
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cardinals
Favorite Meal: Baked Ziti
Favorite Candy: Sour Punch Straws
Favorite Movie: Mulan
Favorite TV Show: Teen Wolf
Favorite Music Artist: J. Cole
My first pets were: my dog, Koko
My favorite place on campus is: My dorm room
My favorite University of Miami alumni is: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
The farthest place from home I’ve been is: California, where I previously lived
If I could be any celebrity, I would be: No one
If I could take a vacation anywhere in the world, I would travel to: an island
In my spare time, I like to: Watch Netflix
My favorite sport to watch on TV is: Track and Field
My nicknames are: Z, Z.tweezy, Tweez, Zeze
